January 2025 

Financing Available For Small Businesses Impacted by the Winter Storm Enzo

The Storm Recovery Loan Program is designed to provide immediate financial support to small businesses facing unexpected costs or loss of revenue due to the effects of natural disasters in our area.

Loan Program Additions

• No equity injection requirements
• Three months of interest-only payments
• No pre-payment penalties
• Eligible for business scholarship

Dollar Limit: $15,000

Term: Maximum 36 months

Rate: 7% Fixed

Who Is eligible?

Click here to learn more

Click here to download the information flyer

Meet the newest member of our team!

Celebrating Our Partnership with First Citizens Bank

We are excited to share that SBAC has received a $10,000 grant from First Citizens Bank to enhance our Credit Building Loan Program. This initiative helps small business owners build and strengthen their credit, paving the way for financial independence and success.

We thank First Citizens Bank and deeply appreciate their support and commitment to empowering communities. Stay tuned for updates on our progress and impact. [Read more...]

Small Business Spotlight

Emma Wagstaff and her family proudly own Pie Society, The British Pie Company, and have been honored as the 2024 recipients of SBAC's Michael Bunn, Sr. Memorial Rising Star Award. With the support of a 504 Loan, they successfully acquired their restaurant in Pooler, GA.  Emma offers encouragement to new companies by sharing how they got started and her experience as an experienced restaurant owner. 

Click the button to learn more about all SBAC loan programs.

SBAC Workshops:

Understanding

Construction Plans

for Accurate Project Execution

Learn how to read and interpret construction plans, an essential skill for accurate project planning and execution.

When: Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Where: Savannah Civic Center & Virtual: 

(In-person attendance is strongly recommended.)

Time: 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Cost: Free

Carl Biathrow

Business Development Coordinator

City Of Savannah

Upcoming Construction Industry Sessions:

Feb 4: Strategies for Preparing a Winning Bid

Charles Perry Partners, Inc.

Apply your knowledge to develop competitive bids that enhance your chances of securing contracts.

David Hamilton

CEO/President

January 2025 

Financing Available For Small Businesses Impacted by the Winter Storm Enzo

The Storm Recovery Loan Program is designed to provide immediate financial support to small businesses facing unexpected costs or loss of revenue due to the effects of natural disasters in our area.

Loan Program Additions

• No equity injection requirements
• Three months of interest-only payments
• No pre-payment penalties
• Eligible for business scholarship

Dollar Limit: $15,000

Term: Maximum 36 months

Rate: 7% Fixed

Who Is eligible?

Click here to learn more

Click here to download the information flyer

Meet the newest member of our team!

Celebrating Our Partnership with First Citizens Bank

We are excited to share that SBAC has received a $10,000 grant from First Citizens Bank to enhance our Credit Building Loan Program. This initiative helps small business owners build and strengthen their credit, paving the way for financial independence and success.

We thank First Citizens Bank and deeply appreciate their support and commitment to empowering communities. Stay tuned for updates on our progress and impact. [Read more...]

Small Business Spotlight

Emma Wagstaff and her family proudly own Pie Society, The British Pie Company, and have been honored as the 2024 recipients of SBAC's Michael Bunn, Sr. Memorial Rising Star Award. With the support of a 504 Loan, they successfully acquired their restaurant in Pooler, GA.  Emma offers encouragement to new companies by sharing how they got started and her experience as an experienced restaurant owner. 

Click the button to learn more about all SBAC loan programs.

SBAC Workshops:

Understanding

Construction Plans

for Accurate Project Execution

Learn how to read and interpret construction plans, an essential skill for accurate project planning and execution.

When: Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Where: Savannah Civic Center & Virtual: 

(In-person attendance is strongly recommended.)

Time: 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Cost: Free

Carl Biathrow

Business Development Coordinator

City Of Savannah

Upcoming Construction Industry Sessions:

Feb 4: Strategies for Preparing a Winning Bid

Charles Perry Partners, Inc.

Apply your knowledge to develop competitive bids that enhance your chances of securing contracts.

David Hamilton

CEO/President