Is my business ineligible for the Microbusiness COVID-19 Relief Grant?

If your business falls within one of these categories, your business is ineligible to apply: Cannabis, Smoke Shop, and Adult Entertainment Related businesses, Residential or Real Estate projects including short term rental businesses, Native American Tribes, Government entities including elected officials and county staff; passive businesses, investment companies, and investors who file a Schedule E on their tax returns; Financial institutions or businesses primarily engaged in the business of lending; businesses that restrict patronage for any reason other than capacity.

I started my business on December 31, 2019 and did not file a 2019 tax return. Is a 2019 tax return required?

No, an explanation as to why your tax return was not filed in 2019 will satisfy this requirement. Please prepare a written statement including business information, statement, and business owner signature. This document can be uploaded in place of the 2019 Tax document.

My business closed in 2020 due to the pandemic, I filed my 2019 tax returns but did not file 2020 tax returns. Is a 2020 tax return required?

No, an explanation as to why your tax return was not filed in 2020 will satisfy this requirement. Please prepare a written statement including business information, statement, and business owner signature. This document can be uploaded in place of the 2019 Tax document.

I filed both my 2019 and 2020 Tax return, are both required?

Yes, both tax returns are required. These documents will be reviewed for the total gross revenue of $50,000 in 2019, then to determine if there was a decline of at least 10% in gross revenue in 2020 to determine eligibility.

How do I find my industry 6-digit NAICS Code?

Go to NAICS & SIC Identification Tools | NAICS Association enters in the business type (ie. Hotel, restaurant, barbershop, lawyer services, etc.)

Are the grant funds taxable?

Yes, all approved applicants will receive a 1099-G per federal grant requirements.

How will the payments be issued?

All payments will be issued to the applicant by AmPac Business Capital via Mastercard. Check payments or ACH deposits will not be remitted.

I have multiple businesses or multiple locations; can I apply for each of my business locations?

No. This grant is only for the primary business holder and will be determined based on one business. Any business owner that submits multiple businesses will be automatically deemed ineligible.

Is there a grant scoring system?

No. The grants will be reviewed based on the order received. In order to advance to the funding round, be sure to provide all required documents at the time of application. All applications will be held for 4 weeks, to allow ample time to complete an application if business documentation is missing?

Are there restrictions on how I choose to use the card?

If awarded, all expenses must be deemed as a business expense. This includes but is not limited to business supplies, renewal fees, business debt, business utilities, protective equipment, or business equipment. The Sponsor of this card may restrict the use of this card at certain merchants or locations. You may view restrictions in the “Restrictions” tab within the Akimbo mobile app or within the cardholder portal at https://akimbocard.com/incenti.... If you are having issues making a purchase, or you need assistance on where your card may be used, please contact us at 1-855-925-4626 between 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CT Monday – Friday to speak with our representatives or log in to your card account at https://akimbocard.com/incenti....

I received my card in the mail, how do I activate it?

Akimbo mobile app or within the cardholder portal at https://akimbocard.com/incenti.... If you are having issues making a purchase, or you need assistance on where your card may be used, please contact us at 1-855-925-4626 between 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CT Monday – Friday to speak with our representatives or log in to your card account at https://akimbocard.com/incenti....

How do I self-certify my application?

By completing your application with all of the required documents and providing an electronic signature, your application is self-certified. All documents are provided are under penalty of perjury and are deemed true and correct upon receipt of application. In the event, there is an audit of documentation, and your business is found non-compliant, San Bernardino County and its partners reserve the right to see the legal consequences of perjury to the fullest extent.