Disaster Assistance Programs For Small Businesses

The purpose of the SBA's Disaster Loan Program is to offer financial assistance to those who are trying to rebuild their homes and businesses in the aftermath of a disaster. By offering low-interest loans, the SBA is committed to long-term recovery efforts.

Arkansas SBTDC business consultants are available by appointment to assist you in completing your SBA disaster loan application.

SBA Customer Service Center

Disaster assistance to small businesses is handled outside of the normal SBA organization structure through two SBA Field Operation Centers. Arkansas is served by SBA Field Operation Center - West. Individuals and business may request disaster assistance through the SBA's Customer Service Center:

Customer Service Center

130 South Elmwood Avenue
Suite 516
Buffalo, NY 14202

800.659.2955
Phone: 716.843.4100
TTY: 800.877.8339
Fax: 716.843.4281
disastercustomerservice@sba.gov

Hours of Operation -
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (EDT) Monday - Friday

Disaster Preparedness Links

The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center is funded in part though a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration through a partnership with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock College of Business and other institutions of higher education. All opinions, conclusions of recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. It is the goal of UALR to eliminate discriminatory harassment and to promote equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran's status or disability.