Monday, February 3, 2025

SBA Offers One-On-One Recovery Consultations For Eaton Fire Victims This Morning

Local business owners affected by disaster to receive personalized federal assistance guidance at free event

A four-hour disaster recovery program today featuring individualized SBA consultations will offer business owners affected or destroyed by the Eaton Fire personalized pathways to rebuild through federal assistance programs. The free event, sponsored by Congresswoman Judy Chu in partnership with the Altadena Chamber of Commerce and U.S. Small Business Administration, takes place Monday, February 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at First AME Church in Pasadena.

The program begins with an overview of disaster assistance available through the SBA, followed by one-on-one consultations for interested business owners. This targeted approach aims to provide affected businesses with direct access to federal recovery resources.

Small business owners will meet individually with SBA advisors to discuss their specific situations and available disaster assistance options. The personalized consultations allow business owners to receive detailed guidance tailored to their recovery needs.

The event, to be held at 1700 North Raymond Avenue, brings together key stakeholders including the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Altadena Chamber of Commerce, and Congresswoman Chu’s office to provide comprehensive support for the local business community affected or destroyed by the Eaton Fire.

Attendance requires advance registration through the event’s Eventbrite page. The four-hour program is specifically dedicated to supporting businesses that were affected or destroyed by the Eaton Fire.