The COVID-19 pandemic caused large and lasting disruptions to labor markets. While this disruption was happening, however, data reveals that the economy had a hidden strain of hope and resilience via growth in the births of new establishments and employment associated with those births.
We've opened a new Hurricane Helene recovery program for western North Carolina.
Local governments can support small businesses in their regions by applying for our Small Business Infrastructure Grant Program. Full details: Public Infrastructure | Small Business Infrastructure Grant Program