All announcements
Source: U.S. Department of Justice press releases. Amounts should not be added: one case can appear at several stages. Charged cases are allegations.
Where to report PPP and EIDL loan fraud in Illinois
- SBA Office of Inspector General hotline: Fraud in PPP, EIDL and other SBA programs
- National Center for Disaster Fraud: DOJ intake for pandemic relief fraud
- America.gov/fraud (WHIP reward portal): Required route if you want a WHIP award of $10,000–$30,000
PPP and EIDL loan fraud is covered by the federal WHIP program: a tip that leads to criminal charges can earn $10,000–$30,000. More on reporting PPP and EIDL loan fraud, all fraud cases and reward laws in Illinois, and PPP/EIDL cases in every state.
Frequently asked questions
How many PPP/EIDL fraud cases has the DOJ announced in Illinois?
17 announcements since January 20, 2025, or 3.0% of all PPP/EIDL announcements in our database. Each press release is counted separately, so one case can appear at charge, plea and sentencing.
How do I report PPP and EIDL loan fraud in Illinois?
SBA Office of Inspector General hotline; National Center for Disaster Fraud; America.gov/fraud (WHIP reward portal). To be eligible for a federal WHIP award, submit the tip in writing at America.gov/fraud.