COVID-19 Resources
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Reopening resources from the US Chamber of Commerce:
- For restaurants: CDC's Reopening Decision Tree for Restaurants and Bars and National Restaurant Association’s Reopening Guidance
- For retailers: National Retail Federation’s Operation Open Doors
- For home service providers: AIHA’s Reopening Guidance for At-Home Service Providers
- For construction businesses: AIHA’s Reopening Guidance for Construction Environments
- For gyms and fitness facilities: AIHA’s Reopening Guidance for Gyms and Workout Facilities
- For office-based businesses: AIHA’s Reopening Guidance for General Office Settings
- For hair and nail salons: AIHA’s Reopening Guidance for Hair and Nail Salons
- For airlines: CDC’s Interim Guidance for Airlines and Airline Crew
- For childcare programs: CDC's Reopening Decision Tree for Childcare Programs
- For camps and youth programs: CDC's Reopening Decision Tree for Camps and Youth Programs
- For schools: CDC's Reopening Decision Tree for Schools
READY TO REOPEN: A PLAYBOOK FOR YOUR SMALL BUSINESS
Download this step-by-step guide from the US Chamber of Commerce to help your company reopen safely and keep employees and customers healthy and informed as restrictions lift across the country. The playbook includes safety and sanitation guidance, communications advice, and other best practices information.
U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FACT SHEET – ECONOMIC INJURY DISASTER LOANS (SPANISH)
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan and Advance
- SBA has a new, streamlined online loan application with no filing requirement to provide tax returns, financial statements, etc. – one application which includes the EIDL loan and an EIDL Advance.
- To apply online for an EIDL loan go to: https://covid19relief.sba.gov/.
- Small businesses may request an Advance of $1,000 per employee, up to $10,000.
- The EIDL Advance does not have to be repaid.
- There is no cost to apply and no obligation to accept an approved loan.
- A local Small Business Development Center counselor may be able to help – to find one, visit: https://www.sba.gov/local-assistance.
SBA’s Customer Service Center
- To check the status of your loan application or Advance, call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.
- SBA is presently processing millions of loan applications – there may be delays at our Customer Service Center – please be patient, don’t give up – keep trying to get through.
- Note: My office cannot check your loan status or help with questions about completing the application – please contact SBA’s Customer Service Center.
Paycheck Protection Program
- Businesses may visit an approved SBA 7a local lender to access the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Find a local PPP lender here: https://www.sba.gov/paycheckprotection/find.
- A local Small Business Development Center counselor may be able to help – to find one, visit: https://www.sba.gov/local-assistance.
- Note: My disaster assistance office is not part of the Paycheck Protection Program – please contact your local bank or go to https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/paycheck-protection-program-ppp.
- U.S. Chamber Foundation guide to corporate aid
- U.S. Chamber - Quick Take: Coronavirus' Economic Impact
- Economic Data to Watch for Signs of Coronavirus Impact
- Restore Your Economy – Resource Website funded by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA).
- Financial Resources for 501(c)(6) Organizations
- Financial Resources for Small Businesses
ACCE – COVID-19 Resource Guide
Main Street Lending Program Guide
State-by-State Business Reopening Guidance
Backgrounder on Health Coverage Options
Backgrounder on Unemployment Insurance Under the CARES Act
Independent Contractor’s Guide to CARES Act Relief
Coronavirus Emergency Loans Small Business Guide and Checklist
Temporary Paid Leave and Family Medical Leave Guide
Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Program Guide
Employee Retention Tax Credit Guide
Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers
Main Street America Resource Center
Business Preparedness & Business Continuity
- Assistance for employees and employers affected by COVID-19 related layoffs
- Latest information on the state’s workforce department response to the national emergency
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and Unemployment Insurance Benefits for Employers
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and Unemployment Insurance Benefits for Workers