Who Can Apply?
Businesses located in Cook County with fewer than 20 full-time employees that were in business prior to 2020 are eligible to apply.
The program will prioritize businesses:
- Located in suburban Cook County
- In sectors hardest hit by COVID-19, including:
- Arts & Entertainment;
- Childcare & Social Assistance;
- Hospitality, Food & Tourism;
- Retail Trade;
- Transportation & Warehousing.
- Owned by veterans.
All are welcome to apply regardless of resident or immigration status
Businesses owners that have applied or received other types of federal, state, county or city grants are eligible to apply.
Any business that applied to the 2022 Cook County Grow Grant will need to submit a new application for The 2023 Source Grant.
Required Documents
- Valid photo ID
- 2019 & 2022 federal tax returns
- 2023 W9 form
- Certificate of Good Standing with State of IL (not required for Sole Proprietors)

NEED HELP APPLYING?
For a step-by-step walkthrough of the grant application, watch the video below.
Schedule a FREE one-on-one application assistance with a business advisor (HERE)