Whatcom and Skagit small businesses may be eligible for low-interest federal disaster loans.
Businesses dependent on farmers and ranchers or those directly affected by this summer’s drought may be eligible for low-interest loans from the Small Business Administration.
Small agricultural co-operatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and most private nonprofit organizations may qualify for loans of up to $2 million.
Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela.
Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance.
The deadline to apply for economic injury is May 11, 2020.