Attention small business owners! The County of Bergen has expanded the Bergen County CARES Small Business Grant Program to include essential businesses. Applications for Phase 2 (Restaurants and Food Service Establishments) are being accepted from now until Friday, October 5th.

Do you own a restaurant or food service establishment that was seriously impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic? You may be eligible to apply for financial relief to cover rent, property mortgage payments, and utility expense.

To apply, visit www.BergenCountyCARES.org. If you have additional questions or technical issues, you can also email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 201-336-6011.