Business Assistance Services | ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS - Veteran Entrepreneurship Program
1755 Lake Cook Road, Suite 1409, Deerfield, IL 60015
Eligibility
Veterans
Hours
Service Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
847-948-6981
Voice·
Alternate Program Phone
847-948-6983
Voice·
Primary Program Phone
Languages
None
Application process
Call for appointment
Documents Required:
Photo identification
DD214
Fees
No fee
Service area
Lake County, IL
Provides assistance to returning service members and veterans to start their own business. Also assists existing veteran-owned businesses in expanding their operation and accessing procurement opportunities. Offers training seminars and educational sessions for veteran business owners on topics, including:
Procurement opportunities
Business certifications
Application procedures
Writing a business plan
Managing business finances
Gaining access to capital
Marketing and branding
Also provides opportunities for networking with agency experts and key business associations.
Date of Last Formal Update
04/17/2026
Data provided by
Lake County 211
What's Here
Providing organization
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS IDVA
Organization that provides general and varied services to veterans and their families.