IL Curated Small Business Resource Dashboard

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Please answer a few quick questions so that we can set up your account and create an action plan tailored to your needs.

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What Business Stage Are You At?

Whether you’ve started your business or not, we have the resources to get you where you want to go. Not sure what to choose?Don’t worry! You’ll be able to access all our resources, and you can change stage at any time!

What Business Stage Are You At?(Required)

I have an idea

Discover resources to help with creating a business plan, calculating startup costs, finding a local mentor, etc.

I need help setting up my business

Discover resources to help with finding funding, getting your business license and your legal documents in order, opening a business bank account, etc.

I’m managing my existing business

Discover resources to help with finding a location for your business, training employees, growing your business, creating and executing a sales or marketing strategy, etc.

What Kinds of Resources Work Best for You?

Do you prefer the DIY route, or would you like more organizational support and guidance? We are sourcing and adding resources to the site regularly and this will help us prioritize our efforts.

What Kinds of Resources Work Best for You?(Required)

I Like to Do It Myself

We’ll suggest resources that are self-guided, which you can read or complete on your own.

I Like to Be Supported

We’ll suggest a mix of DIY and some resources that include guidance from our trusted partners.

Where Are You Located?(Required)

Many of our resources are virtual or apply to the entire state of Illinois, but we also highlight a variety of region-specific programs and facilities.

State ZIP Code

Your Demographics Data

Since we are run by a non-profit organization, WE Hub is required to report on the demographics and income of the people we serve. All reporting is anonymized to protect your identity and we will never share, sell or misuse your personal data. Learn more in our privacy policy.

Birth Year(Required)

Please enter a number from 1910 to 2010.

Race(Required)

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian

Black or African American

Caucasian/White

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

Middle Eastern/North African

Two or More Races

Other

Are any of these true for you?(Required)

Why are we asking? We believe that our intersectional identities and lived experiences might require different resources and tools. This information will be helpful for us as we look to improve WE Hub in the future and to understand the resources needed.

I am a U.S. Citizen

I have a disability

I am an immigrant

I am a first-generation college student/graduate

I am a refugee or I was forced to leave my home

I am justice-involved or formerly incarcerated

I am LGBTQ+

English is not my first language

I am in the military or am a veteran

I am between the ages of 16 and 24, and I’m not in school and don’t have a job

None of the above apply to me

Hispanic Origin(Required)

Hispanic or Latinx

Non-Hispanic

Gender(Required)

Female

Male

Non-Binary

I use another term

Prefer not to disclose

Your Income and Education

To see how far you progress financially, it’s helpful to know where you’re starting. Please answer these questions as honestly as possible. WE Hub will never associate your income data with personally identifiable information. Learn more in our privacy policy.

Employment Status (choose all that apply)(Required)

Unemployed

Employed Part Time

Employed Full Time

Self-Employed

Household Income(Required)

Include all sources of income from adult members of your household.

Less than $10,000k

$10,000-15,000k

$15,000-25,000k

$25,000-50,000

$50,000-80,000

$80,000-100,000

$101,000+

Business Revenue/Sales(Required)

How much extra revenue do you currently make from your business each month?

$0-1,000

$1,000-5,000

$5,000-10,000

$10,000+

Educational Level(Required)

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

Preschool or No schooling

Elementary school

High school

Trade school or Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree or higher

Are you the primary or co-breadwinner of your family?(Required)

Yes

Do you have children under the age of 18?(Required)

Yes

Funding Opportunities

Great news! We’ve found some funding options that you might qualify for—exciting, right? If you’d like to share a bit more about your business, we can tailor our search even further to match you with the best possible funding opportunities!

Funding Interest

Yes—I want to know more!

No thanks.

Are you looking for something that requires repayment or are you more interested in grant opportunities?

Loan

Grant

Are you an Illinois resident?

Yes

We'd love to learn more about your business's industry. Could you tell us if any of the following apply to you? Please select all that apply.

Accommodation and Food Services

Administration/Business Support

Advisory and Financial Services

Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting

Arts, Entertainment and Recreation

Beauty and Spa Services

Business Franchises

Co-ops

Consumer Goods, and Services

Educational and Childcare Services

Finance and Insurance

Hair Services

Healthcare, Social Assistance

Industrial Machinery, Gas, and Chemicals

Information Technology

Life Sciences

Local Government

Manufacturing

Non-profit Management

Online Retail

Other

Professional Services and Consulting

Real Estate, Rental, and Leasing

Scientific, Technical Services

Specialist Engineering, Infrastructure, and Contractors

Transportation and Warehousing

Utilities

Waste Management Services

Wholesale Trade

Just a little bit more! Does your business classify as any of the following? Please select all that apply.

Small Business

Non-profit

For Profit

What number of employees do you have?

0-5

6-10

11-20

21+

Are you running the business on your own, or do you have partners/co-owners?

I am a solo owner

I have partners/co-owners

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