When disaster strikes, small businesses are often the first to feel the effects. In addition to lost revenue and damage to property, small businesses also face the challenge of finding the resources they need to recover.
The good news is that there are many disaster relief resources available for small businesses in Tennessee. The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) is a great place to start. The TSBDC provides counseling, training, and technical assistance to small businesses in Tennessee. They can help you develop a disaster recovery plan and connect you with resources to help you rebuild.
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is another great resource for small businesses affected by disaster. The SBA offers low-interest disaster loans to help businesses rebuild and recover. They also have a Disaster Assistance Center in Nashville that can help you navigate the disaster relief process.
The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (ECD) also has a Disaster Recovery Loan Program. This program provides low-interest loans to small businesses and farmers that have been affected by disaster.
Finally, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides grants and other assistance to individuals and businesses affected by disaster. FEMA also has a Disaster Recovery Center in Nashville that can help you with your disaster relief needs.
No matter what type of disaster you’ve faced, there are disaster relief resources available to help you recover. The first step is to reach out to the TSBDC, SBA, or ECD to get started.