Paycheck Protection Loan Update
On Friday, March 27, 2020 the CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, & Economic Securities) Act was signed into law. Part of this legislation is the Paycheck Protection Loan, a forgivable, emergency assistance lifeline for small businesses that can be used for employee payroll and other essential business expenses. The ER Cares team has provided a comprehensive overview of this legislation that is valid as of 3/31/2020, please click here to access.
Coronavirus Relief For Bakeries, Restaurants, and Food Industry Small Business Owners
We remain dedicated to helping the small businesses we serve keep their doors open and clients fed. As we weather this storm together our team will do everything we can to try and support our community. Like the dough you make, we will rise again!
Please see the chart below for an overview of available resources to small businesses. Be careful to review each program for specific eligibility requirements. For your convenience, we have sorted this chart by region of availability. This chart can also be sorted by other columns and is searchable. For the best viewing experience, we recommend viewing this portal from a desktop computer. The programs listed below are mainly for bakery and restaurant owners residing within the United States.
| Program | Administrator | Availability | COVID Specific Program? | Descriptions | Program Link | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Business Jobs Act | Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs | Alabama | No | Offers information on the the Small Business Jobs Act which was signed into law to help increase credit availability for small businesses | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| City of Birmingham | Department of Innovation and Economic Development | Alabama | No | A variety of resources for small businesses including, the city of Birmingham and the State of Alabama, Funding, Profit and Non-Profit | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Atlas Alabama | Made in Alabama | Alabama | Both | A wealth of information for Small Businesses and Industry in Alabama. Offers traditional information for businesses and also how to navigate through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Business Relief Resources | Office of Alabama Governor | Alabama | Yes | Up to date information from the Governor of Alabama on COVID-19 options for businesses in the state | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Business Resources for COVID-19 | Alaska Chamber of Commerce | Alaska | Yes | The Alaska Chamber is working to bring you the best resources and information to help you navigate this challenging time | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Alaska Small Business Development Center | Alaska Small Business Development Center | Alaska | Both | The Alaska SBDC helps small businesses grow throughout Alaska via its expanding online resources and business management expertise. They Also have a full page with resources for small business navigating COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Assistance Center | Division of Economic Development | Alaska | No | The Small Business Assistance Center provides direction for entrepreneurs, start-ups, and existing businesses in Alaska | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Services | Arizona Commerce Authority | Arizona | No | Resource on how to start, operate, grow and develop your business | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Toolkit | City of Phoenix.gov | Arizona | Both | Offers resources for traditional business navigation and also through COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Resources | Glendale City of Commerce | Arizona | No | A full website with link to all the resources available for Glendale, Arizona and Arizona state. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Business Resources-Arkansas Commited to your Business | Arkansas Economic Development Commission | Arkansas | No | Offer a wealth of information on every type of business and industry throughout the state of Arkansas. Including International Business, Business Development, and Small Business owned by Women and Minorities. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Your Business Resources | Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center | Arkansas | Both | Traditional resources for financing and funding your business and also helping your business through Coronavirus | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Owning a Business | Arkansas.gov | Arkansas | Both | They've compiled top resources that can help you start, run, and manage your business. They also have up to date information on navigating your business through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Economic Development for Small Business Resources | Little Rock Regional Chamner | Arkansas | No | Small business owners in the Little Rock region will find many valuable resources for starting and growing their businesses - both from the chamber, local and state-wide agencies. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Financial and Technical Assistance for Small Business | California Governor's Office of Business & Economic Development | California | Both | This link offers links and options for COVID related issues and also non COVID issues | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| SBDC California | California Small Business Development Center | California | No | The California Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Program is the leader in providing small business owners and entrepreneurs with the tools and guidance needed to become successful in today's challenging economic climate. They offer news on COVID related things too | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| City of Los Angeles Small Business Emergency Microloan Program | Los Angeles Economic & Workforce Development Office | California | Yes | Available for small businesses in Los Angeles that provide low-income jobs. This program offers microloans of up to $20,000 with varying terms and interest rates. Please view the link for complete details. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| California Job Board | OnwardCA | California | Yes | One-stop resource for the people of California impacted by job loss during the COVID-19 Pandemic | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| RESOURCES FOR BUSINESSES AND EMPLOYEES IMPACTED BY COVID-19 | San Francisco Office of Economic & Workforce Development | California | Yes | A group of resources available to businesses and employees working in the greater San Francisco area. | click here | 3/26/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| San Francisco COVID-19 Small Business Resiliency Fund | San Francisco Office of Economic & Workforce Development | California | Yes | Businesses with between 1 - 5 employees can be eligible to apply for upto $10,000 in emergency funding. Terms and conditions apply. Please view the link for complete details. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| COVID Resource Business Center | Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade | Colorado | Yes | All the current business resources for COVID 19 | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Start Ups and Small Business | Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade | Colorado | Both | They offer both COVID19 and traditoinal business funding resources, Loans, Grants, Funding resources. For small business and new businesses. | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Alternative Financing Rescources | Colorado SBDC (Small Business Development Business Center Network) | Colorado | No | Rescourse for Non-Traditional lending because sometimes they offer more flexibility than banking | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Denver Small Business Emergency Relief | Denver Economic Development & Opportunity (DEDO) | Colorado | Yes | A small grant of up to $7,500 to help small business in Denver impacted by the coronavirus outbreak. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| Small Business Overview Portal | Connecticut State Website | Connecticut | Both | An overview of traditional resources for business and resources for COVID-19 outbreak | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Assistance FAQ | Jim Hines-Connecticuts Fourth District Representative | Connecticut | No | A full list of resources for all small businesses in Connecticut | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Express | Meridin Biz | Connecticut | Both | The State of Connecticut Small Business Express Program (EXP) provides loans and grants to Connecticut’s small businesses that create jobs and train their employees. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Delaware Small Business Chamber | Delaware Small Business Chamber | Delaware | No | They focus on businesses with 0 to 100 employees and any business that economically supports the local small business community. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Resource Page | Delaware State Chamber of Commerce | Delaware | Yes | Up to date information from the state of Delaware regarding news and information relating to COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Division of Small Business | Delaware.Gov | Delaware | Both | The Division of small business has a team of counselors that can help you find the correct funding, resources, incentives and credits, licensing, and now how to navigate your business through Coronavirus | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) | Enterprise Florida | Florida | No | Created as part of the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010, SSBCI was designed by the federal government to help states strengthen existing loan and equity programs and/or create new programs that support financing small businesses. | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program | Florida Department of Economic Opportunity | Florida | Yes | Bridge loans up to $100,000 for Florida small businesses impacted by the coronavirus outbreak, who have upto 50 employees and no outstanding bridge loans. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| Re-employment Assistance Program | Florida Department of Economic Opportunity | Florida | Both | Program helps ReEmploy people due to COVID19 and also for other reasons. COVID19 FAQ Link Provided | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| The Rebuild Florida Business Loan Fund | Florida Department of Economic Opportunity | Florida | No | Launched in May 2019, this offers small businesses up to $500,000 in financing for critical business infrastructure such as bakery equipment. Please see link for complete details. | click here | 3/26/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| SBDC Florida | SBDC | Florida | Yes | One stop shop for every resource that Florida has to offer on COVID19 help | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Amber Grant | WomensNet | Florida | No | Offered to women in Florida. Judges select one $4,000 Amber Grant recipient every month. At the end of the year, each of those 12 recipients becomes automatically eligible to receive $25,000 at the end of the year | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Support for Businesses | Georgia.gov | Georgia | Yes | Information about resources and support to help businesses during the COVID-19 outbreak. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Georgia Small Business Financing | Georgia.org | Georgia | Both | Resources for Small Businesses in Georgia, they offer assistance for traditional business needs and in response to COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Development Center | University of Georgia | Georgia | Yes | UGA Small Business Development Center offices across the state are open and available to assist small businesses impacted by COVID19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Guam PTAC | Guam Procurement Technical Assistance Center | Guam | No | Offers a varity of sources for business in Guam | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Guam Small Business Development Center | Guam Small Business Development Center | Guam | Both | The University of Guam Pacific Islands Small Business Development Center Network's (PISBDCN) mission is to support the growth and economic development of the U.S. affiliated pacific islands in the western pacific region by providing high quality training and one-on-one confidential counseling to existing and prospective small businesses. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Supporting Small Business Community | Bank of Hawaii | Hawaii | Both | They offer guidance through a variety of loans and also throught the coronavirus funding options | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Response Hub | Hawaii Chamber of Commerce | Hawaii | Yes | The Hawaii Chamber of Commerce has a hub for information by county, state, and national leaders regarding the COVID-19 outbreak. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Hawaii Federal Credit Union | Hawaii Federal Credit Union | Hawaii | Both | They have compiled a list of helpful resources that will answer questions you have about business processes, accounting, registration and much more. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Enhancing the Economic Well Being of Hawaii | Hawaii Small Business Development Center | Hawaii | Both | For information on government programs for small businesses or training events, they also offer webinars and various links to help small businesses | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Business Resource for the State of Idaho | BusinessIdaho.Gov | Idaho | No | Website through the state of Idaho for news and business essentials for starting, operating, and growing your business | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Idaho Commerce Business Resource for COVID-19 | Idaho Department of Commerce | Idaho | Yes | This link offers up to date information on resources for business that are being affected by COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| The Official Website for Business in the State of Idaho | Idaho.Gov | Idaho | Both | Offers both traditional and COVID-19 related information for every step of your business. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation | IDFPR | Illinois | Yes | The IDFPR created a list a list of resources for Illinois licensees and consumers impacted by COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Information for Illinois taxpayers | Ilinois Revenue | Illinois | Yes | The Illinois Department of Revenue has established this web page to provide information and resources to help Illinois taxpayers, businesses, and others affected by the coronavirus | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Emergency Small Business Grants and Loan Assistance | Illinois Department of Commerce | Illinois | Yes | A List of partners to launch emergency assistance programs for Illinois small businesses | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Assistance | Illinois Department of Commerce | Illinois | Both | They offer both COVID19 and traditoinal business funding resources, Loans, Grants, Funding resources. For small business and new businesses. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Illinois COVID-19 Response | State of Illinois | Illinois | Yes | This website provides the latest news releases related to coronavirus | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Chicago Small Business Resiliency Fund | The City of Chicago, et. al. | Illinois | No | Low interest loans for qualifying small buisnesses up to $50,000, with payment terms up to 5 years. Please see link for complete details. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| New and Small Business Education Center | Indiana Department of Revinue | Indiana | No | New and Small Business Education Center – to help you better understand state laws, the tax-filing process, and what services are available to help you as your business evolves. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Indiana Business Resources | Indiana Small Business Development Center | Indiana | Yes | The business development center is broken down by county and offers traditional business resources and also resources related to COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Indiana Business COVID-19 Resources | Indiana.gov | Indiana | Yes | A website with resources, updates, and announcements for small businesses in response to COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Score Indianapolis | SCORE | Indiana | No | Source of free small business advice | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Local Resources for Economic Development | City of Iowa | Iowa | Both | Offers a list of different programs and departments in Iowa to help with traditional business needs and also navigating through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business and Start up Tool Kit | Marion Economic Development Center | Iowa | No | Detailed list of options for start ups, small businesses, and entrepeneurs | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Journey to Business Success | The Iowa Center for Economic Success | Iowa | Both | Their main focus is to assist Iowans with the potential to succeed as they pursue opportunities for financial success. They're also helping those with small businesses to navigate through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Kansas Corona Response | Kansas Department of Commerce | Kansas | Yes | Up to date information from The Kansas Department of Commerce. They are offering live chats to help small businesses navigate through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Programs for Loans and Business Funds | Kansas Department of Commerce | Kansas | No | They compiled a list of loans and capital venture funds for financing your small business | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Coronavirus Business Resources | KCSource | Kansas | Both | They have an ongoing hotline where you can speak to an advisor on everything to help navigate your business through coronavirus and also traditional business management. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Growing Kansas Business | NetWork Kansas | Kansas | No | They are are a statewide network of non-profit business-building resources that help entrepreneurs and small business owners startup and grow successful businesses. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Team Kentucky | Cabinet for Economic Development | Kentucky | No | This website provides links to various options for capital funding, business loans, and grants for small businesses and entrepeneurs | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Resources for Small Businesses Navigating through COVID-19 | Community and Economic Development Initiative of Kentucky | Kentucky | Yes | This page provides business owners with links to information so they may prepare for the continued spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Kentucky and plan accordingly impacts to their business operations | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Kentucky One Stop Business Portal | Kentucky.Gov | Kentucky | Both | This is the official site for the commonweath of Kentucky. They offer traditional advice and financing options for small businesses and start-ups. They also offer help navigating through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Louisville Forward Small Business Resources | Louisville Metro Department of Economic Development | Kentucky | No | This is a website with a list of partners and resources to help small businesses start and succeed. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Louisiana Workforce Commision | Department of Labor | Louisiana | Yes | They have complied a list of important COVID-19 links by workforce division | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| LDEQ Small Business Assistance Program | LDEQ | Louisiana | No | They Provide provide environmental regulatory assistance and information to small businesses and communities | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| LED COVID-19 Assistance | Louisiana Economic Development | Louisiana | Yes |  They are working with all levels of government to safeguard Louisiana businesses in terms of economic and physical safety issues related to COVID-19. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| CEI | CEI | Maine | No | CEI integrates financing, business and industry expertise, and policy solutions to help grow good jobs, environmentally sustainable enterprises, and shared prosperity in Maine and other rural regions. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Responses for Main | CEI | Maine | Yes | A full hub of resources and guidance through getting your business through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Taking Care of Business in Maine through COVID-19 | Maine State Chamber of Commerce | Maine | Both | The organization promotes a positive business climate in the state of Maine, by focusing on Advocacy, Access, and Awareness. They have an up to date information on how to navigate through Coronavirus | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| The Annapolis Office Economic Development | Annapolis.Gov | Maryland | Yes | This page has access important preparedness and response resources for your business. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Business Resources | Maryland Business Express | Maryland | No | A comprehensive list for growing, funding, and managing your business | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Resources and Guidance for Businesses | Maryland Chamber of Commerce | Maryland | Yes | In response to COVID-19 the Maryland Chamber of Commerce has compiled resources to help keep the Maryland business community safe and healthy. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Maryland Business Resources | Maryland.Gov | Maryland | No | A great resources for businesses through out Maryland | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Development | City of Boston | Massachusetts | Both | They offer both COVID19 and traditoinal business funding resources, Loans, Grants, Funding resources. For small business and new businesses. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Massachusetts Manufacturing Resources | Manufacturing in Massachusetts | Massachusetts | No | List for Massachusetts manufacturers for a direct connection to all of the resources available to help support and grow your business, including financing solutions, business support & assistance, building your workforce, and manufacturing news & events. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Resources and Guidance for Businesses | Mas.Gov/The Baker-Polito Administration | Massachusetts | Yes | Resource from the Baker-Polito administration to help navigate the business community through the COVID-19 outbreak | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| MassBiz Works | Mass.gov | Massachusetts | No | MassHire BizWorks helps to improve a variety of services for businesses using both state and federal resources. Over the years, thousands of companies have used our services for their benefit. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| SBA Small Business Guide | SBA | Massachusetts | No | A complete guide for starting and expanding your business. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Massachusetts Small Business Development Center Network | Umass Amherst | Massachusetts | No | They provide free business assistance and free or low-cost educational and training programs. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Capital Access Support for Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 | MEDC | Michigan | Yes | MEDC can help connect your business with capital providers – federal grants, venture capitalists, banks, and others – as well as offer programs that can expand the reach of those capital providers. | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Michigan Small Business Relief Program | Michigan Economic Development Corporation | Michigan | Yes | For small businesses effected by coronavirus, grants of up to $10,000 and low interest loans between $50,000 - $200,000 are available. Please see link for complete details. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) | SBA | Michigan | Yes | This link walks you through how to apply for the disaster loan | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Association of Michigan | SBAM | Michigan | Both | It's a premier organization for small business owners they offer resources for COVID and non COVID | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| SBDC Michigan | SBDC Michigan | Michigan | Both | They offer webinars, links, and loan options for both COVID and non COVID. | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Greater MSP Small Business Hub | Minneapolos St Paul Regional Economic Development Partnership | Minnesota | No | A portal for programs and resources that are available for small businesses | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Growing Minnesota | Minnesota Chamber of Commerce | Minnesota | Both | A page full of traditional economic development for businesses and also how to navigate through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Assistance Office | Minnesota Employment and Economic Development | Minnesota | No | The Small Business Assistance Office places a special emphasis on providing the in-depth information that is so crucial to business success | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Resources | West Central Minnesota Small Business Development Center | Minnesota | Yes | Information on all the programs that are available for Small Businesses to guide through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| MEMA | Mississipi Emergency Management Agency | Mississippi | Yes | Offers plenty of resources for Emergency Management throughout the state in response to Coronavirus | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Technical Assistance Program | Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality | Mississippi | No | Offers a variety of different resources for Small Businesses throughout Mississippi | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Coronavirus MS.Gov | MS.Gov | Mississippi | Yes | The state website for everything related to Coronavirus. Including resources for all small businesses. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Mississippi State Business | MS.GOV/Business | Mississippi | No | The State Wesbite offering resources for starting a business, growing a business, and operating a business. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Resources for Missouri's Start-ups and Small Businesses | Missouri Department of Economic Development | Missouri | No | Website full of resources and information for all small business and start ups through out Missouri | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| MO Entrepeneurship | Missouri Source Link | Missouri | Both | Offers Resource Navigators about how to grow your business or to learn how to connect with MO entrepreneurship. Also has up to date resources on how to navigate your business through COVID19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Missouri Small Business Association | NFIB (National Federation of Independent Business) | Missouri | Both | They offer traditional resources for small business and also with managing through COVID19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Missouri Small Business Development Center | St Louis-MO.Gov | Missouri | No | Missouri Small Business Development Center delivers up-to-date counseling, training and technical assistance in all aspects of small business management | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Montana Small Business Development Center | Montana Department of Commerce | Montana | Both | They offer provide tools and guidance to help small businesses succeed. They also currently have disaster planning and assistance in navigating through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Resources for Montana Employers | Montana Department of Labor | Montana | Yes | They are commited to keeping employers informed about the latest developments regarding COVID-19. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Office of Civil Right Business Resources | Montana Official State Website | Montana | No | A list of state departments and organizations to help small businesses in Montana | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Specialized Loans and Grants for Montana Businesses | University of Montana | Montana | No | They assist with finding the correct funding and financing for your business | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| America's Banks Are Here to Help: The Industry Responds to the Coronavirus | American Bankers Association | Nationwide | Yes | Small businesses across the country are encouraged to use the available link to see what type of special funding programs are available via the various banks within their region. This growing list is alphabetized by institution for easy reference. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| Lending Programs for Financing Businesses | Business Finance Group | Nationwide | Both | Offer lending for traditional business needs and also through COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| State Grants | Government Grant Information Services Inc | Nationwide | No | This is a website with Grants offered by every state with an easy search | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Federal Income Tax Filing and Payment Deadline Extension | Internal Revenue Service | Nationwide | Yes | The federal deadline for tax payments has been extended until 7/15/2020 for both individuals and businesses. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| Feuling Business Growth through Minority Businesses | National Minority Supplier Development Council Business Consortium Fund | Nationwide | No | Financing and Consulting services for lenders and borrowers for certified businesses | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Resources in Response to Coronavirus | NFIB (National Federation of Independent Business) | Nationwide | Yes | NFIB is the voice of small business, advocating on behalf of America’s small and independent business owners, both in Washington, D.C., and in all 50 state capitals. NFIB is nonprofit, nonpartisan, and member-driven | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| America's Small Business Development Center | SBDC | Nationwide | Both | This is a list of resources for the entire nation. They offer assistance for tradional business needs and also in response for the COVID-19 outbreak | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| State Income Tax Filing and Payment Deadline Extension | State Tax Agencies | Nationwide | Yes | Inlight of the coronavirus outbreak, many state tax agencies have developed their own revised deadlines for the collection of state income taxes. We advise that you contact your state directly for additional information. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources | U.S. Small Business Administration | Nationwide | Yes | A list of available resources offering by the SBA that are geared toward businesses whose operations have been impacted by the coronavirus outbreak | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program | U.S. Small Business Administration | Nationwide | Yes | Low interest loans of up to $2 million for small businesses and non-profits effected by the COVID-19 outbreak. Typical interest rates for small businesses are 3.75% with a max term of 30 years. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| Opening Doors for Small Business in Nebraska | Community Development Resources | Nebraska | No | the CDR is an organization whose mission is to provide capital, technical assistance, and training opportunities for small business in the State of Nebraska | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| DED COVID Response | Department of Economic Development | Nebraska | Yes | The Department of Economic Development is partnering with Governor Ricketts to inform and assist businesses during Nebraska’s ongoing response to COVID-19. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Nebraska Department of Economic Development | Nebraska Department of Economic Development | Nebraska | No | Resources to start your business including available grants, funding resources, investment seed program, how to grow your exsisting business, among other things. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Nebraska Business Development Center | University of Nebraska | Nebraska | No | They offer business consultations for starting your business, expanind your business, operating and managing your business | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Grants and Incentives | Department of Business and Industry | Nevada | No | The State of Nevada offers this business resource center to see what options you have for financing programs, grants, and incentives for small businesses. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Disaster Response | National Governors Office of Economic Development | Nevada | Yes | A full portal for State of Nevada links and resources to manage business through COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Online Resources for Small Business | Nevada Small Business | Nevada | No | A list of resources for businesses that want to open shop in Nevada, or that need assistance in coping with challenges on their way to success. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Grow Nevada | Urban Chamber of Commerce Las Vegas | Nevada | No | Nevada Grow aims to help businesses in key strategic research areas, including:Â Initial diagnostics of business strategy; analysis of potential barriers/issues in your business model | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Live Free and Start | New Hampshire Economy | New Hampshire | No | The Division of Economic Development provides assistance to help you obtain permits necessary to establish or grow your business here | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| New Hampshire Business Information | Newhampshire.Gov Business | New Hampshire | No | A full portal with links and information from registering and starting your business to business laws and licenses and permits in the state | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Covid Business Resources | The New Hampshire Business and Economic Affairs | New Hampshire | Yes | Business help, loans, updates, federal and state resources all found here to navigate through Coronavirus | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| NJ Entrepreneurship Guarantee Program | New Jersey Economic Development Authority | New Jersey | No | Capital loans for small business owners in specific categories, including food and beverage that meet specific criteria. Please see link for additional details. | click here | 3/26/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| NJEDA Emergency Technical Assistance Program | New Jersey Economic Development Authority | New Jersey | Yes | Provides assistance to NJ based businesses applying for both state issued and SBA issued grants and loans. This includes assistance with the application process. | click here | 3/26/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| NJEDA Small Business Emergency Assistance Grant Program | New Jersey Economic Development Authority | New Jersey | Yes | Grants of up to $5,000 for small businesses with 1 - 10 full time employees who have been effected by the coronavirus outbreak. | click here | 3/26/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| NJEDA Small Business Emergency Assistance Guarantee Program | New Jersey Economic Development Authority | New Jersey | Yes | Business continuity loans for small businesses impacted by the coronavirus outbreak. Please see link for additional details. | click here | 3/26/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| NJEDA Small Business Emergency Assistance Loan | New Jersey Economic Development Authority | New Jersey | Yes | Small business, zero and low interest loans of up to $100,000 for businesses impacted by the coronavirus outbreak. | click here | 3/26/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| UCEDC A Non-Profit Economic Development Center | UCEDC Resources and Solutions for Small Businesses | New Jersey | No | They are a great resource website for loans, government contracting, training. They also offer help during the COVID-19 outbreak. | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| New Mexico Taking Care of Business | Finance New Mexioc | New Mexico | Both | Finance New Mexico is a public service project to connect you to resources and knowledge that can help your business grow. They have a continuously updated list of programs to help through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Grantmaker Resources – Philanthropy’s Response for COVID-19 | New Mexico Association of Grant Makers | New Mexico | Both | This page has been updated regularly to keep an ongoing list of grants available for traditional business purposes and also through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Business Development Resource Directory | New Mexico Economic Development Department | New Mexico | No | The NMEDD Business Resource Center is a service for businesses of any type or size to find the resources they need to create and sustain successful businesses. There's plenty of resources the state offers with an extensive directory of programs and incentives as well as service organizations | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Novel Coronavirus FAQ For Business | Empire State Development | New York | Yes | Plans are currently evolving for assistance to be given to small businesses throughout New York state. This page will likely be updated once additional details become available. Please see link for additional details. | click here | 3/26/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| New York State Assembly | Grant Action News | New York | No | This provides a month to month overview of grants available by the state and also how to write them | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Financial Assistance for Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 | New York City Department of Small Business Services | New York | Yes | An overview of coronavirus related funding programs geared towards small businesses operating in New York City. This page may be updated as additional programs are modified or introduced. | click here | 3/26/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| New York City Employee Retention Grant Program | New York City Department of Small Business Services | New York | Yes | For small businesses between 1 and 4 employees a grant of upto $27,000 is available to cover upto 40% of your payroll. Terms and conditions apply. Please link for complete details. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| New York City Small Business Continuity Fund | New York City Department of Small Business Services | New York | Yes | Small businesses with fewer than 100 employees can received upto $75,000 in interest free loans. Terms and conditions apply, please see link for compete details. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| Secure the Financing That You Need | New York City Department of Small Business Services | New York | No | Team members can review your individual business operation and connect you with a network of over 40+ different lenders for a variety of different funding purposes. Please see link for complete details. | click here | 3/26/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| SBDC New York | New York State Small Business Development Center | New York | Yes | The New York State Small Business Development Center (New York SBDC) - the premier business assistance organization in New York State. They have an entire list of news and resources | click here | 4/3/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Carolina Small Business Development Center | Carolina Small Business | North Carolina | Both | Offers traditional small business resources from funding to loans and services. They're also offering assistance to navigate throughout COVID19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| EDPNC | Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina | North Carolina | No | They have various advisors and resources for growing or starting a new business | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Information from N.C. Commerce | North Carolina Department of Commerce | North Carolina | Both | Portal for Business tools, grans and funds, jobs and training for traditional business needs and they also update through out the COVID-19 oubreak | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Center Network | North Carolina Small Business Center | North Carolina | Both | They provide a variety of programs, services and resources to help you start and grow your business. They also offer sources in response to COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Navigating your business through COVID19 | Small Business Technology and Development Center | North Carolina | No | Advisors that offer provide management counseling and educational services to small and mid-sized businesses. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID resources and updates | Greater North Dakota Chamber | North Dakota | Yes | GNDC has created this info and response page. Serving as a hub to update North Dakota business, industry, and individuals of ongoing impacts at the local level and beyond to the world market. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| North Dakota Small Business Development | North Dakota Small Business Development Centers | North Dakota | No | The North Dakota Small Business Development Centers help North Dakotans to start, manage, and grow their businesses. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| North Dakota Commerce | North Dakota.Gov | North Dakota | Both | The North Dakota Department of Commerce has a business development team that is available to assist in helping you locate potential resources and opportunities. They also have a full page with resources pertaining to businesses navigating through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Office of Small Business and Entrepeneurship | Ohio Development Services Agency | Ohio | No | A branch of the SBDC for small businesses and entrepeneurs | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Online Business Resources | Ohio Secretary of State | Ohio | No | A full list of resources from the Secretary of State for small business in Ohio | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Oklahoma Commerce | Oklahoma Department of Commerce | Oklahoma | No | Regional Development Specialists throughout the state are available for individual and small group meetings to offer solutions to challenges and tools and resources to help your company thrive. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| REI Oklahoma Women's Business Center | REI Oklahoma Business | Oklahoma | Both | REI Oklahoma expands economic opportunities for Oklahomans by providing flexible financing and and development services for traditional business needs. They area also helping businesses nagivate through coronavirus outbreak | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| REI Oklahoma Women's Business Center | The Association of Women's Business Centers | Oklahoma | Both | Offers business training opportunities, one-on-one business counseling, access to capital, referrals and technical assistance for Women Business owners. Also helping navigate through Coronavirus outbreak | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Jade District-Old Town COVID-19 Small Business Response Fund | Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon | Oregon | Yes | Focused towards small businesses located within Portland's Chinatown community, upto $190,000 in funds are available for distribution. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| Small Business Advocate | Oregon.gov | Oregon | Both | The Small Business Advocates help small businesses that have a question or concern about state or local government. Small business is defined as a for-profit or nonprofit organization with zero to 100 employees. They are also offering assistance through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Programs | Secretary of State | Oregon | No | The resources are divided into 3 areas: management and technical services, Financial Resources, and marketing. This is not an entire list of what the state offers. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Business Support Resources from Oregon State Agency | The Business Oregon Commisson | Oregon | No | They invest in Oregon businesses, communities, and people to promote and develop the economy in Oregon | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Beaverton Emergency Business Assistance Program | The City of Beaverton | Oregon | Yes | Small businesses forced to close because of the COVID-19 outbreak that are located in Beaverton may receive rent reimbursement up to $2,500/month. Fundsd are available on first come basis. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| Hillsboro Small Business Emergency Relief Program | The City of Hillsboro | Oregon | Yes | Small businesses in Hillsboro can apply to receive a $5,000 grant. Link featured Forbes appears to be offline as of 3/26/2020. See general link for their small business outreach for further updates and funding opportunities. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) | Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development | Pennsylvania | No | The CFA is an independent agency of the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) to administer Pennsylvania's economic stimulus packages. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Assistance | Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development | Pennsylvania | No | "One-Stop-Shop" for all for Pennsylvania Business resource for planning, registering, operating, and growing a business | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| DEP | Pennsylvania.Gov | Pennsylvania | No | Website links different grants, loans, and assistance for small businesses. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Doing Business in Pennsylvania Guide | Pennsylvania.Gov | Pennsylvania | Both | This website provides the latest news releases related to coronavirus | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Support | Foundation for Puerto Rico | Puerto Rico | Both | Foundation for Puerto Rico, a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 2011, creates opportunities that drive social and economic development in Puerto Rico. They also offer a link with information for small to medium size businesses throughout Puerto Rico in response to COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Puerto Rico Small Business Development Center | Puerto Rico Small Business Development Center | Puerto Rico | Both | Assistance, guidance, and counseling for starting and maintaining your business. Also offers resources through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Women Business Center Program | Center for Women and Enterprise | Rhode Island | No | They offer courses for women small business owners and entrepeneurs | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Rhode Island Commerce | Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce | Rhode Island | Both | Offers traditional business resources for funding, starting and opening a business, exsisting businesses, and businesses navigating through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Rhode Island Small Business Development Center | The University of Rhode Island | Rhode Island | Both | The University offers seminars, training, and counseling for new businesses and existing businesses. They also offer all of this for Businesses navigating through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Rhose Island Business Resources | Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce | Rhose Island | No | Both those who are considering entering a business enterprise and those who are already in a small business may benefit from the experience of successful executives who are familiar with similar businesses. They also have a hub of various links for further research | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| The Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Development Center | The Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Development Center | Saipan | No | The CNMI SBDC supports the growth and economic development in the CNMI by providing high quality training and one-to-one confidential counseling to existing small businesses and to small business start-ups. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Support | Municipal Association of South Carolina | South Carolina | Yes | Updated often to provide resources as they become available to support through COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Information Resource and Hub | South Carolina Chamber of Commerce | South Carolina | Yes | The South Carolina Chamber is supporting South Carolina businesses by helping them be as prepared as possible to protect the health of their workers during this crisis | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Business Resources | South Carolina Department of Commerce | South Carolina | Yes | The website is actively engaged and updating information to support the business community through the Coronavirus outbreak | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business/Entrepreneurship Guide | University of South Carolina | South Carolina | No | Complete guide with links and resources for businesses and entrepeneurs in South Carolina | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| South Dakota's COVID-19 Resource | Governors Office of Economic Development South Dakota | South Dakota | Yes | Resources for small businesses throughout the state of South Dakota | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Start Your Business in South Dakota | Governors Office of Economic Development South Dakota | South Dakota | No | They offer business start up packages and how to invest in your new business. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| South Dakota Business Gateway | SD.Gov | South Dakota | Both | Here you will find general information relative to starting, growing, operating or closing a business in South Dakota. They also have a portal for COVID-19 resources | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| South Dakota Business Help | South Dakota Small Business Development Center | South Dakota | No | Resources for business planning in South Dakota | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 Small Business Resources | Department of Economic and Community Development | Tennessee | Yes | A full list of resources for small business in Tennessee in response to COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Resoucres | Department of Economic and Community Development | Tennessee | No | Other resources for small businesses in Tennessee | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Tennessee Smart Start | Department of Economic and Community Development | Tennessee | No | Website will guide you through establishing your business | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Launch Tennessee | Launch Tennessee | Tennessee | No | Launch Tennessee is a public-private partnership, guided by a vision of making Tennessee the most startup-friendly state in the nation. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID-19 | Texas Economic Development | Texas | Yes | Complete resource for COVID-19 business related resources for Texas | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Business Guides and Resources | Texas Secretary of State | Texas | No | A list for all business needs from start-ups, funding, security, patents, and various other needs. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Texas Economic Development | Texas.gov | Texas | Yes | A full list for State and Federal Small business resources | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Texas Workforce Commision | Texas.gov | Texas | Yes | A resource list for employers regarding COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Utah Small Business Partners and Resources | Utah Microloan Fund | Utah | No | They offer a variety of resources on how to best apply for a loan or assistance after. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| The Salt Lake Chamber | Utah's Business Leader | Utah | No | The Salt Lake Chamber is Utah’s largest and longest-standing business association. A statewide chamber of commerce with members in all 29 Utah counties | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Business Resource Centers | Utah's Governors Office of Economic Development | Utah | Both | The Governor of Utah complied a list of all local business resources for the state for traditional business needs. Website also offers guidance through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation | Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation | Vermont | No | BDCC is affiliated with the State of Vermont as the certified Regional Development Corporation. Their goal is to assist start-up companies, growing companies, and global businesses alike, in order to support continued success stories in the Vermont region | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Agency of Commerce and Community Development | State of Vermont | Vermont | Both | They have the latest news and updates for small businesses in Vermont and also offer traditional guidance and assistance for business needs. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Vermont Small Business Loan Prgram | Vermont Economic Development Authority | Vermont | No | Vermont Small Business Loan Program is available to assist growing Vermont small businesses that are unable to access adequate sources of conventional financing. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Assistance and Training for Small Business | Vermont Small Business Development Center | Vermont | Both | The Vermont Small Business Development Center (VtSBDC) offers no-cost expert assistance to small business owners and entrepreneurs. They have advisors ready to answer questions and assist in everything to help navigate businesses through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| United States Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority | United States Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority | Virgin Islands | No | The United States Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority (USVIEDA) is a semi-autonomous government organization responsible for the promotion and enhancement of economic development in the U.S. Virgin Islands | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Virgin Islands Small Business Development Center | Virgin Islands Small Business Development Center | Virgin Islands | Both | The Virgin Islands Small Business Development Center is the territory’s largest and most accessible source of assistance for entrepreneurs. They provide a link to assist with filling out assistance for businesses affected from Coronavirus | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Services for Local Businesses | The Central Virginia Small Business Development Center | Virginia | Both | The offer traditional counseling services and other services to the small and medium-sized business community. Also offer guidance through COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Virginia Small Business Financing Authority | Virginia Economic Development Partnership | Virginia | No | VSBFA provides businesses and localities with debt financing resources for economic development projects and other small business and entrepreneurial financing needs. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Amazon Neighborhood Small Business Relief Fund | Amazon | Washington | Yes | Grants are available to small businesses in the greater Seattle area (where Amazon operates) who have experienced reduced foot-traffic as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes |
| Small Business Guidance | Business.Wa.gov | Washington | Yes | Very detailed guide to Washington state guidance for small business during COVID-19 | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Covid-19 Resource Response | Governer Jay Inslee | Washington | Yes | The Governor’s Office has compiled this partial list of resources to support economic retention and recovery related to COVID-19 coronavirus | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Start-Up Washington | Washington State Department of Commerce | Washington | Both | Offers traditional small business and start up resources and also has COVID-19 related resources. | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| District of Columbia's Small Business Resource Center | D.C. Business Center | Washington D.C. | No | They offer programs and one-on-one services to help you with everything from registering your business to financing to management. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Legal Assistance Program | DCBar.Org | Washington D.C. | No | Legal assistance and training for small businesses | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Businesses Programs, Resources and Information | Department of Insurace,Securities, and Banking | Washington D.C. | No | Provides and participates in programs and resources to assist small business owners in creating sustainable economic development. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| D.C. Business Tool Kit | Department of Small and Local Business Development | Washington D.C. | Both | Free, centralized platform with access to resources, events, agency and service provider points-of-contact, and business networking. They area also posting up to date information on businesses navigating through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| DC Small Business Recovery Microgrants | Government of District of Columbia | Washington D.C. | Yes | Information on Business Recovery Grants and Microgrants for Businesses navigating through COVID-19 | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Business4WestVirginia | State of West Virginia Business Portal | West Virginia | No | The State page offering resources for small businesses | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Small Business Development Center | West Virginia Development Center | West Virginia | No | The Small Business Development Center of WV is a statewide network that provides essential information for successfully starting, expanding and growing a small business. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| COVID Resource information for West Virginia | West Virginia Development Cetner | West Virginia | Yes | The West Virginia Department of Commerce has developed a directory of human and financial resources. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Your Business Finance Resource | WBD | Wisconsin | No | Full portal full of programs and link to help small businesses | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Business Resources | Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation | Wisconsin | Both | Traditional resource portal for Business Development, Industry Development, and Marketing. They also have a focus on COVID-19 related resources | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| "Putting Dreams to Work" | Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) | Wisconsin | Both | They offer financing, and assisting in starting or growing your business. They also offer COVID-19 Loans and financing | click here | 4/6/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Facebook Small Business Grants Program | Worldwide | Both | Grants are available to small businesses from a fund composed of $100 million in cash grants and Facebook advertising credits. | click here | 3/26/2020 | Forbes | |
| Wyoming Small Business Council | The State of Wyomings Economic Development Agency | Wyoming | No | They help you navigate through the process of finding and securing the financial assistance necessary to launching your startup or expanding your operation. | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Wyoming Small Business Assistance Act | Wyoming Government Programs | Wyoming | No | Talks about a funding and grant program that can help medium sized businesses purchase equipment and machinery | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |
| Wyoming Small Business Development Center | Wyoming Small Business Development Center | Wyoming | Both | They have high-caliber small business advisors that are located throughout the state to bring you no-cost, confidential assistance.They also have a page dedicated to navigating your business through Coronavirus | click here | 4/7/2020 | ER Cares (via research from the Erika Record team) |