The purpose of the CARES Act Revolving Loan Fund (CARES Act RLF) was to provide economic assistance to City of San Diego or City of Chula Vista businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The loans were intended to help entrepreneurs adapt their business models to operating under pandemic restrictions and changing safety guidelines, thereby promoting economic resilience and job retention or creation. The CARES Act RLF was being administered by the City of San Diego Economic Development Department.