The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has played a crucial role in supporting small businesses throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. SBA offers several different relief options to help small businesses recover from the impacts of COVID-19. In 2020, the agency backed more than $547 billion in small-business loans, and 2021 is likely to be just as significant. SBA provides a variety of lending options for America’s small businesses and their mission is critical to overall economic growth in the U.S.