Personal Financial Assistance During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Banks:
Many banks are offering assistance, from waiving charges to payment deferral. Check with your banking institution to see what may be available.
| Algonquin Bank & Trust | Citizens Bank |
| Bank of America | Discover |
| BMO Harris Bank | First National Bank |
| Capital One | Heartland Bank & Trust |
| Chase | U.S. Bank |
| Citi |
Credit Cards:
Many credit cards are offering hardship assistance. Contact your credit card(s) to see what options are available. They may be willing to lower the minimum amount due or reduce your interest rate.
American Express 866-703-4169
Chase 800-432-3117
Citi 800-950-5114
Discover 800-983-1412
Student Loans Financial Assistance
How to Get Student Loan Relief
Federal Loans are Paused for 6 Months
22 Lenders Offering Assistance
Filing for Unemployment
How Expanded Coronavirus Unemployment Works
How to Apply and Online Application Form
Local Assistance
Food
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
Medical / Prescription
State of IL Rx Assistance Program
Medicaid Benefits (see if you qualify)
Small Business Resources
Coronavirus Relief Options Available through SBA
SBA Loan / Paycheck Protection Program
Illinois Small Business Emergency Loan Fund
Economic Injury Disaster Loan Application
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Any Other Assistance Questions
Dial 211
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