Disaster Recovery: A guide to SBA's Disaster Assistance Programs for Small Busineses

In the aftermath of a disaster, such as a hurricane, flood, or tornado, SBA plays an important role. We assist homeowners, renters and businesses with recovery efforts. Our primary disaster assistance is in the form of direct loans. Disaster loans represent the only SBA program that is not limited to small businesses. This is an important point because many people do not realize that SBA provides disaster loans to individual homeowners and renters. In fact, the majority of SBA's disaster loans are made to individuals who are not small business owners. SBA and our network of professional business advisors also provide management and technical assistance to small businesses recovering from a disaster. Resources are available online, in nearby SBA or partner offices, community organizations and recovery centers. The key objectives: 1. Explain SBA's role in disaster recovery. 2. Define the types of disaster declarations and what they mean. 3. Describe SBA's disaster assistance loan programs. 4. Explain how to apply for assistance and access other resources.

Speaker(s): Lisa L Rolan and guest speaker SBA

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