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Veteran Benefits Assistance | ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS - Veteran Entrepreneurship Program

1755 Lake Cook Road, Suite 1409, Deerfield, IL 60015

Eligibility

Open to all veterans and returning service members

Hours

Service Hours By appointment only Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Languages

None

Application process

Call to apply Documents required: - DD214

Fees

No fee

Service area

Lake County, IL

Description

Provides assistance to returning service members and veterans to start their own business. Also assists existing veteran-owned businesses in expanding their operation and accessing procurement opportunities. Offers training seminars and educational sessions for veteran business owners on topics, including: - Procurement opportunities - Business certifications - Application procedures - Writing a business plan - Managing business finances - Gaining access to capital - Marketing and branding Also provides opportunities for networking with agency experts and key business associations.

Date of Last Formal Update

07/07/2025

Data provided by

Lake County 211

Providing organization

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS IDVA

Organization that provides general and varied services to veterans and their families.