Small Business Recovery Centers Open to Provide Resources After Bridge Collapse

The U.S. Small Business Administration began operating recovery centers in the Baltimore area on Monday, following the Key Bridge collapse. They've opened to assist business owners in completing disaster loan applications, accept documents for existing applications and give status updates on loan applications. Eligibility applies to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small aquaculture businesses, and private nonprofit organizations.

The hours of the centers are listed below:

Carefirst Engagement Center
1501 S. Clinton St, Ste #100
Baltimore, MD 21224
Daily Hours: Monday- Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Closed: Sunday

Baltimore City Mayors Office of Employment Development will be on site to provide additional support and connect businesses to additional resources.

Dundalk Renaissance Center
11 Center Place
Dundalk, MD 21222
Daily Hours: Monday- Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Closed: Sunday

Baltimore County Department of Economic and Workforce representatives will be available onsite at the Dundalk location to provide additional support and connect businesses with resources.

The filing deadline for applications is December 30, 2024.