Ventura County Mountain Fire – Business Disaster Finacial Assistance – U.S. Small Business Administration

Provides low-interest federal disaster loans available to California businesses and residents affected by the Mountain Fire that began November 6th. Businesses of all sizes and private nonprofit organizations may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory and other business assets. Customer service representatives will be on hand at the Disaster Loan Outreach Centers to answer questions about SBA’s disaster loan program, explain the application process and help each individuals complete their application. The centers will be open on the days and times indicated below until further notice. No appointment is necessary. SBA assistance available in Santa Barbara and Ventura County in California.

Disaster Loan Outreach Center:
Ventura County Office of Education, Oxnard Room & Hueneme Room
5100 Adolfo Road Camarillo, CA 93012
Opens Noon Tuesday, December 3rd
Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am-6pm

Eligibility: California businesses and residents affected by the Mountain Fire.

Application Process: Applicants may call, email or apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information.

Online Application: SBA Disaster Assistance webpage

Contact Info: SBA’s Customer Service Center 800-659-2955, email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov

For individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.

The deadline to apply for property damage is January 28th, 2025. The deadline to apply for economic injury is August 29th, 2025

Languages Offered: English, Spanish