We encourage your organization to share the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Small Business Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) program with your networks. Below, you'll find sample language to use to help spread the word about this important initiative. 

About the Program  

Use our proven checklist to prepare your business now and become eligible for a $5,000 grant if a qualifying disaster impacts your area.

The Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) grant program is offered in partnership with Verizon, made possible by founding partner FedEx and additional support from trusted corporate partners, including Fiserv and MetLife, who care about small businesses and their communities.

How It Works 

Step 1: Review Checklist  

Start with the Red Cross preparedness checklist and choose the steps that make sense for your business.

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Step 2: Sign Up

Registration takes about 10 minutes and puts you in the fast lane for recovery funding after a qualified disaster. 

Sign Up Now.

Step 3: Stay Connected

If a qualifying disaster affects your community, we’ll reach out with clear instructions on how to apply for the $5,000 relief funding. We’ll also share preparedness resources and updates. 

Check Eligibility.

Follow and Tag 

Please follow our social media accounts and tag us using the handles below when you share information about the R4R program. 

Sample Messages 

  • The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) program helps small businesses prepare for natural disasters and recover as quickly as possible if a disaster strikes. All businesses have to do is complete a checklist and register for the opportunity to receive a $5,000 grant. Get started today: https://uscc.foundation/3HG5GOC
  • As natural disasters increase, it's more important than ever for small businesses to be prepared for the unexpected. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) program offers a simple checklist and the opportunity to receive a $5,000 grant if a disaster hits. Register your business today: https://uscc.foundation/3HG5GOC
  • Most small businesses believe they’re ready for disasters, but only 26% actually are. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) program helps business owners prepare for the next crisis through a simple three-step process. Learn more and register your business today: https://uscc.foundation/3HG5GOC

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