The Small Business Hurricane Recovery Grant Program, launched by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation in partnership with American Express, offers financial assistance to small businesses in the Southeast affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Through this program, $5 million will be distributed in $5,000 grants to 1,000 eligible small businesses, providing critical funds to aid in recovery and strengthen future disaster resilience.

Eligibility Requirements: To qualify, applicants must:

Be located in counties designated as disaster zones by the Small Business Administration (SBA).
Demonstrate financial harm due to the hurricanes, with a specific need for support in covering recovery costs.
Employ between 1 and 25 employees.
Applications are open until Sunday, November 17, 2024, at 11:59 pm ET. Interested businesses can review further details through related resources like FAQs and Terms and Conditions. This program provides essential relief to help small businesses regain stability and prepare for future challenges.