The Central Florida Development Council (CFDC), Polk County’s economic development organization has asked the Tax Collector’s Office to notify Polk County small businesses of the Polk CARES Small Business Relief Grant.
As a Polk County Business you may be eligible for the following grant program designed to assist businesses financially during the COVID-19 emergency.
Small businesses impacted by COVID-19 may apply for funding levels of:
- $1,000 for those who are self-employed or 1 employee
- $2,500 for businesses with 2 – 9 employees
- $5,000 for businesses with 10 – 25 employees
Small business applicants must attest they:
- Were negatively impacted by COVID-19
- Have not received Paycheck Protection Program (PPP); Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL); or benefited from the SBA Debt Relief Program as provided under the CARES Act
- Will use the grant funds for business expenses
- Will apply for a Polk County Business Tax Receipt if not registered with the Polk County Tax Collector. Learn more here.
- Plan to resume normal operations after emergency guidelines are lifted
Required Business Documents:
- Completed and signed W-9
- Valid photo ID
- Copy of active state business registration from Florida Division of Corporations (or city or county)
- W3 Summary or IRS Form 941 prior to Feb. 15, 2020 (businesses with 2-25 employees only)
- Information to estimate your business expenses before Feb. 15, 2020
A call center to assist residents with questions regarding Polk County’s CARES Act is available in English and Spanish from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The call center will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 25. The call center number is: (863) 298-7500.
To learn more or apply for the grant, visit https://polk-county.net/polk-cares-2020.