PROGRAMS & RESOURCES

PROGRAMS & RESOURCES

RELIEF AND RECOVERY RESOURCES FOR YOUR BUSINESS

We’re committed to simplifying your search for the operational support and financial assistance your business may need right now. Below you’ll find programs and resources including WEDC financial assistance for Wisconsin companies, SBA disaster assistance, federal relief initiatives and more. Visit our COVID-19 Business Resources page for more in-depth information specific to the relief and recovery efforts of the current crisis. Programs are continually being added, so make sure to subscribe to Focus Forward updates to stay in-the-know.

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COVID-19 RESOURCES

State and federal operational support and financial assistance specific to aiding businesses in COVID-19 relief and recovery efforts, as well as up-to-date information on essential and nonessential business declarations.
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Financial and operational resources provided by WEDC and 600+ partners throughout the state to help companies to maximize their potential.

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ENTREPRENEURS

Startup programs designed to spur entrepreneurial activity through direct financial assistance, investment incentives, mentoring and technical assistance.

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EXPORT

Programs, tools and information delivered by WEDC and network partner experts to help Wisconsin companies gain the expertise and skills necessary to successfully navigate the global marketplace.

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COMMUNITY

Community development programs and resources aimed at improving the quality of life across Wisconsin by supporting minority business growth, downtown development projects and community revitalization efforts.

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INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT

Strategic growth acceleration and job creation initiatives that support businesses within competitively established and emerging industry sectors where Wisconsin exhibits a distinct advantage.

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FOCUS FORWARD UPDATES

Stay in-the-know about important Wisconsin business and economic news, community announcements and new programs and resources available for your business.

Updated guidelines: Reducing the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace and managing outbreaks

The guidelines have been updated to reflect new public health guidance about testing, vaccination and boosters and to incorporate the latest knowledge about how the virus is transmitted. Read More

COVID-19 exposure notification tool now available

The tool, which can be enabled in iPhone settings or downloaded as an app for Android, can help reduce virus transmission by notifying people who have been in close contact with someone who tested positive. Read More

Now available: updated vaccine guidelines for employers

The document has been updated to reflect developments including the rise of the Delta variant and COVID-19’s movement toward becoming an endemic virus rather than one that is transmitted in isolated outbreaks. Read More

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