Save Our Stages - Shuttered Venue Operators Grant FAQ Now Available

Are you a performing arts organization, theatrical producer, talent rep or venue promoter negatively impacted by COVID-19? SBA's new Shuttered Operators Grant Program is coming soon to help "Save Our Stages!"
The Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) program was established by the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act, signed into law on December 27, 2020. The program includes $15 billion in grants to shuttered venues, to be administered by the SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance.
Eligible applicants may qualify for SVO Grants equal to 45% of their gross earned revenue, with the maximum amount available for a single grant award of $10 million. $2 billion is reserved for eligible applications with up to 50 full-time employees.
Eligible Entities Include:

• Live venue operators or promoters
• Theatrical producers
• Live performing arts organization operators
• Relevant museum operators, zoos and aquariums who meet specific criteria
• Motion picture theater operators
• Talent representatives, and
• Each business entity owned by an eligible entity that also meets the eligibility requirements

• Must have been in operation as of February 29, 2020
• Venue or promoter must not have received a PPP loan on or after December 27, 2020