Florida has activated $10 million in Small Business Emergency Bridge Loans for businesses damaged by Hurricane Isaias. The program gives eligible small businesses short-term, interest-free working capital while insurance claims and federal assistance are processed.
Who It Is For
Small businesses in the declared disaster area with physical or economic damage from the storm: restaurants, retailers, hotels, storage facilities, apartment communities, and service businesses across the Panhandle.
Pair the Loan With Documentation
A bridge loan buys time. It does not replace the claim. Business owners should be documenting two losses at once:
- Property damage: roof, structure, equipment, inventory, and signage, photographed before cleanup
- Business interruption: closure days, cancelled bookings, lost rent, and spoiled stock, with records to prove each one
Residents who need food, housing, or healthcare help can dial 211. Free civil legal aid is available at 833-513-2940.
For commercial claims, Policyholder Advocacy Group documents the full loss and manages the process for the owner. Start with our Hurricane Isaias claim guide. Free claim review: call 800.511.2240.