Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity
The Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity’s mission is to support and maintain a climate that enables a strong economy for our customers – taxpayers, businesses, workers and communities – by keeping, attracting and growing businesses, maintaining a skilled workforce, and enhancing communities so that the climate here is one in which businesses, small and large, and workers, can succeed to the greatest extent possible.
U.S. Small Business Administration
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream. The SBA is the only cabinet-level federal agency fully dedicated to small business and provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation’s only go-to resource and voice for small businesses.
USDA Rural Development – Illinois
USDA Rural Development is committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America. USDA RD offers loans, grants and loan guarantees to help create jobs and support economic development and essential services such as housing; health care; first responder services and equipment; and water, electric and communications infrastructure.
Local Workforce Innovation Area 23
Through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, the Local Workforce Innovation Area 23 (LWIA 23) offers services and financial assistance to youth and adults with significant barriers to employment into high-quality jobs and careers. LWIA 23 assists employers in hiring and retaining skilled workers.
Illinois Finance Authority
The Illinois Finance Authority (IFA) provides access to low-cost capital to public and private institutions that are aligned with their mission of fostering economic development, creating and retaining jobs, and improving quality of life for Illinois residents.
Illinois State Treasurer
The Illinois State Treasurer’s Office is dedicated to protecting the state’s portfolio, ensuring the liquidity of all investments, and consistently producing earnings at or above industry standards. Their investment decisions promote education, access, and opportunity for individuals and governmental bodies across our state to give families the tools to achieve the American Dream.