May 2022 | Important Dates & Deadlines

Happy May! Here are a few important dates and deadlines that may apply to you:

Important Dates

May 2, 2022

Since the last day of April fell on Saturday, these deadlines have been extended until the next business day.

• Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return (Form 941) for Q1 — IRS

• State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) Report and Payment for Q1— ESD

• L&I Report and Payment for Q1 — L&I

• Quarterly DOR Filers: Excise Tax Return for Q1 — DOR

• Quarterly City of Bellingham Filers: B&O Tax Return — City of Bellingham

• Monthly City of Bellingham Filers: B&O Tax Return — City of Bellingham

Please note that every business is different, so it's important to make sure to talk with your accountant or bookkeeper about your tax and filing requirements.

Other Deadlines

Whatcom Small Business Flood Recovery Grants

Application deadline is May 3rd, 2022 at 11:59 PM.

The Whatcom Small Business Recovery Grant is available for businesses that were affected by the fall 2021 floods. Grants are up to $5,000 and are intended to help businesses cover essential expenses such as rent, payroll, repairs, and mitigation measures. Learn more.

Economic Injury Disaster Loan Increase

Deadline to request a loan increase or consideration is May 6, 2022.

If you’ve received a COVID EIDL loan, you can request a loan increase by submitting a loan modification in your COVID-19 EIDL portal account. If you’ve already requested an increase and were denied, you may seek reconsideration through your EIDL portal. Learn more.

Downtown Bellingham Storefront Improvement Grant

Application Deadline is May 9, 2022.

The Downtown Bellingham Storefront Improvement Grant is available for eligible businesses in Downtown Bellingham and will provide design and remodeling assistance to storefronts. Learn more.

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