Free Pop-Up Help for Isaias-Hit Small Businesses Seeking Bridge Loans
The Florida SBDC at UWF will offer free, no-appointment help with the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan at pop-up sites in affected communities.
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The Florida Small Business Development Center at the University of West Florida (Florida SBDC at UWF) is offering free, one-on-one help to small businesses affected by Hurricane Isaias, according to a Destin Area Chamber of Commerce notice dated Nov. 2, 2026.
The notice says the center will hold pop-up locations in impacted communities over the following week. At these sites, business owners can get individual assistance with the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan and other available disaster recovery aid. The notice says there is no cost to meet with a Florida SBDC at UWF consultant and no appointment is needed.
The notice does not list where or when the pop-ups will be held, or which communities they cover. Business owners should confirm locations and hours with the Florida SBDC at UWF before going.
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Questions and answers
- Do I need an appointment for free help from the Florida SBDC at UWF?
- No. A Destin Area Chamber of Commerce notice dated Nov. 2, 2026 says no appointment is needed and there is no cost to meet with a consultant.
- What help does the Florida SBDC at UWF offer after Hurricane Isaias?
- According to the Destin Area Chamber of Commerce notice dated Nov. 2, 2026, the center offers one-on-one assistance with the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan and other available disaster recovery aid, at pop-up sites in impacted communities.
