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Evanston Entrepreneurship Support Grant

City of Evanston
About the Grant

The program is intended to assist in the growth of jobs in Evanston Illinois, through entrepreneurship, helping residents and local business owners to create jobs by starting and retaining sustainable small businesses.

State and Industry
Ownership Categories
Grant Amount:

Up to $5,000

Application Deadline:

Rolling

Notes

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