Hurricane Milton Disaster Assistance

Courtesy of Lee County Economic Development of Southwest Florida.

Need Help With Recovering From Hurricane Milton?

The Milton Disaster Assistance Program is here to help you get back on your feet.

Business Impact and Damage Assessment Survey

Lee County is working diligently to help those who may have been impacted by Hurricane Milton. Please complete this brief survey to track economic and physical impacts to your business. This survey can be assessed by visiting the link here.

Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program

Florida Commerce has activated the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program, making $50,000 available per eligible businesses impacted by Hurricane Milton. Florida small business owners in need of assistance are encouraged to visit FloridaJobs.org/EBL to apply for the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program.

Business Resources

The Florida SBDC at FGCU is available to assist small business owners with questions and resources due to the effects of Hurricane Milton. The Florida SBDC at FGCU also offers NO-COST business consulting services to assist with all types of small business needs. Call 239-745-3700 or visit https://floridasbdc.org/request-for-consulting for scheduling.

FEMA and the SBA (Small Business Administration) will also be setting up business recovery centers for resource assistance. Locations will be announced soon.