COVID-19 Resources

US Senator Dick Durbin’s COVID-19 page, which includes updates and links to resources.

The USBG Foundation strives to be a resource for the bar industry community, including grants through the Bartender Emergency Assistance Program

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is working with partners to launch emergency assistance programs for Illinois small businesses, including Hospitality Emergency Grant Program, Illinois Small Business Emergency Loan Fund, and the Downstate Small Business Stabilization Program.

In light of the recent Disaster Proclamation issued by Governor JB Pritzker and by his direction, the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is following the federal government in providing special tax filing and payment relief to individuals and businesses in response to the COVID-19 Outbreak. The filing deadline for Illinois income tax returns has been extended from April 15, 2020, to July 15, 2020.

To help people facing the challenges of COVID-19 issues, the Internal Revenue Service announced a sweeping series of steps to assist taxpayers by providing relief on a variety of issues ranging from easing payment guidelines to postponing compliance actions.

The Treasury Department has extended the tax filing and payment deadline for 2019 tax returns to July 15. 2020. This page includes answers to frequently asked questions about the extension.

The State of Illinois and its community partners are working to ensure the health of our citizens. To do that, we need your help.

As coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to incite global economic fears and threaten public health, credit card issuers are beginning to roll out assistance programs for cardholders who may be financially affected by the outbreak.

For expenses like utilities, phone and internet, mortgages, or insurance, many providers are offering flexibility to customers facing financial strain. Check with your service providers or dial your local non-emergency line, such as 311, for special resources available in your area.

Food pantries and evening meal programs will continue to provide food depending on supplies and safe distribution protocols. The Catholic Charities website provides a directory of emergency services with locations and phone numbers.