Funds available to businesses impacted by Hurricane Debby

By Laura Lyon
| 4:45 p.m. August 7, 2024
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Gov. Ron DeSantis made a quick stop at Phillippi Creek Oyster Bar in Sarasota Wednesday, Aug. 7, to survey damage from Tropical Storm Debbie, meet with several small business owners and talk briefly to the media.

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Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the activation of the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program, making $10 million available for businesses impacted by Hurricane Debby, according to a statement from Pinellas County Economic Development.

Florida small business owners in need of assistance, including sole proprietors, are encouraged to visit FloridaJobs.org/EBL to apply for the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program.

The program provides short-term, zero-interest loans to small businesses that experienced economic injury or physical damage due to Hurricane Debby. Interested applicants can apply now through Sept. 30, 2024, or until all available funds are expended.

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Laura Lyon

Laura Lyon is the Business Observer's editor for the Tampa Bay region, covering business news in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Polk counties. She has a journalism degree from American University in Washington, D.C. Prior to the Business Observer, she worked in many storytelling capacities as a photographer and writer for various publications and brands.