Disaster preparedness and resilience plans that are developed collaboratively by community members can play a vital role in helping small businesses stay informed and connected during and after climate disasters.

These plans, the creation of which is often led by business owners, community leaders, and local emergency personnel, help small businesses know what to do during a disaster, such as a flood or fire. They typically outline protocols, resources, and tools to keep small businesses, their employees, and their physical property safe before, during, and after the event. Disaster preparedness and resilience plans can be particularly important for giving BIPOC and immigrant small business owners knowledge and resources about disaster who may not otherwise have access to the information.