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COVID-19 Response
AARPA State and Local Recovery Funds
Bexar County has received $388 million in ARPA State and Local Recovery Funds (FRF). These funds are provided for Bexar County to respond to the COVID-19 public health emergency or its negative economic impacts. The application period is now closed. Official Notification of approved funding award will be sent to applicants in October 2021.
SMALL & MICRO BUSINESS LOANS
I own a small business, where can I apply for a Small Business Administration (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loans?
Please visit www.sba.gov/disaster to contact their offices directly.
How do I apply with the LiftFund for loans for my small business?
Please visit www.liftfund.com or call 1-888-215-2373 to apply.
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Incentive Programs
Bexar County offers a variety of incentives to help companies expand or relocate in our community. Contact us today to see how these programs can work for you.
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Skills Development Program
The Bexar County Skills Development Fund allows for tailored training opportunities through grants to ensure your current and new employees are trained with the skills your industry requires.
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Innovation Fund
Apply for a grant from the innovation fund to improve and expound your business skills.
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Opportunity Zone Program
The Opportunity Zones Program offers three tax incentives for investing in a qualified Opportunity Fund.
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Tax Abatements
Bexar County offers tax abatement incentives to encourage economic and community development. Projects in a variety of targeted industries may be eligible for an abatement of real and/or personal property taxes.
- Industrial Development Corporation
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Skills Development Program
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Workforce Development
The Bexar County Economic and Community Development Department (BCECD) is committed to providing experiential learning opportunities and building the workforce of the future.
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Initiatives and Partnerships
The Economic Initiatives Division is responsible for the creation and implementation of collaborative projects that create economic and social impact.
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Demographics Map
This mapping application can be used to query demographic and business data for Bexar County.