Allies for Community Business

Today is #GivingTuesday! Donate to A4CB to help local entrepreneurs grow great businesses that generate jobs and wealth in their communities. Thanks to a matching grant from an anonymous donor, your gift today goes twice as far. Last chance to double your gift at a4cb.org/support

Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday! A4CB is kicking things off early with a matching challenge grant from an anonymous donor. Today your impact is doubled when you support A4CB’s mission to provide the capital, coaching, and connections entrepreneurs need to start and grow great businesses that create jobs and wealth in their communities. Visit a4cb.org/support to donate.

Deadline tonight! We’re offering zero closing costs on our small business term loans and lines of credit. Whether you’re expanding your space, stocking up for the holiday rush, or launching a new project, an A4CB loan can help you move faster. This offer ends on Sunday, November 30 at 11:59 PM. Don’t wait – apply today at a4cb.loanwell.com!

Celebrate Small Business Saturday and support your community! Our client marketplace has over 50 local businesses from high-end audio centerpieces to baby carriers to travel accessories. Shop a variety of products that will make unique gifts and support communities at the same time! Visit the marketplace: a4cb.org/marketplace Pictured: Vertical Grooves , brisa systems, Bridge Art NFP, Ms. Jetsetter, Nero Ink, Nurse 'N Go is now GoGoVie, Northwoods Humidors

Shop small for accessories that leave a big impression! Lingua Nigra LLC offers handcrafted jewelry inspired by ancient beauty. Kendi Amani designs hand crafted fashion accessories inspired by Africa and designed for adventure. Support these local businesses and others on A4CB’s Client Marketplace: a4cb.org/marketplace

Happy Thanksgiving! We give thanks to those who enable us to help community businesses grow. Our work is not possible without our hardworking staff, dedicated partners, and generous donors.

Giving Tuesday is December 2, and we are celebrating the more than 6,800 entrepreneurs that A4CB will support in 2025. Your contribution on Giving Tuesday will help A4CB continue offering flexible capital and free coaching to small business owners who are working to create jobs and wealth in their communities. Your donation will also be matched dollar-for-dollar by an anonymous donor. Please make your Giving Tuesday gift early by visiting a4cb.org/support to donate.

Shop small this Saturday and throughout the holiday season! Visit our Client Marketplace featuring community businesses throughout Chicagoland selling a variety of products through their websites. Order in minutes and have locally made products shipped directly to your front door. Buy something unique while supporting small businesses! a4cb.org/marketplace

Black Friday savings for your business start now! From today through Sunday, we’re offering zero closing costs on our small business term loans and lines of credit. Whether you’re expanding your space, stocking up for the holiday rush, or launching a new project, an A4CB loan can help you move faster. This offer ends on Sunday, November 30 at 11:59 PM. Don’t wait – apply today at a4cb.loanwell.com!

Too busy to cook this holiday season? Let these small businesses serve you up something delicious! Laos To Your House cooks up authentic, ready-to-eat Laotian cuisine. Nissa's Nana Pudding offers a variety of party items from banana pudding to personalized balloon decorations. Twisted Eggroll specializes in frozen packaged eggrolls with an infused spin. Bartleby’s Ice Cream makes ice cream and frozen treats for all occasions. Support these local businesses and others on A4CB’s Client Marketplace: a4cb.org/marketplace