U.S. Small Business Administration provides grant program for venue operators impacted by COVID

The Shuttered Venue Operators (SVO) grant program was established by the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act, signed into law on December 27, 2020. The program includes $15 billion in grants to shuttered venues, to be administered by the SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance.

Eligible applicants may qualify for SVO Grants equal to 45% of their gross earned revenue, with the maximum amount available for a single grant award of $10 million. $2 billion is reserved for eligible applications with up to 50 full-time employees.

For additional details, see our Shuttered Venue Operators Grants Frequently Asked Questions (revised 02-12-21).

Cross Program Eligibility on SBA Coronavirus Relief Options

In our area, Northwest Small Business Development Council consultants are available to help businesses in this consideration. www.northwestsbdc.org 

Preparation steps to apply for an SVO grant

U.S. Small Business Administration provides grant program for venue operators impacted by COVID