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Rhode Island Health DepartmentGeneral infoFor health providersRI Dept. of Business RegulationGuidelines for grocers and retail Executive order.Essential businesses (Dept. of Business Regulation)Critical and non-critical businesses for purposes of being allowed to be open with some additional guidance.Worksheet for tracking occupancy | Spanish For implementing the 20% acceptable capacity for grocers and retail.TrailblazeTrailblazeRI Hospitality AssociationRelief FundRI Dept. of Labor & TrainingForm for self-employed unemployment insurance (Dept. of Labor & Training)Form to receive info when it’s available.COVID-19 Response Fund Grants (RI Foundation and United Way)Twenty-seven organizations serving Rhode Islanders who are coping with the current health crisis will share a total of $1.2 million. Additional grants from the fund will continue to be awarded on a rolling basis. Qualifying nonprofit organizations may apply at?covid19grants. Funds will:Support nonprofit organizations providing direct assistance to Rhode Islanders with financial need or demonstrable hardship resulting from COVID-19.Provide operating support to nonprofit organizations that are meeting community needs resulting from COVID-19, and are in financial distress.Workshare Program: Allows employers to retain their skilled workers during times of slowdown by simply reducing the work hours of a larger group of employees. HYPERLINK "" Guide to filling out unemploymentThe following questions will be asked when you file a new claim for Unemployment Insurance benefits, whether you file online at dlt. or over the phone at (401) 243-9100. Please have this information ready when you begin the process. NOTE: This is a sample listing of questions you may be asked when filing an initial claim for unemployment benefits. Depending on your individual situation, you may be asked for more or less information than is shown.Unemployment or TDIInformation for filing for TDI.Internal Revenue ServiceCoronavirus tax reliefSpecial section focused on steps to help taxpayers, businesses and others affected by the coronavirus.SBASmall Business Guidance & Loan Resources Health and government officials are working together to maintain the safety, security, and health of the American people. Small businesses are encouraged to do their part to keep their employees, customers, and themselves healthy.Disaster loan assistance pageThe SBA offers disaster assistance in the form of?low-interest loans to businesses, renters, and homeowners located in regions affected by declared disasters.Paycheck Protection PlanThe Paycheck Protection Program is a loan designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll. SBA will forgive loans if all employees are kept on the payroll for eight weeks and the money is used for payroll, rent, mortgage interest, or utilities. The Paycheck Protection Program will be available through June 30, 2020.RI Commerce PageSBA disaster loan info from RI CommerceSBA working capital loans Offers low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Rhode Island small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).Emergency Preparedness Resources and info about preparing for emergencies. HYPERLINK "" Office of Disaster Assistance The Office of Disaster Assistance's mission is to provide low interest disaster loans to businesses of all sizes, private non-profit organizations, homeowners, and renters to repair or replace real estate, personal property, machinery & equipment, inventory and business assets that have been damaged or destroyed in a declared disaster. Provides resources and info.List of resources Contains a number of resources including guides, general info, and SBA loans and other programs. HYPERLINK "" Paycheck Protection PlanThe Paycheck Protection Program is designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on payroll by providing each small business a loan up to $10 million for payroll and certain other expenses. If all employees are kept on payroll for eight weeks, SBA will forgive the portion of the loans used for payroll, rent, mortgage interest, or utilities. Up to 100 percent of the loan is forgivable.Uber EatsWaiving delivery feesWaived the Delivery Fee for the more than 100,000 independent restaurants across US & Canada on Uber Eats. We will also launch daily dedicated, targeted marketing campaigns—both in-app and via email—to promote delivery from local restaurants, especially those that are new to the app.Door DashFinancial assistance programsFinancial and other support programs for restaurants and drivers including waiving commission fees.MicrosoftProvides 6 months of Office 365 for free. Businesses | Schools | IndividualsFree Microsoft TeamsArts and Business Council of BostonPro Bono Legal SupportVolunteer Lawyers for the Arts based out of Arts & Business Council of Boston has assembled an emergency response panel of lawyers and law firms ready and willing to advise artists on contacts, insurance, labor and employment, and other issues due to the coronavirus. Contact Luke Blackadar for more information: VLA@. Let them know you live in Rhode Island and RISCA referred you.Time MagazineDigital Library for Kids now free.Time Magazine has stepped up and released their Digital Library for Kids for free until the end of the school year. The popular periodical had this to say, “As the world asks more of families and teachers, TIME for Kids salutes you, and we're here to support you! TIME for Kids is in the unique position to help kids understand this unprecedented moment.United WayGood Neighbor Energy FundAssists with paying for energy costsRhode Islanders who need assistance from the Fund? -- including as a result of the COVID-19 crisis -- should visit their local Community Action Program (CAP) agency. CAP agencies use the guidelines found below to determine qualification. If you are unsure of the CAP agency nearest you, please contact United Way 2-1-1 in Rhode Island. Simply dial 2-1-1 or visit us online. HYPERLINK "" 401 Gives Program and Donation RequestSupporting Rhode Island's nonprofit community has always been the focus of 401Gives. But since social distancing entered our lexicon, nonprofits across the state need our support more than ever. Even though COVID-19 has strained their resources, these agencies continue working hard to help Rhode Islanders during these uncertain times. Supporting these local nonprofits is no longer just our focus... it's now our mission and duty. Join us on April 1 in making a difference. Donation munity resource/info listList of resources by categoryResource centerList of programs and other resourcesResponse FundUnited Way has partnered with the Rhode Island Foundation to create the COVID-19 Response Fund in support of direct-service nonprofits impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. United Way is working with the nonprofit community to assess the most pressing needs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. We are hearing from agencies daily about major disruption in operations and services, and about urgent needs for financial assistance, food, supplies, and technical support. Spanish applicationYour gift to this emergency fund will help nonprofit organizations providing direct service to our Rhode Island families and munity Economic Relief FundFree tax filing serviceThrough United Way’s partnership with H&R Block, every household with a simple return can file their federal and state taxes for free.Nonprofit surveyNonprofits are always there for Rhode Islanders. What happens when that need is just too great? Nonprofits, complete our survey so we know exactly how we can help you.Volunteer list and surveyWe're creating a list of volunteers to support our communities during COVID-19. If you want to help nonprofits, please complete this short survey. We’ll only contact you if there's a match.National Education Association Foundation?COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund to Support School CommunitiesThe NEA Foundation, in partnership with the National Education Association, Grantmakers for Education, and others, is leading efforts to create a COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund to pool resources from education philanthropies toward a coordinated response. This pooled fund could help to deliver resources to school districts, out of school time service providers, and others who have access to students and families across America and the capacity to efficiently and effectively utilize funds.To contribute to the COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund, contact Eric James, Chief Financial Officer, NEA Foundation, at?ejames@.Haymarket People’s FundHaymarket People’s Fund Urgent Response GrantsUrgent Response Grants are up to $1,000/year to help grassroots, social change organizations respond quickly to unforeseencrises or opportunities that critically affect your organization and constituency. This includes unexpected events, political crises, or organizing opportunities. Groups will be notified about grant decisions 1 - 2 weeks after receiving an application. In order to support your vital community organizing, Haymarket has increased the pool of available Urgent Response Grant funding. You do not need to be a grantee of Haymarket to apply but need to fit our basic funding criteria including an organizational budget under $300,000. Nellie Mae Education FoundationRapid Response fund for Asian-American and Pacific Islander Communities in New England: Racism is a Virus TooToday, we are launching a rapid response fund to respond to the hate crimes and bias against Asian American communities resulting from COVID-19. The Foundation has allocated resources for the Racism is a Virus Too rapid response grant fund to support Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) that provide services for AAPI communities.Amplifying Youth VoiceThis grant fund will amplify the authentic voices of young people, giving them a seat at the table around decisions that affect their future. Additionally, this fund will focus on building the capacity, power, and voice of youth organizing groups throughout the New England region.?Boston Music MakerRelief Fund Rapid grants of up to $200 will be made to eligible applicants on a first come, first served basis. For more information and chat support please visit covid-19.New England Grassroots Environmental FundCOVID-19 Response FundAvailable for groups that focus on mutual aid and have no formal tax status (no 501(c)3 or fiscal sponsor in place). These grassroots groups of neighbors are responding to local needs, are innovative and resourceful and don't have access to short-term funding alternatives.The Grassroots Fund is making direct grants to these efforts to provide financial resources. Please help us share this program to mutual aid groups in your area. Grants are up to $1,000 and we will work to get funding out as quickly as possible. Contact Tess Beem (tess@) with any questions.CERF+?The Artists Safety NetThe COVID-19 Response Fund was created to support artists working in craft disciplines. This fund is essential to our rapid and effective response to those artists who are suffering severe health impacts from the coronavirus, ensuring that CERF+ has the funds necessary to respond to this unprecedented crisis.Gates FoundationTherapeutics Accelerator FundGates Philanthropy Partners is committed to providing long-term support for the COVID-19 response. Today, the most urgent need is to find an effective treatment that would help people who are infected with the virus to recover and rejoin their communities. This is the purpose of the Therapeutics Accelerator.For the next several weeks, you may choose to target the development of therapeutics when you give with us.Hispanics in Philanthropy?COVID-19 Rapid Response Migration Fund and Civic Participation Fund (Hispanics in Philanthropy)The COVID-19 Rapid Response Migration Fund will award at least $200,000 in mini-grants to help frontline migrant-serving organizations develop and launch emergency protocols, cover unexpected costs due to office closures or disrupted revenue streams, increase agility in services and advocacy, and address other unforeseen impacts of the ongoing pandemic. We invite funders to join this emergency effort to ensure that frontline organizations in the region are able to continue serving vulnerable migrant, refugee, and asylum seekers populations in a safe and timely manner.The Civic Participation fund addresses the critical issues at stake for a fair and accurate 2020 Census to ensure Latinos are counted. COVID-19 has forced organizations to quickly shift from field operations to remote digital efforts. To expedite these new efforts we are announcing a rapid response grant pool for grassroots nonprofit organizations to help ensure Latinos are counted.Hispanics in Philanthropy and Justice for Migrant WomenFarmerworkers’ COVID-19 Pandemic Relief FundTo this end, Justice for Migrant Women is joining with HIP to raise funds to address the immediate needs and mitigate the risks to the farmworker community. Funds raised will be given directly to the farmworker community during these uncertain times. The financial support will help farmworkers purchase basic needs for their families, like groceries and hygienic supplies; pay for utilities and other expenses; and assistance to offset medical costs and to aid in purchasing medical supplies. Please donate $_25_?today to help support the farmworkers who feed our nation.Musicians FoundationCV19 Support Fund?Please help us continue to assist professional musicians during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Many thousands of performers, educators, and composers have been left with no work. As most do not have a safety net, they turn to Musicians Foundation for support.Our new Emergency Grant Program gives all eligible applicants up to $200 to get through a week or two at the beginning of this difficult time.Our request to you is simple – give $200 or $400 to directly assist one or two musicians in need.National Domestic Workers Alliance?Coronavirus Cares Fund?The money you donate to the Coronavirus Care Fund will provide immediate financial support for domestic workers, and enable them to stay home and healthy — protecting themselves, their families and their communities while slowing the spread of the Coronavirus.Utility ReliefCox Relief: 30 days free to families, free media to restaurantsAdditionally, Cox is providing two free months of in-home internet for qualifying families.?Verizon Relief: – Waives late feesAT & T Relief: – No termination of service, waive late feesComcast: – Unlimited data for next 60 days Sprint: Place unlimited calls to level 3 countriesT-Mobile: Free unlimited data for next 60 days, excluding roamingTo ensure that all Rhode Island students have access to WiFi necessary for distance learning at home, the Governor today announced that all households that have a smart phone with a WiFi hot spot feature and have cell phone service from the four most common providers in our state – Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint – will be able to activate the hot spot feature for free. There will be no activation fee, no usage fee, and no overage fee. This policy will last until at least May 13.Roman Diocese of ProvidenceOffers Stop & Shop Gift Cards to those out of work due to COVID-19.RI HealthsourceSpecial Enrollment Period Has been established to enroll in a plan through HealthSourceRI until April 15, 2020Pharmacies & InsurersCVS: Free prescription delivery until May 1, takes 1 – 2 daysWalgreens: Free prescription delivery for limited time, takes 1 day or longerGreen Line Apothecary: Free prescription deliveryWallgreensBlue CrossUnited HealthcareFacebookSmall business grants programFacebook is offering $100M in cash grants and ad credits for up to 30,000 eligible small businesses in over 30 countries where we operate. We’ll share more details as they become available.Champlin FoundationHYPERLINK ""Online grant applicationGeorge Wiley CenterCOVID-19 housing resourcesIncludes Salvation ArmyVirtual fundraiserVirtual food drive. Help an increasing number of our neighbors in need of food in Connecticut and Rhode Island and other fundraisersEventbriteResources list for event plannersResources, information, and suggestions for event plannersResources list for event attendeesResources, information, and suggestions for event attendeesNewport Festivals FoundationMusicians Relief FundProvides financial relief to musicians in our Folk & Jazz communities experiencing a loss of income as a result of COVID-19 through rapid micro and full grants. Our focus and priority will be on artists who have played the Newport Jazz or Folk Festivals and those in our Rhode Island community. All other applications will be considered on a case by case basis.Nelp HYPERLINK "" Unemployment provisions in the CARES ActThe CARES Act creates three new UI programs: Pandemic Unemployment Compensation, Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation, and Pandemic Unemployment Assistance. All three programs are fully federally funded. This fact sheet will discuss all three, as well as “short-time compensation,” laying out what benefits are available to workers who find themselves without any or enough employment or work in these difficult times.LiscVerizon Small Business FundThanks to a $2.5 million investment from Verizon, we are offering grants to help small businesses fill urgent financial gaps until they can resume normal operations or until other more permanent financing becomes available. HYPERLINK "" Rapid Relief and Resiliency FundInject much-needed, flexible resources into historically under-invested communities. These are the places that are suffering most from the economic fallout gripping our nation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our aim is to raise up to $100 million in grants, loans and other investments for the Fund.AICPAInformation & resourcesThe Association, the global voice of the American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, is taking the Coronavirus (COVID-19) very seriously. We are continually monitoring the virus’ impact on our members, staff, exam candidates, students and the profession.For additional information, please contact our Global Engagement Center. We recommend using the chat feature in the bottom right corner of the screen for the best service merce RI HYPERLINK "" Tech AssistanceWe’re providing free 45-minute tech support sessions for small businesses and sole proprietors via zoom or conference call. If you or your staff needs help setting up work from home technology, online meetings, e-commerce, remote working security or document management, you can now work with volunteer experts from Rhode Island’s leading tech businesses.Coaches with various specialties are available from 1 to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. Sign up for a coaching session with the specialist of your choice at District Hall Providence.Lieutenant Governor’s OfficeHYPERLINK ""Gift it Forward and Buy Rhode Island Today Gift it Forward is an online resource developed by small business owners for small business owners. The program is aimed at helping Rhode Island small businesses make it through the COVID-19 pandemic by making easier for Rhode Islanders to support them.AARP Rhode Island HYPERLINK "" Community ConnectionsWe may be isolated, but we don’t have to be alone. Across the country, people are informally organizing new online mutual aid groups to stay connected, share ideas, and help those most affected by the Coronavirus. Whether you want to start a group, find a group, or get assistance yourself, our directory can help you connect with people in your community.National Restaurant Association HYPERLINK "" Restaurant Employee Relief FundThrough the Restaurant Employee Relief Fund, we will provide grants to restaurant industry employees who have been adversely impacted by COVID-19, financially, whether through a decrease in wages or loss of employment.Apply for a grant starting Thursday, April 2, 2020. Each approved grant is $500, one per person only.Nonprofit websites HYPERLINK "" Grants for nonprofitsU to $1.5 million in funding to be used for building or rebuilding websites for nonprofit organizations based in the United States.?We have authorized three different programs that attempt to reduce the cost of the effort by applying grant funds to them. These programs range from full grants to matching and partial grants. The following criteria must be met in order to qualify for all three programs:Your organization must be based in the United States.Your organization must serve a charitable or not-for-profit purpose. No business or commercial use will be permitted.Executive leadership may not be referred to as "owners" of the organization anywhere on website or application materials.A link to the Center for Desease Control and Prevention's?Coronavirus page?must be posted somewhere on the header or footer of your website.Preference will be given to organizations who can be verified as Tax Exempt Organizations using the?IRS database anizations that cannot be verified may still qualify with either (a) a copy of your articles of incorporation, and/or (b) a formal business plan.All applications and commitments must be guaranteed by the applicantNE Grassroots Environmental Fund LLCCARES Act Providence Financial Relief for Nonprofit OrganizationsSmall Business & Entrepreneurship CouncilCARES Act:? What’s In It for SMall Businesses, the Self-Employed and Gig WorkersRespectabilityWhat the Stimulus Package Means for People with DisabilitiesUS House of RepresentativesLoan Flowchart from House Committee on Small BusinessJames Beard Food and beverage industry relief fundTo help bring swift economic relief to these essential businesses, the Foundation is launching a fund that will be gathering support from corporate, foundation, and individual donors to provide micro-grants to independent food and beverage businesses in need*.MainvestZero interest loansIf you have an existing brick & mortar business that has been negatively effected by the COVID-19 outbreak and you launch a capital raise on Mainvest, you may be eligible to receive a $2,000 zero-interest loan immediately*. Then through your capital raise, you can receive over $100,000 of investment from your community. HYPERLINK "" 30 Days of Free, Premium Access for Frontline is providing one month of free, premium access to our site to support your important service to the community at this difficult time.Access the largest online site for careFind help for your children, parents & petsUnlimited messaging with caregiversFree for 30 days1 month free access to senior is providing 30 days of free, premium access to our site to find help for seniors age 65+ at this difficult time.Access the largest online site for careFind help with groceries, errands & moreUnlimited messaging with caregiversFree for 30 days, cancel anytimeOnline classes for kidsOnline classesOcean State Job LotDonate $250k For Coronavirus SuppliesRhode Island-based discount retailer Ocean State Job Lot will donate a supply of personal protective equipment such as gloves, masks, sanitizers and more to help with the new coronavirus response effort, the company announce this week. These much-needed supplies will be sent to local and state governments, hospitals and healthcare facilities.BJ’s, Stop and ShopRaises for WorkersBJ's will offer employees a $2-per-hour raise, while Stop & Shop union employees will receive a 10 percent raise.Leadership RI HYPERLINK "" Keep it together People facebook groupOne thing scientifically proven to spread faster than any virus (thanks to the internet) is the feeling of connectivity. We hope that this page will make you smile, laugh, cry, pray and anything else that us humans can all do alongside one another.Providence JournalFree access to contentFree access to contentResourcesComprehensive Resource ListsCity of Providence City of Central Falls HYPERLINK "" City of Pawtucket RI Society of CPAs The Public’s Radio Motif Magazine United Way RI House of Representatives Alliance to Mobilize Resistance Northern RI Chamber US Chamber of Commerce Facebook for Business Mainstreet America EventbriteProvidence MonthlyOffice of Healthy Aging HYPERLINK "" Grocery store hours for at-risk population List of hours for at-risk shoppersCommunity centers and other resources Older Rhode Islanders and individuals with underlying conditions are at higher risk of severe COVID-19 illness. Governor Raimondo and the Rhode Island Department of Health are encouraging our higher-risk populations to practice social distancing during this time and use technology, whenever possible, to remain in touch with family and friends. RI Community Food Bank HYPERLINK "" Local food pantriesThis list is being updated regularly to reflect changes in food assistance program operations in response to COVID. Please call ahead to confirm a program is still open during their regularly listed hours.Food assistance providersList of food assistance providers with detailed info including hours and comments.Farm Fresh HYPERLINK "" Market Mobile wholesale service to get fresh food from local farms delivered right to your homeWe are currently offering home delivery to Providence, Pawtucket, and East Bay only. If you are outside of these delivery areas, you are welcome to place an order for curbside pickup at our packhouse, located in The Hope Artiste Village building (1005 Main St) in Pawtucket. We require a minimum order size of $60 for pickup or delivery.City of ProvidenceWays to support food accessHelp ensure all Rhode Islanders have access to the food they need while preventing the spread of COVID-19. The best way you can help support this critical work is to make a financial donation to these organizations.RI Superior CourtHYPERLINK ""Protections for businessesUnder the plan, which is a collaboration with the Rhode Island Bar, the Superior Court will supervise and provide protections so businesses can remain operational, access new working capital and pay debts. The court aims to provide business owners a shield from lawsuits and creditor actions.Consumer ReportsCR’s Guide to the Coronavirus.As the coronavirus spreads in the U.S., Consumer Reports is committed to bringing you up-to-date, evidence-based reporting and adviceDepartment of Health HYPERLINK "" Map of food pantries and soup kitchensMap of food pantries and soup kitchens with basic informationFood sites for childrenDue to the closure of schools, free "Grab and Go" meals are available for children throughout Rhode Island. New sites are still being added so please check back or contact your school district or charter school for more options. At the vast majority of these sites, anyone aged 18 or under who shows up gets a free meal. Some food sites are only providing meals to students who are enrolled in that school/district. These sites have a note under the Time section indicating any restrictions. Whether a site is serving all students or just that school's students, the child must be present; schools cannot give a meal to an adult on behalf of a child.Disease data pageGeneral info, resources and and resourcesContains general information, guides, resources, and statistics, updated daily.HospitalsList of hospitals10 Tips for self quarantine or self monitoring10 tips for self quarantineOut of State Screening FormRIDOH Guidance for Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers Quarantined for Exposure to COVID-19FOR POLICE, FIRE, EMS and other essential personnel, use these guidelines and share them with the authority in charge of the exposed asymptomatic personnel.Department of Labor & Training: HYPERLINK "" Workplace fact sheetRI Coalition for the Homeless: HYPERLINK "" Meal site listList of meal sites with info updated daily.Warming centers infoList of warming centers, updated daily.Hygiene stationsList of hygiene stations providing showers and more, updated dailyCAP agencies & health centersCap agencies & health centers with descriptive info, updated daily.WiFi hotspotsLiar of WiFi hotspots with deailed info including location, company and additional infoCrossroads: Housing based services screening assessmentCOVID-19 shelter client triage screening tool and form.Crossroads: Shelter screening assessmentShelter screening assessment formPrevent Overdose RI HYPERLINK "" COVID-19 resourcesThere are resources to help you, your family, and loved ones stay safe during the coronavirus outbreak, also known as COVID-19BHLink HYPERLINK "" Resources for mental health & substance abuseResources for those with or treating mental health and substance abuse.RI State Council on the Arts HYPERLINK "" Resources for freelance artists or supporters of freelance artists, educators, or organizationsOn this page, you will find regularly updated information and resources specific to arts and culture organizations and artists on:Working with RISCA During the Coronavirus.What to Do if Your RISCA Funded Event Happens During Coronavirus Time.Resources for Arts and Culture Organizations.Resources for Freelance Artists or Supporters of Freelance Artists.Resources for Educators.Office of Library & Information Services: HYPERLINK ""Online learning programs and other servicesThe Office of Library and Information Services' Statewide Reference Resource Center at Providence Public Library (), provide resources that are freely available online to all Rhode Islanders. Ocean State Libraries provides online resources that are freely available to public library card holders through eZone, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks and streaming videos. Local public libraries may provide additional resources to card holders of their libraries, such as digital magazines, movies and music.RI Commerce: HYPERLINK "" Covid-19 FAQBelow, you’ll find answers to frequently asked questions about operating a business during the disaster. RI Division of Information Technology HYPERLINK "" Information Technology ResourcesMicrosoft free offerings.RI Department of Business Regulation: HYPERLINK "" Pandemic crisis management plan.Crisis management plan for companiesEconomic Progress Institute: HYPERLINK "" RI Earnings Replacement | SpanishIf you are impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and cannot work, below is information on how to support yourself and your family.National Federation of Funeral Directors: HYPERLINK "" Guidance for Funeral Directors Important resources and other information for funeral directors.RI Department of Education: HYPERLINK "" School Closures FAQ | SpanishFAQ regarding school closings and other issues.Distance learning resourcesOnline learning resources and resources for talking to your kids about the disease.Updates and resources.Latest updates and resources.Virtual learning resourcesSeveral virtual and digital learning initiatives are taking place to help us support student-centered learning in Rhode Island.NBC LearnInspire and engage students with NBC Learn’s online video library. Over 24,000 current events, archival, and teaching videos help bridge the gap between the classroom and the real world – no matter the subject. NBC Learn is now available free to all RI educators, students, and parents. To learn more about the videos on NBC Learn, watch our 3-minute introduction puter Science for Rhode IslandAmong the most comprehensive statewide computer science (CS) initiatives in the country. CS4RI takes a coalition approach by combining national leadership with homegrown talent to reduce barriers to providing quality computer science education and professional development, and will bring CS learning opportunities to all Rhode Island schools in the years ahead.Coronavirus Info for FamiliesThe Rhode Island Departments of Education and Health have gathered information from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to help inform Rhode Island families how to best prevent and control the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).Covid-19 Technology for ResourcesWhile the shift to distance learning can be exciting for students, families, and teachers, we know it can also create strain for those who lack reliable and affordable in-home internet. The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) has worked with internet providers and cell phone carriers to help ensure all families in the state can connect to the Internet at home.COVID-19 Internet Connectivity Guide for FamiliesThis guide offers information about what each Internet Service Provider (ISPs) and mobile carrier that services Rhode Island is doing to assist consumers in accessing the internet. It will be updated as new offers and information are made available. RI PBSLearningMediaProvides thousands of free PBS-based PreK-12 media resources for educators, students, and familiesRI Hospitality Association: HYPERLINK ""Guidelines for take-out and deliveryGuidelines for personal hygiene, delivery and takeout.Recent UpdatesInformation and resources for the hospitality industry including action alerts, rules, guidelines, and issues.Guide to unemployment benefits for hospitality employeesUpdates to restaurant closure rulesRhode Island Alliance for Business ResilienceResource listThis is a list of up-to-date resource documents for businesses provided by the CDC, US Chamber of Commerce and other official sources on the COVID-19 virus. Click on document title to link or downloadRI Society of CPAs HYPERLINK "" Resource listConavirus business planningPrevent Overdose RICoronavirus Business Planning Based on FEMA guidance and best practices* (Customized for COVID-19)EPAResource listThis is an emerging, rapidly evolving situation and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will provide updated information as it becomes available, in addition to updated guidance. This website provides key EPA resources on the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).Disinfectants listWhen purchasing a product, check if its EPA registration number is included on this list. If it is, you have a match and the product can be used against SARS-CoV-2. You can find this number on the product label – just look for the EPA Reg. No. These products may be marketed and sold under different brand names, but if they have the same EPA registration number, they are the same product.OshaGuidance for Preparing WorkplacesContains recommendations as well as descriptions of mandatory safety and health standards. The recommendations are advisory in nature, informational in content, and are intended to assist employers in providing a safe and healthful workplace.John HopkinsGlobal casesGIS mapping of global cases by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University.Homes RIFact Sheet-Evictions for RentersFAQ regarding evictions for rentersDuffy & SweeneyAn Employer’s Guide to the Families First Coronavirus Response ActInformation about the Families First Coronavirus Response ernor’s Commission on Disabilities HYPERLINK "" \o "RIGCD COVID-19 Guide (dark background PDF) link" RIGCD COVID-19 Guide (dark background) 3.4 MB RIGCD COVID-19 Guide (light background) 6.6 kb RIGCD COVID-19 Guide (text only PDF) 4.3 MB RIGCD COVID-19 GUIDE (Spanish, text only PDF) 6.2 kb RIGCD COVID-19 GUIDE (Spanish light background) 1.6 MB Resources and info important to those with disabilities.World Health Organization HYPERLINK "" Get your Workplace readyInformation about getting your workplace ready to deal with Covid-19.Centers for Disease Control and PreventionHYPERLINK ""Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019 This interim guidance is based on what is currently known?about the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). COVID-19 is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The outbreak first started in China, but the virus continues to spread internationally and in?the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will update this interim guidance as additional information becomes munity organizationsResources for community and faith-based munity EventsInformation for mass gatherings and large community events.Businesses TravelersFAQs and info for international and other rmation and resourcesResources and info for various segments of the publicIf sick or caring for someoneInformation for those sick or caring for someone.Cases in the USOn Saturday and Sunday, the numbers in?COVID-19: U.S. at a Glance?and the figure describing the?cumulative total number of COVID-19 cases?in the United States will be updated. These numbers are preliminary and have not been confirmed by state and territorial health departments. CDC will update weekend numbers the following Monday to reflect health department updates.Healthcare professionalsInformation for healthcare providers including guidance, resources, and other info.Healthcare facilitiesResources for clinics and healthcare facilities.LaboratoriesInformation for laboratories including guidance and resources.Health departmentsThis page includes information and resources about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) for state, local, territorial and tribal health departments.Guidance documentsGuidance documents dealing with several topics.Schools and child careGuidance for Schools and Child Care ProgramsBefore and During an OutbreakGuidance for retirement communities and independent livingGuidance for Retirement Communities and Independent LivingPlan, prepare, and respond to coronavirus disease 2019Businesses and employersResources for businesses and employersFirst responders and law enforcementGuidance and info for EMS and law enforcement personnel.Latest updatesKeep up with CDC updates on Coronavirus Disease 2019 HYPERLINK "" Rhode Island RespondsRegisters and credentials healthcare and community volunteers in advance of a public health emergency or disaster response. You, as a volunteer, get to choose your level of commitment. RIDMAT/MRC offers registered volunteers training opportunities including field hospital operations whereas SERV-RI volunteers pre-register with the RI Responds and will be notified only in the instance of a public health emergency or disaster.Destination Development AssociationDealing with the Coronavirus (for downtowns and tourism businesses)US TreasuryPaycheck protection infoUS Senate Committee on Small BusinessThe Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES ActUS Department of LaborFamilies First Coronavirus Response Act: Questions and Answers HYPERLINK "" Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employer Paid Leave RequirementsThe Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19.[1] The Department of Labor’s (Department) Wage and Hour Division (WHD) administers and enforces the new law’s paid leave requirements. These provisions will apply from the effective date through December 31, 2020.Newport Restaurant GroupGift Cards ProgramWe are fortunate to be able to create memorable experiences for you, through thoughtfully crafted meals. But there are many in our community where food and nutritional insecurity is an everyday struggle. Born from our employee-owner’s desire to support the greater good, the Newport Restaurant Group proudly donates $1 for every gift card order sold to local food banks and area non-profits committed to building a sustainable and local food supply for those in need.World O Meters InfoDaily data on virus outbreaks and statisticsRhode Island State Park50 nature based activities for Rhode IslandersMassachusetts Institute of Technology MedicalSocial Distancing, Self-monitoring, and Self-quarantine: A How-to GuideQuestions and advice on social distancing, self-monitoring and self ernor’s officeExecutive ordersPress conferencesSkillsRIRecruiting for CVS HealthUS Chamber of Commerce HYPERLINK "" General resourcesThe coronavirus is causing financial difficulties for businesses across the U.S. Here are five resources that can help you navigate this difficult situation.Response ToolkitThe U.S. Chamber has compiled CDC’s coronavirus recommendations?for?businesses and workers across the country. We continue to encourage American businesses to follow data-based guidance from the CDC and state and local officials. Additionally, we have compiled a?Coronavirus Emergency?Loans Small Business Guide and Checklist?to help small business owners receive aid and help keep workers employed throughout the coronavirus pandemicFlyer for businessesIf you’re worried about the coronavirus (COVID-19), please be reassured that we are following the health and safety guidance as prescribed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as well as the local public health department.GrantspaceWhere can I find emergency financial resources to help with COVID-19 hardships?RI Hospitality AssociationComplimentary 90 day membership.Main Street USA HYPERLINK "" \l "FederalandNationalResources" Federal and national resourcesMain Street resources and toolsResources and toolsWebinarsTip sheets HYPERLINK "" \l "PeerExchange" Peer ExchangeI care if you listenArtist resourcesZero to ThreeTips for familiesAppleVirus screening toolVenture Café/District HallVirtual Portal – Online business assistanceRI State Council on the artsArts Resouce ListingAmerican Alliance of Museums HYPERLINK "" COVID 19 resources and infoAmericans for the Arts HYPERLINK "" COVID-19 response centerNational Restaurant Association Creator and Activist Pandemic ReliefVolunteers are currently collecting information for this fund aimed at giving aid to disabled creators and artists who've lost income due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Foundation of Contemporary Arts Artist Relief FundThis fund is open to U.S.-based artists who've fallen on hard times because of the coronavirus outbreak. If you've had a performance or show canceled because of COVID-19, apply.Sweet Relief Musicians FundIf you're a musician or music industry worker who lost 50% of your income, you're eligible to apply to this fund.Musicians Foundation FundUnited States-based musicians who've been active for the past five years are eligible to apply for a microgrant. Keep in mind, this fund also asks for paperwork proving that most of your income has come from your work as a musician. We're also not sure how they define a "professional musician" but there is an email on the page where you can inquire for more information.Craft Emergency Relief FundAre you a United States-based craft artist looking for emergency funds? You must have been involved in craft-making (there's a definition of "craft making" on the site) for at least three years before your emergency and you must be making a majority of your income from your art. Visit the site to learn more about eligibility to apply to this fund.PEN American Writer's Emergency Fund?This fund is for professional (published or produced) writers and editors who are in acute financial crisis. PEN America writes on their site that they'll be updating with more critical information on March 25.Food and Other Donation Programs (Support food providers and others)Meals on WheelsRI Community Food BankUnited Way of Rhode Island401 GivesRhode Island FoundationCOVID-19 Response FundFarm Fresh RI Market MobileMeans Database for Restaurant DonationsDepartment of Health: Medical supply donationsCity of Pawtucket: VolunteersLifespan: Medical suppliesBlackstone Valley Tourism Council: GoFundMe ProgramKabbageOnline hub to help boost sales for U.S small businesses impacted by COVID-19, including a system through which businesses can sell gift cards to consumers for use at a later date.James Beard Food and beverage industry relief Provide childcare for families of frontline workersFamily services of RIBe Safe Kits,” to help needy Rhode Islanders prevent the spread of COVID-19.Goldman SachsFunding infoJewish Federations of North AmericaSBA Loan InfoFunding ComparisonsGeorge Wiley Center Website | FacebookCOVID-19 housing resourcesRhode Island MonthlyFree business listingsAction NetworkRescue & Revovery Rhode IslandRhode Island DeliversDelivery options for food and other things throughout the stateWelcome to RI Delivers, Rhode Islanders’ connection to help for those living in quarantine or isolation due to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Our goal is to ensure that for this temporary quarantine period, you have what you need to safely remain home and monitor your symptoms. By doing so, you will help slow the spread of COVID-19. If you are under quarantine, you should not leave your home for any reason. Below you will find links to programs and delivery services available to you. If you have a question or need further guidance, call 2-1-1 or the Point at 401.462.4444. Multilingual representatives are available.Capital Good FundCrisis Relief LoansWe are facing unprecedented times, with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) grinding life, and the economy, to a halt. In response,Good Fund has developed the Crisis Relief Loan to help those financially impacted by Covid-19. This loan ranges from $300-$1500, and has a fifteen-month term with a special 90-day deferment payment period and 5% APR; there is also expedited loan application review. The Crisis Relief loan can be used for (but is not limited to) paying utilities, covering medical bills, paying rent, and purchasing groceries, and will be available to residents of RI, FL, MA, DE and IL.Economic Injury Disaster LoansThe Small Business Administration's (SBA) disaster loans are the primary form of Federal assistance for the repair and rebuilding of non-farm, private sector disaster losses. The disaster loan program is the only form of SBA assistance not limited to small businesses.The Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (EIDL) can provide up to $2 million of financial assistance (actual loan amounts are based on amount of economic injury) to small businesses or private, non-profit organizations that suffer substantial economic injury as a result of the declared disaster, regardless of whether the applicant sustained physical damage.SurveysUnited Way: Volunteer survey for those interested in helping nonprofits meet basic needsRhode Island Foundation: Survey to understand the impacts of COVID-19 on RI nonprofitsTake-Out/Delivery Restaurant ListingsEat, Drink, RIRhode Island Monthly Cumulus Media Project Takeout Blackstone Valley Tourism CouncilCentral FallsPawtucket Website GoProvidence Discover Newport South Country RI East Greenwich WarwickProvidence MonthlyHotlinesRI Coronavirus Hotline: (401) 222-8022Work-Related Questions: (401) 462-2020BHLink: Mental Health Assistance: (401) 414-5465 Department of Health: 401-222-8022 or RIDOH.COVID19Questions@health.Central Falls Hotline: 401-727-7474Pawtucket Hotline: 728-0500 ext. 451 or mailto:businessassistance@United Way: Food and other assistance: 211Victims of Crime Helpline: 1.800.494.8100RI Coalition for the Homeless Hotline: (401) 277-4316Department of Labor & Training: 401-462-2020 or dlt.covid19@dlt.Rhode Island Commerce Small Business Hotline: 401-521-HELP or info@SBA Customer Service Center: 800-659-2955 or disastercustomerservice@ Loan App: HYPERLINK "" RI: 1-855-840-4774Department of Human Services: 1-855-MY-RIDHS (1-855-697-4347)RI Small Business Development Center: 401-874-7232Duffy and Sweeney Here2Help: 401-457-1826 or here2help@ Official ActionsGovernor’s Office: Coronavirus related executive orders. View ordersCentral Falls Executive Orders: HYPERLINK "" View ordersCity of Pawtucket: ActionsRISCPA: National and RI actions and executive orders: RI Department of Business Regulations: Guidelines for grocers and retailEssential businessesWorksheet for tracking occupancy | SpanishRI Department of HealthNew York Travel Screening FormDepartment of Labor & Training: Waive…The seven-day minimum amount of time that claimants must be out of work to qualify for TDI/TCI benefitsThe required medical certification, and instead will allow them to temporary qualify via self-attestation that they were under quarantine due to COVID-1The seven-day waiting period for UI claims related to COVID-1Self employed unemplayment insurance BillNY Times FAQ CNN FAQ Politico US News NRI Chamber Tax FoundationImpact on nonprofitsImpact on those with disabilitiesImpact on small businesses, self-employed and gig workers Supreme Court: all non-emergency judicial matters are postponed until after April 17, 2020. Emergency matters, such as restraining orders, arraignments, emergency family law orders, and other matters can still be heard to protect the public Executive orderPUC: Utilities discontinue service terminations and other collection activities until April 15, 2020, for residential customers and to March 31, 2020, for other classes. Internet access:RI Division of Taxation HYPERLINK "" Division sets July 15 due date for individuals, certain entities HYPERLINK "" RI Division of Taxation HYPERLINK "" RI Department of Human Services HYPERLINK "" RIPTA HYPERLINK "" Rhode Island FoundationUnited WayRhode Island Community FoodbankNCSL – State ActionsCARES Act OutlinedThe CARES Act was passed to help businesses survive the outbreak. Below are several ways to learn more about the programs. Please reach out to SBA consultants, your accountant, financial advisors, and other professionals for more information. Please know, DESIGNxRI is here to support you as much as we can during this time.Here is a CARES Act Guide to Small Businesses released by the U.S. Senate. Please note: It is updated regularly! So you might refresh this guide every couple of days. Inside the CARES Act are a number of items that may be of interest to you, including:The Paycheck Protection Plan (SBA 7(a)) (PPP) is a forgivable loan designed to help you keep your employees. To access this opportunity, you must apply through an SBA lender - which is likely your bank. You do not apply to this loan directly through the SBA. Applications for this program will be available April 3. Prepare your paperwork now! The Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) allows for emergency funds to businesses. The application is fast and puts you in a queue to receive $10,000 within 3 days while your application is reviewed. That $10,000 is forgivable even if you are ultimately denied the full loan. EIDL is applied directly through SBA’s webpage. Note: We’ve understood a benefit to EIDL is payroll tax deferment through 2020. Helpful links to decipher the CARES Act:Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses - clearly outlines the Paycheck Protection Plan The Jewish Federations of North America - clearly compares the PPP and EIDL. Also visit their main page dedicated to all CARES Act info. American Institute of Architects (AIA) has also put together a few great summaries on the impact of the CARES act and other relief packages since the outbreak. New England Foundation for the Arts Info Island Department of Labor and Training - Opportunities Along with the opportunities below, be sure to take a look at the DLT’s factsheet summarizing a bunch of resources.** NOTE for 1099 / Freelance / Independent Designers: The RI DLT has a message on their home page that states information will be forthcoming on assistance for individuals who are “ineligible for regular unemployment benefits”. They include a sign up form to receive information once it’s released. Check it out.WorkShareIf you are a non-seasonal employer, who is looking to cut down on labor hours, but does not want to lose quality talent, consider worksharing. Worksharing allows you to reduce labor hours while maintaining all employees. Affected employees can reduce the financial impact and receive a portion of their unemployment insurance. Visit the DLT’s webpage for more information including an application and a payment chart to quickly assess how many hours you can operate. RI Tax CreditsRhode Island offers several tax credits to help businesses invest, grow, offer apprenticeships, and hire new employees. Consider taking advantage of these tax credits now and in the period following the COVID-19 outbreak. Specifics of these tax credits include A 50% credit on apprentices and interns A 40% credit new employees for the first year of their hire 50% credits on various forms of production A $2,400 tax credit on wages of specific target groups (Veterans, food stamp recipients, etc.) For the Individual Employee:Unemployment insuranceIf your business closes, you are told by your employer to stay home, or have to stay out of work to care for children not longer going to school because of COVID-19, you may be eligible for unemployment insurance The DLT will waive the seven day wait for COVID-19 related claims The DLT provides a list of unemployment rights and responsibilities For further information on unemployment information visit the DLT’s webpage on the subject If you are a jobseeker (unemployed or otherwise) consider using Rhode Island’s job hunting resources. Disaster unemployment assistanceDisaster unemployment assistance is available to those who have lost their employment due to a presidentially declared disaster and who do not otherwise qualify for unemployment. If this sounds like you, visit ’s webpage or the US Labor Department’s webpage on the subject Contact your state of citizenship’s unemployment insurance even if you are stuck in another state due to COVID-19.Temporary disability insuranceIf you are unable to work because of COVID-19, but your business remains open, you may qualify for temporary disability insurance The DLT will waive the seven day wait period for COVID-19 cases Visit the DLT’s webpage on the subject for more infoRI COVID-19 Response Fund Grant;? Spanish applicationCharterCARE COVID-19 Response GrantsHaymarket People’s Fund Urgent Response Grants for social justice organizationsNellie Mae Education Foundation Rapid Response fund for Asian-American and Pacific Islander Communities in New England: Racism is a Virus TooBoston Music Maker Relief FundNew England Grassroots Environmental Fund COVID-19 Response FundCERF+ The Artists Safety NetGates Foundation Therapeutics Accelerator FundHorizons Foundation LGBTQ COVID-19 Response Emergency FundHispanics in Philanthropy COVID-19 Rapid Response Migration Fund and Civic Participation Fund (Hispanics in Philanthropy)Hispanics in Philanthropy and Justice for Migrant Women: Farmerworkers’ COVID-19 Pandemic Relief FundMusicians Foundation CV19 Support FundNational Domestic Workers Alliance Coronavirus Cares Fund?National Education Association Foundation, Grantmakers for Education COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund to Support School CommunitiesCDCHealthcare Infection Prevention and Control FAQs for COVID-19Healthcare personnel who may care for patients who are confirmed with or under investigation for COVID-19.Public Service Announcements (PSAs)Public service announcements for travelers.Resources to support people experiencing homelessnessResources and information for the homeless and homeless shelters.Disinfecting Your Facility if Someone is Sick Everyday Steps, Steps When Someone is Sick, and Considerations for EmployersFAQs for Event Organizers & Individuals FAQs for AdministratorsInterim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Patients with Suspected or Confirmed Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Healthcare Settings Limit germ expansion, isolate symptomatic patients, protect healthcare personnel.Cases in U.S. On Saturday and Sunday, the numbers in COVID-19: U.S. at a Glance and the figure describing the cumulative total number of COVID-19 cases in the United States will be updated. These numbers are preliminary and have not been confirmed by state and territorial health departments. CDC will update weekend numbers the following Monday to reflect health department updates.Testing in the U.S. Testing data with maps.Schools & Childcare: Guidance for School Settings Guidance for schools and programs including closure decision tree.Preparing for COVID-19: Long-term Care Facilities, Nursing Homes A new respiratory disease – coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) – is spreading globally and there have been instances of COVID-19 community spread in the United States. The general strategies CDC recommends to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in LTCF are the same strategies these facilities use every day to detect and prevent the spread of other respiratory viruses like influenza.Print ResourcesList and description of print resources. Travelers from Countries with Widespread Sustained (Ongoing) Transmission Arriving in the United States Guidance for those returning from international travel.Resources for Large Community Events & Mass Gatherings Guidance for before and during an outbreakEnvironmental Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations Interim Recommendations for U.S. Community Facilities with Suspected/Confirmed Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Guidance Documents List and description of guidance documents including targeted audiences.Global case numbers are reported by the World Health Organization (WHO)Global case numbers are reported by the World Health Organization (WHO) in their coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) situation reportDecontamination and Reuse of Filtering Facepiece Respirators using Contingency and Crisis Capacity Strategies Disposable filtering facepiece respirators (FFRs) are not approved for routine decontamination and reuse as standard of care. However, FFR decontamination and reuse may need to be considered as a crisis capacity strategy to ensure continued availability. Based on the limited research available, ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, vaporous hydrogen peroxide, and moist heat showed the most promise as potential methods to decontaminate FFRs. This document summarizes research about decontamination of FFRs before reuse.Public Health Recommendations for People in U.S. Communities Exposed to a Person with Known or Suspected COVID-19, other than Health Workers or other Critical Infrastructure Workers The following updates CDC guidance for definitions and management of contacts of persons with COVID-19 contained in “Public Health Recommendations after Travel from Areas with Potential Risk of Exposure to Coronavirus Disease 2019?(COVID-19).” Separate guidance is available for?travelers?and?health care workers. See also?Guidance for essential workersexternal icon.For Child Care Programs That Remain Open These additional considerations are intended to provide guidance for a range of child care programs, including:Family child care programs, also known as home-based child carePre-K (Pre-Kindergarten) programs at private and public schoolsHead Start and Early Head Start programsPrivate child care centersTemporary child care centers operated by municipalities for the children of essential service providers, such as first responders, healthcare workers, transit workers, and/or other industries where a parent cannot stay homeChild care centers that partner with healthcare facilities to support healthcare workers who need child careInterim Laboratory Biosafety Guidelines for Handling and Processing Specimens Associated with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Environmental Specimen testing guidance related to procedures that concentrate virusesPeople Who are at Higher Risk Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of PPE CDC’s optimization strategies for PPE offer options for use when PPE supplies are stressed, running low, or absent. Contingency strategies can help stretch PPE supplies when shortages are anticipated, for example if facilities have sufficient supplies now but are likely to run out soon. Crisis strategies can be considered during severe PPE shortages and should be used with the contingency options to help stretch available supplies for the most critical needs. As PPE availability returns to normal, healthcare facilities should promptly resume standard practices.Prepare to Care for COVID-19: Get Your Practice Ready America’s medical providers deliver the best care possible and are trusted sources of health information for their patients and the community. CDC is committed to arming them with the accurate and helpful information they need to treat patients with COVID-19, keep other patients and staff safe, and empower patients to protect their own health. Leveraging telemedicine whenever possible is the best way to protect patients and staff from COVID-19. However, when telemedicine is not possible, simple actions can help to reduce the risk of spread and keep people safeInformation for Laboratories This page includes interim guidance and resources for laboratory professionals working with specimens from persons under investigation (PUI) for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).Other At-Risk PopulationsInformation for other populations like pregnant people, people experiencing homelessness, and people with disabilities.Resources for State, Local, Territorial and Tribal Health Departments This page includes information and resources about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) for state, local, territorial and tribal health departments.Travelers Prohibited from Entry to the United States To slow the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) into the United States, CDC is working with public health partners to implement travel procedures announced in several Presidential proclamations on novel coronavirus.Healthcare Professionals: Frequently Asked Questions and Answers FAQ for healthcare professionalsCoronavirus and Travel in the United States Guidance for those traveling in the USPhone Advice Line Guidelines for Children (2-17 years) or Adults (≥ 18 years) with Possible COVID-19 Phone advice guideline script.Stress and CopingThe outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Coping with stress will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger. People with Asthma and COVID-19 This information is based on what we currently know about the spread and severity of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).Downloadable Videos List of downloadable videos with linksInterim Clinical Guidance for Management of Patients with Confirmed Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) This interim guidance is for clinicians caring for patients with confirmed infection with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). CDC will update this interim guidance as more information becomes available.Get Ready for COVID-19 If you are at higher risk for serious illness from COVID-19 because of your age or because you have a serious long-term health problem, it is extra important for you to take actions to reduce your risk of getting sick with the disease.Talking with children about Coronavirus Disease 2019 As public conversations around coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) increase, children may worry about themselves, their family, and friends getting ill with COVID-19. Parents, family members, school staff, and other trusted adults can play an important role in helping children make sense of what they hear in a way that is honest, accurate, and minimizes anxiety or fear. CDC has created guidance to help adults have conversations with children about COVID-19 and ways they can avoid getting and spreading the disease.COVID-19 Travel Recommendations by Country Geographic risk assessment by countryScreening clients for respiratory infection symptoms at entry to homeless shelters The following is a simple screening tool that can be used to identify people with symptoms that indicate they might have a respiratory infection. Although not every person who has respiratory infection symptoms will have coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), using this tool during community spread of COVID-19 may help separate those who are more likely to have COVID-19 from the general population at entry to a homeless shelter or other homeless service program.Interim Guidance for Outpatient Hemodialysis FacilitiesThese recommendations should be used with the CDC’s?Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Patients with Confirmed Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) or Persons Under Investigation for COVID-19 in Healthcare Settings. This information is provided to clarify COVID-19 infection prevention and control (IPC) recommendations that are specific to outpatient hemodialysis facilities. This information complements, but does not replace, the general IPC recommendations for COVID-19. Reducing Stigma It is important to remember that people – including those of Asian descent – who do not live in or have not recently been in an area of ongoing spread of the virus that causes COVID-19, or have not been in contact with a person who is a confirmed or suspected case of COVID-19 are not at greater risk of spreading COVID-19 than other Americans.Resources for Correctional and Detention Facilities Guidance Highlights for Correctional and Detention FacilitiesCDC Issues Domestic Travel Advisory for New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut CDC travel advisory media statement for New York, New Jersey and ConnecticutKeeping Workplaces, Homes, Schools, or Commercial Establishments Safe Keeping workplace, schools and commercial establishments safeCDC’s role in helping cruise ship travelers during the COVID-19 pandemic Helping returning and other cruise ship travelers with the pandemic.Disinfecting your home if someone is sick FAQs for administrators, staff, people who are incarcerated, families Guidance Highlights for Correctional and Detention FacilitiesChildren and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Tips to keep children healthy while school’s out Protecting children from getting sickClean & Disinfect For households with suspected or confirmed Covid-19Information for Healthcare Professionals Guidance and strategies for healthcare professionals.Frequently Asked Questions and Answers: Coronavirus Disease-2019 (COVID-19) FAQ’s for several aspects of the disease.Protect your home As a family, you can plan and make decisions now that will protect you and your family during a COVID-19 outbreak.Travelers Returning from Cruise Ship and River Cruise Voyages CDC recommends that all people defer travel on cruise ships, including river cruises, worldwide. That’s because the risk of COVID-19 on cruise ships is high. Older adults and people with serious chronic medical conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, or lung disease, should especially defer travel on cruise ships, including river cruises, because of their increased risk for severe disease.Respuestas a las preguntas más frecuentes Travel: Frequently Asked Questions and Answers Travel FAQsProtect Your Family Learn how you can plan, prepare, and cope with stress before and during a COVID-19 outbreak.How to Prepare You can take steps to protect yourself and others during a COVID-19 outbreak.Animals and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses. Some coronaviruses cause cold-like illnesses in people, while others cause illness in certain types of animals, such as cattle, camels, and bats. Some coronaviruses, such as canine and feline coronaviruses, only infect animals and do not infect humans.Alternative Care Sites Infection Prevention and Control Considerations for Isolation Sites and Alternate Care SitesGet Your Home Ready This interim guidance is to help household members plan for community transmission of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) encourages household members to prepare for the possibility of a COVID-19 outbreak in their community.Coronavirus Disease 2019 Information for Travel (New Travel Alerts) CDC Statement on Self-Quarantine Guidance for Greater New York City Transportation and Delivery Workers Dental Settings Interim Infection Prevention and Control Guidance for Dental Settings During the COVID-19 ResponseInformation for Pediatric Healthcare Providers Who this is for: Pediatric Healthcare ProvidersWhat this is for: To inform pediatric healthcare providers of information available on children with COVID-19.Situation Summary This is a rapidly evolving situation and CDC will provide updated information and guidance as it becomes available.Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers Plan, Prepare and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019Interim Guidelines for Collecting, Handling, and Testing Clinical Specimens from Persons for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Guidelines for clinical specimensResources for Hospitals and Healthcare Professionals Preparing for Patients with Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19 To aid healthcare professionals and hospitals, CDC has developed two checklists that identify key actions that can be taken now to enhance preparedness for potential or confirmed patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Burn Rate Calculator The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Burn Rate Calculator excel icon[XLS – 39 KB] is a spreadsheet-based model that provides information for healthcare facilities to plan and optimize the use of PPE for response to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Similarly, non-healthcare facilities (e.g., correctional facilities) may find this tool useful for planning and optimizing PPE use as part of the response to COVID-19. This tool can also be used for planning PPE use outside the context of COVID-19, where PPE shortages may also occur due to supply chain issues related to the COVID-19 response (e.g. manufacturing facilities).Interim Guidance for Collection and Submission of Postmortem Specimens from Deceased Persons Under Investigation (PUI) for COVID-19 Interim guidance for homeless service providers to plan and respond to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) Persons experiencing homelessness may be at risk for infection during an outbreak of COVID-19. This interim guidance is intended to support response planning by homeless service providers, including overnight emergency shelters, day shelters, and meal service providers.What To Do if You Are Sick If you are sick with COVID-19 or think you might have COVID-19, follow the steps below to care for yourself and to help protect other people in your home and community.Screening and Triage at Intake To limit the spread of COVID-19, it is important to promptly identify, separate, and put facemasks on those patients who are ill. Screening patients before they enter the facility:Reduces exposures for other patients and healthcare personnelHelps prevent the spread of disease within the facilityHelps ensure personal protective equipment (PPE) is used effectivelyCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) Checklist: Older Persons If you are an older adult or someone who has severe chronic medical conditions such as heart or lung disease, or diabetes, you are at higher risk for more serious COVID-19 illness. It is very important for you to take steps to stay healthy.Resources for Healthcare Facilities Healthcare facilities and clinicians should prioritize urgent and emergency visits and procedures now and for the coming several weeks. The following actions can preserve staff, personal protective equipment, and patient care supplies; ensure staff and patient safety; and expand available hospital capacity during the COVID-19 pandemic:Guía para las instituciones de educación superior Evaluating and Reporting Persons Under Investigation (PUI) The CDC clinical criteria for considering testing for COVID-19 have been developed based on what is known about COVID-19 and are subject to change as additional information becomes available.Publications Community Mitigation Guidance for COVID-19 Response in the United States: Nonpharmaceutical Interventions for Community Preparedness and Outbreak Response Schools, Workplaces & Community Locations How to prepare and take action for COVID-19Interim Guidance on Management of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Correctional and Detention Facilities This document is intended to provide guiding principles for healthcare and non-healthcare administrators of correctional and detention facilities (including but not limited to federal and state prisons, local jails, and detention centers), law enforcement agencies that have custodial authority for detained populations (i.e., US Immigration and Customs Enforcement and US Marshals Service), and their respective health departments, to assist in preparing for potential introduction, spread, and mitigation of COVID-19 in their facilities. In general, the document uses terminology referring to correctional environments but can also be applied to civil and pre-trial detention Get Your Community- and Faith-Based Organizations Ready for Coronavirus Disease 2019 Community- and faith-based organizations (CFBOs), working together with schools, businesses, healthcare systems, and state, local, tribal, and territorial health departments, have an important role in slowing the spread of diseases, especially among high risk rmation for Clinicians on Therapeutic Options for COVID-19 Patients Information for Health Departments on Reporting Cases of COVID-19 People Experiencing Unsheltered Homelessness Interim Guidance Information for Healthcare Professionals: COVID-19 and Underlying Conditions Interim Guidance for Responding to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) among People Experiencing Unsheltered Homelessness Travelers Returning from Cruise Ship and River Cruise Voyages Symptoms Older Adults Resources for Community- and Faith-Based Leaders Resources for Institutes of Higher Education Resources for Businesses and Employers Blood and Plasma Collection What You Can Do Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in Retirement Communities and Independent Living Facilities (Interim Guidance) A retirement community or independent living facility is a residential or housing community that is usually age-restricted (e.g., aged 55 and older) with residents who are partially or fully retired and can generally care for themselves without regular nursing or other routine medical assistance. ??Communal facilities, community activities, meals, transportation, and socialization opportunities may be provided. ?Different types of independent housing with support services for older adults include:Symptoms Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases.Testing for COVID-19 There are laboratory tests that can identify the virus that causes COVID-19 in respiratory specimens. State and local public health departments have received tests from CDC while medical providers are getting tests developed by commercial manufacturers.Retirement Communities and Independent Living Plan, prepare, and respond to coronavirus disease 2019CDC in Action: Preparing Communities for Potential Spread of COVID-19 Describes how CDC is aggressively responding to the global outbreak of COVID-19 and community spread in the United States.Frequently Asked Questions about Laboratory Biosafety and SARS-CoV-2 FAQs for labs performing risk assessments and other tasks.Steps Healthcare Facilities Can Take Recommended steps for various operations.How to Protect Yourself Older adults and people who have severe underlying medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness.Retirement Communities and Independent Living Facilities FAQ for administrators.People Who Need to Take Extra Precautions Identifies people at higher risk for severe illness, and steps to prevent being sickInterim Guidance for Implementing Home Care of People Not Requiring Hospitalization for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) This interim guidance is for staff at local and state health departments, infection prevention and control professionals, and healthcare personnel who are coordinating the home care and isolation1 of people with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 infection, including persons under investigation (see Criteria to Guide Evaluation of Persons Under Investigation (PUI) for COVID-19). This includes patients evaluated in an outpatient setting who do not require hospitalization (i.e., patients who are medically stable and can receive care at home) or patients who are discharged home following a hospitalization with confirmed COVID-19 infection.CDC in ActionHow CDC is responding to the outbreak Caring for someone at home Most people who get sick with COVID-19 will have only mild illness and should recover at home.* Care at home can help stop the spread of COVID-19 and help protect people who are at risk for getting seriously ill from COVID-munication ResourcesCDC offers free resources including video, fact sheets, and posters. Below are links to current communication tools and resources available for use and distribution.Interim Guidance for Administrators of US K-12 Schools and Childcare Programs Guidance for schools and childcare.K-12 Schools and Childcare Programs FAQs for administrators, teachers and parents.COVID-19 in a Long-Term Care Facility — King County, Washington, February 27–March 9, 2020 correctedSevere Outcomes Among Patients with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) — United States, February 12–March 16, 2020 correctedCOVID-19: What people with HIV should know Although the risk of serious illness from COVID-19 for people with HIV is not known, people with HIV may have concerns and questions related to their risk.Caring for Yourself at Home 10 things you can do to manage your health at homeInterim Guidance for Administrators of US Institutions of Higher Education Institutes of Higher Education FAQs for administrators.FAQs about Hand Hygiene for Healthcare Personnel FAQs about hand hygiene including recommended methos, ingredients.Strategies for Optimizing Supply of N95 Respirators Conventional capacity, contingency capacity and crisis alternateStrategies for Optimizing the Supply of Facemasks This document offers a series of strategies or options to optimize supplies of facemasks in healthcare settings when there is limited supply. It does not address other aspects of pandemic planning; for those, healthcare facilities can refer to COVID-19 preparedness plans.Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of Eye Protection This document offers a series of strategies or options to optimize supplies of eye protection in healthcare settings when there is limited supply. It does not address other aspects of pandemic planning; for those, healthcare facilities can refer to COVID-19 preparedness plans.Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of Isolation Gowns This document offers a series of strategies or options to optimize supplies of eye protection in healthcare settings when there is limited supply. It does not address other aspects of pandemic planning; for those, healthcare facilities can refer to COVID-19 preparedness plans.Initial Investigation of Transmission of COVID-19 Among Crew Members During Quarantine of a Cruise Ship — Yokohama, Japan, February 2020 Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of N95 Respirators: Crisis/Alternate Strategies These crisis capacity or alternate strategies accompany and build on the conventional and contingency capacity strategiesSanta Clara County, California Community Mitigation How Coronavirus Spreads Describes various methods covid-19 spreadsCases & Latest Updates Healthcare Supply of Personal Protective Equipment FAQ, checklist for healthcare facilities, optimizing supply and more.Frequently Asked Questions and Answers: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and Pregnancy Describes risk to and protection for pregnant womenDiscontinuation of Home Isolation for Persons with COVID-19 (Interim Guidance) Healthcare providers and public health officials managing persons with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) under home isolationDiscontinuation of In-Home Isolation for Immunocompromised Persons with COVID-19 (Interim Guidance) Criteria for Return to Work for Healthcare Personnel with Confirmed or Suspected (COVID-19) Healthcare providers and public health officials managing persons with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) under home isolationInformation for Healthcare Providers: COVID-19 and Pregnant WomenFAQ for pregnant women Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of N95 Respirators: Contingency Capacity Strategies Contingency capacity strategies and administrative controlsInterim Guidance for Public Health Professionals Managing People With COVID-19 in Home Care and Isolation Who Have Pets or Other Animals This interim guidance is for public health professionals managing the home care and isolation of people with COVID-19 who have pets or other animals (including service or working animals) in the same home. The intent of this guidance is to facilitate preparedness and establish practices that can help people and animals stay safe and healthy. At this time, there is no evidence that companion animals, including pets, can spread COVID-19.Criteria for Return to Work for Healthcare Personnel with Confirmed or Suspected COVID-19 (Interim Guidance) Who this is for: Occupational health programs and public health officials making decisions about return to work for healthcare personnel (HCP) with confirmed COVID-19, or who have suspected COVID-19 (e.g., developed symptoms of a respiratory infection [e.g., cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, fever] but did not get tested for COVID-19).Stop the Spread of Rumors Know the facts about the disease.Discontinuation of In-Home Isolation for Immunocompromised Persons with COVID-19 (Interim Guidance) Who this is for: Healthcare providers and public health officials managing immunocompromised persons with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) under home isolation.Caring for Someone Who Is Sick Limit germ entry into facility, isolate symptomatic patients ASAP, protect healthcare personnel.CDC Statement for Healthcare Personnel on Hand Hygiene during the Response to the International Emergence of COVID-19 CDC recommendations reflect the important role of hand hygiene for preventing the transmission of pathogens in healthcare settings for a wide range of pathogensHealthcare Supply of Personal Protective Equipment Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Surveillance and Containment Measures for the First 100 Patients with COVID-19 in Singapore — January 2–February 29, 2020 CDC has issued guidance recommending the use of PPE for healthcare personnel caring for patients with confirmed or possible SARS-CoV-2 infection. Employers and healthcare personnel are reminded that PPE is only one aspect of safe care of patients with COVID-19.Symptoms & Testing If You Are Sick What to do if infected or exposed.Get Your Clinic Ready for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Situation Summary Steps you take to prepare your clinic for flu also can help protect your patients and healthcare workers from COVID-19.Videos Recommended Precautions for Preventing Spread of COVID-19 in Election Polling Locations This guidance provides recommendations on the routine cleaning and disinfection of polling location areas and associated voting equipment (e.g., pens, voting machines, computers). It suggests actions that polling station workers can take to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19 by limiting the survival of the virus in the environment. This guidance will be updated if additional information becomes available.Water Transmission and COVID-19 Drinking Water, Recreational Water and Wastewater: What You Need to KnowFrequently Asked Questions on COVID-19 Testing at Laboratories Interim Guidance for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Systems and 911 Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) for COVID-19 in the United States Guidance for Institutions of Higher Education with Students Participating in International Travel or Study Abroad Programs Updated Guidance on Evaluating and Testing Persons for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) This guidance applies to all first responders, including law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical services, and emergency management officials, who anticipate close contact with persons with confirmed or possible COVID-19 in the course of their work.COVID-19 and Cruise Ship Travel Levels of guidance.What Law Enforcement Personnel Need to Know about Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Caring for yourself at home Graphics and Images Checklist for Community and Faith Leaders Community- and faith-based organizations are encouraged to prepare for the possibility of a coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak in their communities. Use this checklist to protect the health of those you serve and staff in your care.Preventing the Spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 in Homes and Residential Communities Recommended precautions for household members, intimate partners, and caregivers in a nonhealthcare setting1 ofInstitutes of Higher Education Guidance for higher ed.Checklist for Healthcare Facilities: Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of N95 Respirators during the COVID-19 Response This summary list is intended to help healthcare facilities optimize supplies of disposable N95 filtering facepiece respirators when there is limited supply during the COVID-19 pandemic. The strategies are categorized in a continuum of care and further organized according to the hierarchy of controls, as defined below.Active Monitoring of Persons Exposed to Patients with Confirmed COVID-19 — United States, January–February 2020 Morbidity and mortality weekly report.Interim Guidance: Public Health Communicators Get Your Community Ready for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of N95 Respirators: Conventional Capacity Strategies This interim guidance is intended for state and local public health information officers, health communication specialists, health educators, and other public health professionals responsible for planning communication strategies before, during, and after an outbreak of corognavirus disease (COVID-19).Interim Guidance for Healthcare Facilities This interim guidance outlines goals and strategies for all U.S. healthcare facilities to prepare for and respond to community spread of coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19).Interim Considerations for Infection Prevention and Control of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Inpatient Obstetric Healthcare Settings MMWR: Public Health Response to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Outbreak— United States This information is intended to aid hospitals and clinicians in applying broader CDC interim guidance on infection control (Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Patients with Confirmed Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) or Persons Under Investigation for COVID-19 in Healthcare Settings).Interim Guidance for Public Health Personnel Evaluating Persons Under Investigation (PUIs) and Asymptomatic Close Contacts of Confirmed Cases at Their Home or Non-Home Residential Settings Evaluating PUIs residentialAssessing & Managing Risk Based on Different Exposures to COVID-19 Guidance for risk assessment and public health professionals.Healthcare Professional Preparedness Checklist For Transport and Arrival of Patients With Confirmed or Possible COVI The following checklist highlights key steps for healthcare personnel in preparation for transport and arrival of patients with confirmed or possible COVID-19.Interim Guidance for Ships on Managing Suspected Coronavirus Disease 2019 The following checklist highlights key steps for healthcare personnel in preparation for transport and arrival of patients with confirmed or possible COVID-19.COVID-19 Buttons and Badges Laboratory Work CDC Grows SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, in Cell Culture COVID-19: What the Public Should Do Recommendatioins for the publicAssistance to businesses and organizationsNeed help setting up work-from-home technology? Get free expert advice. RI Commerce is providing 45-minute tech support sessions for small businesses and sole proprietors via zoom or conference call.?? Legal helpProvidence-based Howell Legal is reaching out to local entrepreneurs to offer legal expertise and connections to resources. If you contact them, mention SEG!? Disaster Loan AssistanceRhode Island Small Business Development Center: El SBDC de Rhode Island ha creado un grupo de Facebook para empresarios latinos que incluye información y recursos sobre COVID-19 para propietarios de peque?as empresas.? Grants for nonprofits? Rapid Response grantsThe New England Grassroots Environment Fund is making their Rapid Response Seed Grant program available to grassroots groups responding to local needs and building resilience in their community in response to the COVID19 pandemic.? Rhode Island Food Policy Council resourcesIn response to the spread of COVID-19, the Rhode Island Food Policy Council is aggregating extensive information on available food access and food business resources and opportunities. It covers food access, the food business sector, resources for consumers, info for agriculture and fisheries operations, and general food systems resources.? Food and beverage relief fundJames Beard Foundation started a Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund to provide micro-grants to independent food and beverage small businesses in need.? Facebook Small Business grantsThe Facebook Small Business Grant Program is offering $100M in cash grants and ad credits for up to 30,000 eligible small businesses in over 30 countries where they operate.? RI Superior Court Business Recovery PlanPresiding Justice Alice B. Gibney has announced the start of a business protection program, the Business Recovery Plan, in response to disruptions caused by COVID-19. The court will provide supervised protections for Rhode Island businesses so they can remain operational, access new working capital, and pay debts. Learn more here.? Pawtucket emergency small-business loan programThe Pawtucket Business Development Corp. has created a new emergency loan program for small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It is open to Pawtucket-based businesses with 25 or fewer employees that can demonstrate a loss due to COVID-19. The loan may be used to pay for day-to-day operations, including payroll and rent. The emergency loans can be up to $10,000 each and carry a 2% interest rate. Monthly payments will be deferred for one year and the recipient will have two years to repay the loan once repayment begins.? Verizon Small Business Recovery FundThe Verizon Small Business Recovery Fund is offering grants to help small businesses fill urgent financial gaps until they can resume normal operations or until other more permanent financing becomes available. Application deadline for the 1st round of grants is April 4, 11:59 ET. Deadline for 2nd round of grants is April 17.? Eastern Bank Small Business Impact Loan FundPart of Eastern Bank’s response to COVID-19 is a Small Business Impact Loan Fund that will provide $5 million in lending to small businesses who are existing customers in need of working capital to help fund their operations. Terms are flexible, and customers can borrow up to $25,000. Learn more here.? Grants for minority and women owned businessesDesigner of Pyer Moss, Kerby Jean-Reymond, has set aside $50,000 for “minority and women-owned small creative businesses who are currently in distress.” Learn more here.? MainVest loans for restaurants and other brick + mortarsBeyond its normal fundraising offerings, crowdfunding platform MainVest has launched a $2,000, zero-interest, 120-day loan for restaurants or other brick and mortars affected by COVID-19. Learn more here.General information? Guide for older adultsThe Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging has published this handy resource guide for older adults.? RI DeliversA list of delivery services available to Rhode Islanders, hosted by the RI Office of Health Aging.? Applying for unemploymentOut of work in RI due to COVID-19? Here’s what you’re eligible for. A useful guide from WPRI news about applying for unemployment or temporary disability benefits. ?? Food access (English/Espa?ol)The city of Providence shared this list of organizations that are making sure all Rhode Islanders have access to the food they need while preventing the spread of COVID-19.?? Internet accessInternet connectivity: the Cox Connect2Compete program is helping families in need get connected to the internet through its Cox COVID-19 Response. Apply by May 15.? Free meals for childrenDue to the closure of schools, free “Grab and Go” meals are available for children throughout Rhode Island. The RI Department of Health has a list of free food sites for children.Food Access ResponseOver 54,200 residents of Rhode Island are at risk for hunger each day, and their food access challenges are only exacerbated by the COVID-19 crisis. In addition, federal government changes to eligibility requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Program (SNAP) may take effect on April 1st, possibly reducing benefits for thousands of residents and further increasing food insecurity and financial strain for low-income residents.The ‘RI Delivers’ webpage has been launched by RI DHS. It provides links to food delivery services available to RI residents: Grassroots Fund ?is shifting it’s focus to supporting mutual aid and direct action work for groups that have no formal tax status (no 501(c)3). These are groups of neighbors and community members that are acting now to respond to the immediate challenges of the outbreak. Click here for details.Aquidneck Community Table team has put together a page to highlight all of the market vendors who are doing delivery and curbside pick up: Rhode Island Community Food Bank continues to deliver food through their statewide network of member agencies. They are seeking donations to address the crisis. Find your local food pantry here.Many local food pantries are taking collections of food and other household supplies for their clients. Check the website of your local food pantry to find out what they need. A list of member agencies can be found here.RI DOH list of all food sites for schoolchildren. This site is a bit slow and clunky, but it is being updated regularly. Anyone aged 18 or under who shows up gets a free meal.? There are no ID or residency requirements, but the child must be present; schools cannot give a meal to an adult on behalf of a child.United Way 211 is providing support for RI families for assistance with basic needs, including food, childcare, and housing. Chat with them online or call 800-543-7709, or text your zipcode to 898-211 to talk.As of 3/27/20 the federal government is allowing states to give all SNAP households the maximum SNAP benefit for their household size for the months of March and April. The amount of SNAP benefits a household receives is based on a federal formula that takes into account the number of people in the household and its income and expenses. If a household’s usual benefit amount is below the maximum amount, they will receive additional benefits to bring them to the maximum amount listed for their household size. See benefits chart and guidance here.?Many food safety resources have popped up. This page has publications directed specifically at Farmers Markets, Food Service, Grocery Stores, U-Pick operations, and Food Banks. ?In response to requests from states to allow for greater social distancing to prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), Agriculture Secretary Perdue is allowing Rhode Island, among other states, to conduct telephone interviews instead of face-to face-interviews for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Quality Control (QC) purposes.?The RI Foundation and United Way have published a COVID-19 Reponse Fund Grant program. In just a week the Foundation has raised over $3.3 million in initial contributions from many generous donors. For the current list of contributors please click here. Contributions to United Way stand at $735,000. The fund total stands at just over $4 million, and will begin making grants as early as next week.?The Emergency Economic Injury Disaster Loans are now available to nonprofits, including food access nonprofits, to help overcome temporary loss in revenue caused by COVID-19. Learn more and apply here.Food Business ResponseRhode Island has worked hard to build a robust food economy, from farms and fisheries to food processors, restaurants, and farmers markets. The economic impact of the COVID-19 disease response, which includes large-scale quarantines, travel restrictions, and social-distancing measures, will drive a sharp fall in consumer and business spending. When consumers stay home, businesses lose revenue and lay off workers, and unemployment levels rise sharply. Business investment contracts, and corporate bankruptcies soar, putting significant pressure on the banking and financial system.?Join Rep. Cicilline, Sen. Whitehouse, and SBA Regional Administrator Mark Hayward to learn more and ask questions about small business resources for the coronavirus pandemic. You can click here to join LIVE TOMORROW, 4/3/20, at 10am. You can also submit a question ahead of time by clicking here right now.Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES Act including information on the Paycheck Protection Program, the Emergency Economic Injury Grant, the Small Business Debt Relief Program, and contacts for free, quality resource counselors.A List of Relief Funds for Restaurants, Bars, and Food Service WorkersFamilies First Coronavirus Response Act: Employer Paid Leave RequirementsFamilies First Coronavirus Response Act: Employee Paid Leave RightsFood Industry Recommended Protocols for When Employee/Customer Tests Positive for COVID-19 (March 24)Read here for a summary of what the Federal stimulus legislation means for restaurants.??How to Close Restaurant and Retail Businesses During Coronavirus and Plan for a Successful ReopenFor information about COVID 19 and retail store managers, visit information about COVID 19 and takeout/delivery, visit: investment of $2.5 million from Verizon is making it possible for LISC to begin offering critical relief and resiliency-building support to small businesses facing immediate financial threat because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding will go to make grants of up to $10,000, especially to entrepreneurs of color, women-owned businesses and other enterprises in historically under-served places who don’t have access to flexible, affordable capital.?This emergency fund was created for hospitality members of Providence, Rhode island who have been directly affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic.Are you a small business that has suffered substantial economic injury as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19)? If so, please join us for this free 3/26/20 webinar that will provide an overview of SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program. There is also a 3/30/20 webinar available.?Useful guide on running a small food business during COVID-19 from our neighbors at Commonwealth Kitchen in MA (mostly relevant to RI as well).?Help your favorite small RI food businesses stay afloat in this difficult time by adding them to this new statewide portal designed by Oceanside Graphics RI LLC and the Office of Rhode Island Lt. Governor Daniel McKee.?Need a disaster loan? Here’s how RI small business owners can applyOSHA guidance on preparing workplaces for COVID-19Many food safety resources have popped up. This page has publications directed specifically at Farmers Markets, Food Service, Grocery Stores, U-Pick operations, and Food Banks.?The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved the application for assistance, and will offer low-interest federal disaster loans for up to $2 million to businesses suffering economic injury as a result of COVID-19. Affected businesses should apply here: businesses, private non-profit organizations of any size, small agricultural cooperatives and small aquaculture enterprises that have been financially impacted as a direct result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) since Jan. 31, 2020, may qualify for Economic Injury Disaster Loans of up to $2 million to help meet financial obligations and operating expenses which could have been met had the disaster not occurred. These loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can’t be paid because of the disaster’s impact. Disaster loans can provide vital economic assistance to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing.Suggestions for a Business Continuity PlanReview your insurance coverage to understand scenarios where you are covered, and potential holes.? The Rhode Island SBA and SBDC can help connect you to supportive experts.Low interest loans are being developed by the state and other partners.? Contact CommerceRI for more information.The Department of Labor and Training has programs to help employees out sick, or employees that are not allowed to work.? Contact DLT for more information.??This RISCPA business planning checklist resource has some good suggestions with other resources included.Manufacturers have asked how to deal with sick employees coming into work: ?For the latest information about COVID-19, please visit the official page of the Rhode Island Department of Health. People or businesses with general questions about COVID-19 and how to follow the latest guidance, should call 401-222-8022, or if inquiring outside of business hours, call 211.?Manufacturers have asked about unemployment insurance (UI) implications from sick employees or if layoffs are necessary: ?Earlier this week, DLT filed an emergency regulation to waive the waiting period for COVID-related UI claims. If employees are laid off from their position due to COVID-19 (i.e., temporary business closure/other circumstances where they are not self-quarantined but are out of work), they may be eligible to apply for UI. ? This is the top priority for the team at DLT and to ensure timely responses, they have set up an email ( dlt.covid19@dlt.) and hotline (401-462-2020) to respond to workplace-related inquiries. (These Fact Sheets provide more information.)Manufacturers have asked for funding assistance as they see immediate revenue decline:? If companies have questions regarding access to capital and other lending options, please call the RI Commerce Small Business Hotline at (401) 521-HELP or e-mail info@.If you need to lay off employees, please provide them with the following information about Unemployment Insurance: For questions on temporary disability insurance (TDI), unemployment insurance (UI), and other benefits, please review the COVID-19 Workplace Fact Sheet. Requests for assistance can also be made by emailing dlt.covid19@dlt. or calling (401) 462-2020.Bartender’s Emergency Assistance Program. You do NOT need to be a union member to apply for a philanthropic grant.The Rhode Island Manufacturers Association has also included resource links on their website. ?PBN now has a list of resources and closures daily, some of which related to food sector businesses.?Resources for ConsumersCartwheelRI is a new option for Providence shoppers who want to buy from local farms. Ordering and delivery details are provided on their website. They work on a ‘suggested donation’ model and pay workers $15/hour.?Local Seafood Finder Map Local is trying to expand this effort to make sure people know where they can now buy local fish. There are currently 4 locations in RI.How to Support Farmers and Safely Shop at Farmers Markets (Civil Eats 3/30/20)Supporting, Caring, and Cooking for one another during COVID-19. A guide on supporting local restaurants and food-related businesses through online ordering, from Edible Rhody 3/20/20.?Local Farm Food Delivery and Pickup Options from RI MonthlyAvoid going out to purchase food. Try curbside pickup or delivery, especially if you are in a high-risk category.?Buy gift certificates online from farm and food businesses and restaurants that will be experiencing downturns to use laterBuy from farmers markets and farm storesFarmFresh Home DeliveryGuide to local farms and farmers marketsGrocers and Retailers with local food in RIDEM Resource for local food and farmers marketsOrder local food online for curbside pickup or delivery: Restaurants with Online ordering and takeoutCashMob - Cash Mobs are a great way to create an immediate economic impact for local food and farm businesses by buying gift certificates while they must be closed?Agriculture and Fisheries ResourcesA close look at farmer relief in the pandemic aid package passed on 3/25?The Governor's Executive Order 20-13 restricts some retail businesses. It does not affect wholesale operations like farming, fishing, and aquaculture. Relating to food and agriculture, the EO makes clear that food access and distribution businesses are considered critical and may continue to operate (e.g., farmers markets), as well as retail operations that are “agricultural/seafood equipment and supply stores.”?Resource for Minimizing Risks for Coronavirus Transmission at Farmers Markets, On-Farm Markets, You-Pick Operations, and Produce AuctionsFisher Direct app: This is an app in development in which fishermen can share info on what and where they are selling, so that consumers can find them, and to help with online marketing.American Farmland Trust Farmer Relief Fund Applications are now live. AFT will award farmers with cash grants of up to $1,000 each to help them weather the current storm of market disruptions caused by the coronavirus crisis. Eligible applicants include any small and mid-size direct-market producers. These are defined as producers with annual gross revenue of between $10,000 and $1 million from sales at farmers markets and/or direct sales to restaurants, caterers, schools, stores, or makers who use farm products as inputs. If this describes your farming operation, apply here.Please visit the new COVID-19 Resources for RI Farmers Page to access guidance documents, factsheets and other relevant resources.? This page will be updated as more resources become available.COVID-19 GUIDANCE*: Farmers’ Markets & On-Farm MarketsCOVID-19 GUIDANCE*: Farms and On-Farm DeliveriesDEM is extending the deadline for Specialty Crop Block Grant Applications from March 31st to April 15th. Please direct any questions regarding the SCBG to Ananda Fraser, either by email at Ananda.Fraser@dem., or by phone at (401) 537-8093.DEM is postponing the Deadline to apply to state farmers markets to April 15. Whether you are a returning vendor or you would like to start attending the DEM farmers markets in 2020, the registration process begins on our website. For more information please contact Chris at Christopher.Rueckel@dem..DEM is postponing the public hearing on Produce Safety Rules that was to be held on April 7th.?Rural Business-Cooperative ServiceBeginning immediately, through July 31, 2020, USDA Business and Industry Loan Guarantees (B&I) and Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Guaranteed lenders may assist borrowers experiencing temporary cash flow issues by deferring payments for a period no longer than 120 days. The lender must notify The Agency in writing of any payment deferments. Written notification to the Agency will meet the standard for concurrence until July 31, 2020. A response from the Agency is not required. This guidance applies to ALL borrowers that had a current repayment status as of March 1, 2020.RBCS intermediary borrowers continue to have authority to service loan portfolios independent of USDA. Intermediary borrowers participating in these programs may approve loan payment deferrals made to their borrowers without USDA approval. These programs are:Intermediary Relending Program (IRP)Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG)Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant (REDL and REDG)Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program (RMAP)For existing Intermediary Relending Program (IRP) and Rural Economic Development Loan (REDL) borrowers, the Agency is committed to maintaining well-capitalized intermediary lenders and will work with you on loan servicing requests on a case-by-case basis to make sure you remain a pillar in our rural business communities.USDA is extending the application window for the following programs:?Rural Business-Cooperative ServiceUSDA extended the application deadline for the Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) program to no later than April 15, 2020.USDA extended the application deadline for the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) to April 15, 2020The RI Farm Bureau has aggregated links to help farmers and consumers here Coronavirus and COVID-19 Resources pageSelling fish directly to consumers? Add yourself to this list being aggregated by National Fisherman..?FAQs on Retail Food Environments and FarmsFarmers marketsU-PickCommunity GardensMany food safety resources have popped up. This page has publications directed specifically at Farmers Markets, Food Service, Grocery Stores, U-Pick operations, and Food Banks.?Small businesses, private non-profit organizations of any size, small agricultural cooperatives and small aquaculture enterprises that have been financially impacted as a direct result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) since Jan. 31, 2020, may qualify for Economic Injury Disaster Loans of up to $2 million to help meet financial obligations and operating expenses which could have been met had the disaster not occurred. These loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can’t be paid because of the disaster’s impact. Disaster loans can provide vital economic assistance to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing.Considerations for Fruit and Vegetable Growers Related to Coronavirus & COVID-19? (UVM) (3/14)COVID-19 and the Seafood Industry from Eating with the Ecosystem?Community GardensHow to set up an inexpensive handwashing station: advice on setting up Portable Hand Washing Stations for the Farm: fliers to post for gardeners, version 1 and version 2Community garden food safety flier and web page covering Food Safety in Community Gardens?Food Safety Resource Clearinghouse- Labeled Sanitizers for Produce Tool- on Sanitizers approved for food useSign-up for the RIDEM Produce Safety Newsletter for regular updates?Visit the the RI Produce Safety Portal for more information?The University of Vermont info on Considerations for Fruit and Vegetable Growers Related to Coronavirus & COVID-19URI Cooperative Extension- Garden ResourceURI Cooperative Extension Facebook page: uricoopext/The URI Gardening and Environmental Hotline is accepting gardening questions via email - gardener@uri.edu?Learn about Healing Through Gardening: Why Our Connection to Soil and Plants Matters: for RestaurantsDining Bond InitiativeLike government-issued war bonds, the Dining Bond Initiative seeks to bring in immediate cash in exchange for future restaurant purchases. Diners can buy gift certificates sold at a 25 percent discount ($100 worth of food for a $75 bond) to be redeemed in the restaurant within the next month or two, depending on how individual restaurants decide to honor the bonds. The program is open to all restaurants.James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief FundThe JBF Food and Beverage Relief Fund is gathering donations from everyday diners as well as corporate donors to distribute micro-grants to independent businesses.Southern Smoke FoundationHouston chef Chris Shepherd’s?Southern Smoke Foundation?is accepting donations from well-wishers and applications for funds from restaurants and restaurant employees.Give Local?and?Local for LaterGive Local and Local for Later are aggregating lists of restaurants promoting gift card sales while their doors are closed. Many restaurants are banking on gift cards to help defer costs until the pandemic subsides.World Central KitchenJosé Andrés and WCK have already been pitching in on coronavirus relief,?feeding quarantined cruise ship passengers, but the organization’s chefs need financial help to continue preparing meals for those in need during the crisis.Help for Restaurant and Delivery WorkersRestaurant Workers’ Community FoundationThe RWCF, which works?across a number of labor issues?in the restaurant industry, launched the RWCF COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund. The fund collects donations to provide relief to individual workers affected by the coronavirus and to create zero-interest loans to businesses.The donation page for the Restaurant Workers’ Community Foundation?Restaurant Workers’ Community FoundationOne Fair WageThe OFW campaign, a nonprofit advocating against sub-minimum-wage laws for tipped restaurant workers, launched the OFW Emergency Fund. The target $213,000 (based on the federal tipped minimum wage of $2.13/hour) will provide immediate cash assistance to restaurant employees, delivery workers, and other tipped workers in the food industry. Demand from restaurants on OFW is already surging. Sally Kohn, a representative for OFW, tells Eater, “We’ve received about six more times the number of requests as we’ve received donations. The crisis is huge.”Unite Here Education and Support FundUnite Here, a labor union representing groups in the U.S. and Canada, is collecting funds to help its 300,000 members with things like rent, groceries, health insurance, and lost wages. The union represents other industries beyond food service, including hotels, airports, and casinos, but you can select a specific local group if you prefer to target your money to particular restaurant industry workers.ROC Disaster Relief FundThe nonprofit Restaurant Opportunities Centers (ROC) United has set a target of $500,000 for its emergency relief fund, which seeks to help documented and undocumented restaurant workers who lose their jobs during the pandemic.Another Round, Another RallyARAR usually offers scholarships and grants to support underrepresented groups in the hospitality industry, and the nonprofit is currently collecting funds for all types of workers affected by COVID-19. The group is distributing $500 grants to those who have lost jobs or hours because of the pandemic.Spill The DishSpill The Dish offers a database of financial aid that combines donor funds with resources from government agencies and non-profits. It allows users to search by state, and breaks down results for restaurant workers, business owners, and individual donors. Users can also add new donation programs to the database.Help for Bars and BartendersUSBG Bartender Emergency Assistance ProgramThe United States Bartenders Guild is helping bartenders affected by the virus through its emergency assistance program. The guild is getting help from Jameson Irish Whiskey, which has pledged $500,000 toward the effort. SipScience, an analytics company focused on the hospitality industry, has also launched a?GoFundMe to raise $100,000?for the USBG National Charity Foundation.Local FundsIn addition to national organizations collecting donations, a number of smaller groups are helping collect money for restaurants and workers in cities and regions across the U.S. Find out more about donating locally in these areas:Verizon/LISCPay it forward UpCity announces New Loan Pogram for Small Businesses impacted by COVID-19 OutbreakFor questions regarding how the City may assist your business during the COVID 19 Emergency please contact us at businessassistance@ or please call us at 728-0500 ext. 451.In the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic, please see different opportunities for small business loans and grants.?Pawtucket Business Development Corporation (PBDC) COVID-19 Emergency Loans:?Commerce RI/Small Business Administration(SBA): ; SBA Contact Information: Email: disastercustomerservice@ ; SBA Phone Number: (800) 659-2955RI Commerce Small Business Hotline: (401) 521 - HELP or info@SBA Rhode Island Office: (Potential for $2,000, 0% interest loan partnered with community investment): Small Business Grants (Coming Soon): Small Business Recovery Fund (Up to $10,000 in grant funds): Beard Foundation (Food and Beverage Industry Relief?Fund):? Champlin Foundation:? & The Arts Grants/Information:??United Way/RI Foundation for Nonprofits (those serving vulnerable populations):? Espanol: Capital Grants: Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) (Information and Financial Resources): Endowment for the Arts: Emergency Relief Fund: Community Benevolent Fund:? England Grassroots Environmental Fund: Bank Information:?Bank of America: of America is taking proactive steps to protect our clients and teammates in its Financial Centers. Go to the bank’s website to find out which locations are open.? This information will be updated regularly. Bank of America Client Assistant Program Benefits: Consumer and Small Business deposit accounts: clients can request refunds including overdraft fees,? non-sufficient funds fees, and monthly maintenance fees.Consumer and Small Business credit cards: clients can request to defer payments, refunds on late fees.Small business loans: clients can request to defer payments, refunds on late fees.Auto loans: clients can request to defer payments, with payments added to the end of the loan.Mortgages and home equity: clients can request to defer payments.In all of these instances, there will be no negative credit bureau reporting for up-to-date clients.We have also paused foreclosure sales, evictions and repossessions?Bank Rhode Island:? Rhode Island remains open for business and will take any reasonable action to ensure your banking needs are met.? We will continue to update this page as the situation dictates.Our Customer Service Center is also available to assist you with your banking during normal business hours at 866-422-6574.?Bristol County Savings Bank: have initiated a special program to assist existing customers who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 virus.? We are committed to reducing financial stress during this challenging and uncertain time. If you or your business has been impacted by COVID-19 and need our support, we are here to help.? As a customer who is impacted, your financial needs will be unique to your situation. Our team is available to assist you with options based on your specific needs. Please reach out to your account officer, call your local BCSB Branch Office (Pawtucket Branch Office 401-722-8838) or visit for additional information.?Citizens Bank: ? bank is changing its operational hours from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.? Waiving all fees from early withdrawals of CDs. The bank will also put stop payments on pre-authorized debits. ? Upon customer request, the bank will consider rebating overdraft.??Freedom National Bank:? on Thursday, March 19, branch access will be limited to Drive-Up only or if needed, by appointment only. ATMs, Online Banking and Mobile Banking access are available 24 hours a day. If you would like to meet with your account officer or banker, you may contact him/her directly or call us at 401-949-1600.?Navigant Credit Union:?'re open and conducting business at all locations. As of 3/20/20, branch lobbies are available for appointments only. At Navigant Credit Union, our priority and focus is on the health and safety of our members, communities, and employees. We are monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and are prepared to help you as needed. We are here to support you and are working hard to ensure our team can continue to provide you with uninterrupted, dependable service. We are also aware that some of our members may experience financial hardship as a result of COVID-19. If you are impacted, please contact us to discuss how we can help. And, any questions on the topics below, please call our Member Service Center at 401-233-4700.?Pawtucket Credit Union: protect the safety and wellbeing of both members and staff, our branch lobbies will be closed to the general public until further notice. Branch appointments are available on a limited basis and can be made for the following transactions – safe deposit box access, loan applications, loan closings, IRA transactions, and wire transfers. All other “in-person” business will be handled through our drive-ups. To ease this transition, we‘ve extended both our lobby appointment and drive-up hours. To make an appointment, please contact your preferred branch. For all non-appointment inquiries or to speak with a member service representative, please call our main number at 401-722-2212 and select option 7, #2.?At this time, we also encourage you to conduct your banking via our ATMs, Telephone Banking (401-722-2212, option 2), and our online services at , whenever possible. ATM withdrawal limits have been increased to $1000/day based on available funds in your account. Online services include Online Account Opening, Online Loan Payment, Online Banking and Bill Pay, and Mobile Banking including Mobile Check Deposit.?Santander Bank: Bank is helping business customers who are having difficulties with loan payments and those needing to make early CD withdrawals. In addition, Santander is helping businesses access credit and liquidity during this difficult time. Business customers impacted by the coronavirus should contact Santander Bank at 877-768-1145 for assistance.??Santander’s mobile banking and online banking are available any time to help customers with their banking needs. We have a dedicated microsite on where customers can view our latest updates on the Coronavirus.?Seed Corporation: an SBA lender, we are encouraging business owners in MA and RI to use the SBA Disaster Relief programs as their first port of call when looking for assistance. However, any business owner, whether they are a current client of ours or a potential borrower, can call us and we can see what we can do to help them. We will be looking at every case individually in order to provide the best possible avenue for each entrepreneur.?TD Bank: ? we keep a close watch on emerging cases and affected regions, we're committed to keeping you posted on what we're doing and how you can continue to bank. Please be sure to put your health first and remember that you can do most of your banking online or by app.Check your balance, pay bills and transfer money online or on the TD Bank app. Visit Online Banking to get started or to log in to your account. The TD Bank app lets you bank from your smartphone ( Android and iOS ) and even make mobile deposits. If you've been affected by COVID-19, reach out to see how we can support you. We may be able to provide some financial relief that can help. Call us at 1-888-751-9000 to learn more.?Washington Trust: you are a Washington Trust loan customer experiencing financial difficulty and would like to discuss payment options, please contact: For residential loans: Special Assets 800-475-2265 x 5215 or Tom? Jemo 401 348-1377; for commercial loans: contact your loan officer or Tom Contois at 401 348-1378. Most Washington Trust branches offer drive-up banking for those who wish to avoid person-to-person contact.?Webster Bank: ? Bank NA, a unit of Webster Financial Corp., is providing several services to its customers and the community at large in light of the coronavirus outbreak, effective immediately.?For affected customers, the bank is: increasing daily spending limit on its debit card; waiving fees associated with early certificate of deposit withdrawals up to $25,000; increasing remote deposit limits; allowing need-based payment deferrals on mortgages, home equity, personal loans and small business loans; and expediting the Small Business Administration application process for qualified affected businesses, including vendors or other external business partners.Also, the bank is placing a 90-day moratorium on foreclosures for the bank's residential loans.?Information & Resources:Gift it Forward/RI Small Business Resources (small business registration, nominations, and corporate giving): Island Division of Taxation: ; Phone Number 401-574-8484?Rhode Island Department of Labor & Training: ; Phone Number: 401-462-2020?U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Resources: Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce: ; Phone Number: 401-334-1000RI Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: Rhode Island Center for Women and Enterprise: ; Phone Number: 401-277-0800?Rhode Island Black Business Association: ; Phone Number: 401- 383-1179?Progreso Latino (free consulting for minority owned businesses): ; Phone number: 401-256-7925?Polaris MEP (resources for manufacturers): ; Phone Number 401-270-8896Restaurant Dining Bonds Program:? Registration Site: ??Information: Revenue Service (IRS):The Treasury Department and IRS have announced a three-month delay for any tax payments owed up to $1 million. You’ll still need to file your returns by April 15, 2020 but will have until July 15 to pay. This will apply to individual tax returns but should also cover many pass-through entities and small businesses. ; Phone Number: 1-800-829-1040Main Street America:? Island superior court Business Protection Program: Court? (Gift Certificates to support Small Business):? Online Software ToolsMicrosoft Office 365: (Microsoft Office tools for 6 months)Google Hangouts Free Video Conferencing: Free WebEx Video Conferencing: Issuer Information:?American Express Financial Hardship — Amex is evaluating accounts on a case-by-case basis under its Financial Hardship Relief program to provide support for cardholders impacted by COVID-19. If approved, your interest rate may be lowered to rates as low as 0%, and you may receive a waiver on late and other account fees. Just note that if you accept the relief, your accounts may be frozen, and you won’t be able to use them until paid off. Your Membership Rewards balance will also be frozen, and the issuer may notify the credit bureaus that your account limits were lowered.American Express Working Capital — Amex business cardholders can enroll with no credit check and get ongoing access to funds used for vendor payments between $500 and $150,000 with repayment terms of 30, 60 or 90 days. These charge a fixed fee between 0.6% and 5.25%.Chase — You can call the number on the back of your card and ask to speak with an account representative about the possibility of relief from fees and interest. Multiple readers have reported success in having interest and late fees waived due to hardship related to COVID-19.?________________Dear Business Professional:Thank you for considering the City of Pawtucket, birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution. Whether you are the owner of an existing Pawtucket business looking to expand, someone who is looking to locate or relocate your business in our city, or thinking of holding an event here, we want to be a partner in your success. It is our goal to provide you with customized service of the highest quality. The City of Pawtucket is committed to promoting smart, responsible growth within our city that respects our rich history of economic innovation, cultural diversity, and the unique character of our community.?We are truly here to help you however we can. Our team is always just a phone call, email, or text message away. Pawtucket is home to a vibrant business community which also takes an active role throughout our community, whether by individual initiatives or through public-private partnerships we enjoy such as with the Pawtucket Foundation. These leaders, from hundreds of diversified industries, possess a wealth of knowledge and a keen willingness to help other private sector ventures succeed.?We have created this page to provide quick, convenient access to the numerous City resources you may need. From the permitting process to bidding on City projects, from licensing to tax incentives and a host of other ways we can help, this webpage is your one-stop shop for doing business in Pawtucket. We are continually looking for ways to improve our services, so if you have any suggestions please reach out and share them with us.Thank you again for considering Pawtucket. We look forward to working with you.PBN COVID-19 Resource GuideRhode Island Department of Health: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a virus strain that has spread in people since December 2019. For information on Rhode Island specific COVID-19 numbers, see RIDOH’s COVID-19 Disease Data webpage. For general questions, email RIDOH at: RIDOH.COVID19Questions@health., or call?(401) 222-8022. Rhode Island Commerce Corp. Find information provided by RICC: Call the COVID-19 Info Line: (401) 521-HELP/Email: info@Website: covid-19/COVID-19 Business Planning Checklist from Rhode Island Society of Certified Public Accountants(*Based on FEMA guidance and best practices). Covers everything from coronavirus business planning, continuity planning and dealing with clients and services, suppliers, vendors, contractors to communications and emergency planning for employees: Guidance on preparing workplaces for COVID-19 per the U.S. Department of Labor:Guide offers information about how a COVID-19 outbreak affects the workplace, steps employers can take to reduce risk of exposure, and what to do to protect workers, etc.: Information on SBA Disaster Loan Assistance The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Rhode Island small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at: . Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@ for more information on SBA disaster assistance.If your business has questions regarding SBA loans and access to capital, call the Small Business Hotline during business hours at (401) 521-HELP or e-mail info@.Economic Injury Disaster Loans are eligible to receive an advance of up to $10,000 within three days of a successful application. This loan advance will not have to be repaid.Disability & Unemployment Insurance For questions on temporary disability insurance (TDI), unemployment insurance (UI), and other benefits, review the COVID-19 Workplace Fact Sheet (bit.ly/2UqkzYA). Requests for assistance can also be made by emailing dlt.covid19@dlt. or calling (401) 462-2020.Technology Assistance for Rhode Island Companies: resources include free Microsoft Office products: Medical supply assistance from manufacturers: resources include medical supply donations and other supplies: The R.I. Department of Labor and Training and R.I. Department of Health?have COVID-19 preparedness and response measures to support employers, employees, and nursing homes throughout the Ocean State.The DLT has filed an emergency regulation, which expands access to Unemployment Insurance and Temporary Disability Insurance/Temporary Caregiver Insurance programs to serve Rhode Islanders impacted by COVID-19. The emergency regulations will:Waive the seven-day waiting period for regular unemployment insurance claims and claims filed under the short-term compensation program (WorkShare).Waive the seven-day minimum amount of time that claimants must be out of work to qualify for TDI/TCI benefits.Waive the required medical certification for individuals under quarantine (and allow them, instead, to temporarily qualify via self-attestation that they were under quarantine as a result of COVID-19).East Providence has launched two emergency loan programs:? The COVID-19 Job Retention Loan Program will be reviewed by the Community Development Office in amounts up to $5,000. The terms include: zero percent interest, three-year terms, collateral sufficient to cover the loan amount, repayment beginning after six months. Only one loan may be taken out by a business at a time and the funds are conditioned on negotiation of an appropriate legal agreement between the applicant and the city.The city also launched the COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program. It will be reviewed for approval or rejection by the city’s Economic Development Commission. It applies to businesses that have 10 or fewer employees, which are located in the city and which have had revenue negatively impacted by the pandemic. Loan amounts will range from $1,000 to $5,000 and carry a 2% interest rate, with varying terms of 12 to 36 months for repayment. Repayment will begin after a six-month deferment.Pawtucket has launched an emergency loan program: The COVID-19 Emergency Loan Program was created by the Pawtucket Business Development Corp. It is open to Pawtucket-based businesses with 25 or fewer employees that can demonstrate a loss due to COVID-19. The loan may be used to pay for day-to-day operations, including payroll and rent. The emergency loans can be up to $10,000 each and carry a 2% interest rate. Monthly payments will be deferred for one year and the recipient will have two years to repay the loan once repayment begins.Providence has altered its Providence Business Loan Fund: The city has altered the PBLF to accommodate COVID-19 impacts, including decreasing the minimum amount of the loan from $50,000 to $10,000, though the $500,000 maximum remains; offering zero interest for the first 12 months, a 6-to-12-month deferral on any payments and closing costs capped at $500. The loan fund typically must help support creation of one, new $35,000 job, however retaining employees at their existing pay will also be supported.Pre-applications may be found here.R.I. Superior Court program: The Superior Court Business Recovery Plan program has been launched to provide supervised protections for Rhode Island businesses so they can remain operational, access new working capital, and pay debts. More information may be found here.Home About Us Member Benefits Get Involved Programs & Events OUR IMPACT Join RIBBA! Top of FormHome COVID-19 Business Resources COVID-19 Business Resources COVID-19 Business UpdateThe COVID-19 crisis currently unfolding is affecting everyone in some form. Like you, we have been monitoring the latest news about the Coronavirus. We want you to have confidence that we are going to continue to work for you to better your businesses while also helping decrease the spread of this virus.In light of the rapidly evolving conditions related to COVID-19, RIBBA is implementing the following measures, based on ensuring the health and safety of our stakeholders:We will not be scheduling any in person meetings with clients or members until further noticeWe will however keep our line of communication open.RIBBA staff will be available by phone (401-383-1179) or e-mail (info@ri-) should you have any questions.Skype or video calling will also be available to take the place of in person, face to face meetingsWe will update you on a regular basis until we can resume our normal business hours.New guidelines put into effect by Governor Gina RaimondoAll dine-in food and beverage services will be shut down. This includes bars, restaurants and coffee shops. Take out and delivery, and drive-through services will remain running.Beginning today law enforcement will be enforcing the ban on dine-in services.Any gathering of more than 25 people should be avoided. If you are elderly or immunocompromised you should avoid crowds of 10 or more people.The Providence Place Mall and Warwick Mall will be closed until further notice starting today.All public schools have been cancelled this week as well as church masses.All public gatherings should be avoided.Do not go to work if you are feeling sick. If you are able to you should work from home to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.Only go out for essential items. If the grocery store is crowded leave and return at a later time.Make sure teenagers and children are aware of how serious this is and that they should stay home and not take this lightly.HealthSource RI has opened a special enrollment period due to COVID-19. They are allowing any RI resident without healthcare to enroll in a plan through them until April 15th.The Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training stands ready to assist employees and employers who are affected or have any questions. The Department of Labor and Training is increasing the flexibility and manageability of TEMPORARY DISABILITY INSURANCE (TDI) and UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE. This includes waiving the seven-day minimum amount of time and previously required medical certification. Affected businesses with questions on Unemployment Insurance, Paid Sick and Safe Leave, or other work-related programs should contact the DLT by emailing dlt.covid19@dlt. or calling 401-462-2020The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses, private non-profit organizations of any size, small agricultural and small aquacultural enterprises that may have been financially impacted as a direct result of the Coronavirus since January 31, 2020. They may qualify for Economic Injury Disaster Loans of up to $2 million to help meet financial obligations and operating expenses which could have been met had the disaster not occured.These loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can't be paid because of the disaster's impact.Disaster loans can provide vital economic assistance to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue businesses are experiencing.Eligibility for Economic Disaster Loans is based on the financial impact of the Coronavirus. The interest rate is 3.75% for small businesses, 2.75% for non-profit organizations.The SBA is offering these loans with long term repayments in order to keep payments affordable, up to a maximum of 30 years.These loans are available to entities without the financial ability to offset the adverse impact without hardship.Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at . Applicants may also call SBA's Customer service center at 800-659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@ for more information on SBA disaster assistance. Completed applications should be mailed to U.S. Small Business Administration, processing and Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155.The deadline to apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan is December 16, 2020for more information visit? you or someone you know who owns a business has questions about access to capital and other lending options, please call The Rhode Island Black Business Association at 401-383-1179 or e-mail info@ri- or the Small Business Hotline at 401-521-HELP or e-mail info@The Federal Reserve Board announces establishment of a Commercial Paper Funding Facility (CPFF) to support the flow of credit to households and businessesFor any questions about COVID-19 please visit the official page of The Rhode Island Department of Health, or you can call 401-222-8022 if you have general questions about any of the latest guidance given.FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PLEASE VISIT? of FormHealth department for providersEducationalWebcast: Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections 2020: COVID-19 UpdateFactsheets10 things you can do to manage your health at homeGet Your Clinic Ready For COVID-19FormsPerson Under Investigation (PUI) for COVID-19RIDOH State health Laboratories Test RequisitionOrderingCOVID East Side Clinical Lab, FAXCOVID East Side Clinical Lab, FILLABLEFrequently Asked QuestionsExpanded Testing for COVID-19GuidelinesConservation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)COVID-19 Testing for Symptomatic PeopleGuidance on Triage and Response for Potential ExposuresInterim Infection Prevention and Control Guidance for Dental Settings During the COVID-19 ResponsePhone Advise Guidelines for Possible COVID-19 PatientsInstructionsHow to Obtain a COVID-19 Test for Your PatientPrevention Steps for People Being Tested for COVID-19 (English) (Spanish)RI Office of the Health Insurance Commissioner & Medicaid Program Instructions COVID-19 State of EmergencySpecimen Collection Kit Instructions for 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)ListsPharmacies Offering Delivery of MedicationsRespiratory Care ClinicsOther LanguagesStop the Spread of Germs (Chinese)PeriodicalMorbidity and Mortality Weekly Reports (MMWR)New England Journal of MedicineThe Lancet COVID-19 Resource CentrePoliciesGuidance Regarding the Practice of Telemedicine by Physicians not Licensed in Rhode Island for Patients Located in Rhode IslandHealthcare Facilities Visitation PolicyPostersStop the Spread of Germs (English) (Spanish)Viruses Don't DiscriminateVisitor Restrictions Are In PlaceSummaries2020/03/18?All Provider Conference Call2020/03/03?COVID-19 All Provider Conference CallVideoSafe Re-use of the N-95 MaskWearing and Removing Personal Protective Equipment in a Covid-19 EnvironmentWeb Pages2019 Novel Coronavirus Information for Healthcare ProvidersClinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA)Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA)Coronavirus 2019 Information: National LGBT Cancer Network?(2020)COVID-19 Global Cases MapPreventOverDoseRI COVID-19 ResourcesWorkbooksCOVID19 Telemedicine Insurer GridBingCOVID TrackerRI State parks50 Nature based activities Department of Health (RIDOH)For general questions about COVID-19, call RIDOH’s COVID-19 hotline: (401) 222-8022.If you think you have symptoms, call your healthcare provider.?DO NOT?go directly to a healthcare facility without calling first (unless you are experiencing a medical emergency). For more information, see?RIDOH’s COVID-19 information page.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)Visit the?CDC’s COVID-19 information page.World Health Organization (WHO)Visit?WHO’s COVID-19 information page.Free Prescription DeliveryCVS free prescription delivery?is available until May 1. Prescriptions take 1 – 2 days to arrive.Walgreens free prescription delivery?is available for a limited time. Prescriptions take at least 1 day to arrive.Green Line Apothecary free prescription delivery?is available continually. Statewide deliveries are made daily.HealthSource RI EnrollmentDue to the spread of COVID-19, a?special enrollment period?is now available through HealthSource RI until April 15 for Rhode Islanders seeking health insurance coverage.FoodFood Delivery ServicesVisit? HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RIDelivers?to find links to programs and food delivery services available throughout the state.Food PantriesFind?food pantries near you?with the RI Community Food Bank’s virtual food map, or see their Food Assistance List (updated daily).Meals for School-Aged ChildrenAll schools in Rhode Island are closed. See a?complete list of school closures?here. Free grab-and-go meals are available in many cities. Find a?list of food sites?here.Restaurants Providing Take-Out/DeliverySee a?list of restaurants?compiled by Eat Drink RI.Childcare ?is providing three months of free, premium access to RI residents to find help for children, parents & pets.Rhode Island and PartnershipCox Discounted internet access for online learning?– Households that have at least one K-12 student and are participating in a government assistance program can qualify for the Connect2Compete affordable internet program.For NonprofitsCOVID-19 Response Fund Grants?are available to Rhode Island nonprofits, thanks to donors and a partnership between the Rhode Island Foundation and United Way of Rhode Island.?Apply here.For BusinessesIf your business has been affected by COVID-19, call the RI Commerce Corporation Small Business Hotline: (401) 521-4357.For information on Small Business Administration loans,?apply online? at?disasterloan.??call?1-800-659-2955?or?email?–?disastercustomerservice@.ela?Information for SeniorsFrom?Rhode Island’s Office of Healthy AgingInformation for VeteransFrom?RI Office of Veteran ServicesMental Health ManagementFrom the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:“Manage Anxiety and Stress”“Taking Care of Your Emotional Health”From the World Health Organization:“Mental Health Considerations during COVID-19 Outbreak”BHLink:Find confidential support or get connected to care by visiting??or contact 401-414-5465.To access general resources for coping during the crisis, visit?covid-19.Income: Temporary Disability / UnemploymentIf you are unable to work, but your workplace remains open, you may qualify for?Temporary Disability Insurance.If your workplace closes, or your employer tells you to stay home, you may qualify for?Unemployment Insurance. For more information, see the RI Department of Labor and Training’s?COVID-19 Workplace Fact Sheet.Fact sheet from Economic Progress Institute/English?and?Fact Sheet/Spanish?on what to do if you cannot work.Tax PreparationUnited Way and H&R Block have teamed up to provide free online tax filing. To learn more, visit?MyFreeTaxes.UtilitiesDiscounted Internet Access for Distance LearningCox Communications is offering?discounted internet access?for families with K – 12 students.Utility AssistanceThe?Good Neighbor Energy Fund?is available to individuals and families struggling to pay their utility bills, including as a result of COVID-19. Call or visit your local Community Action Program to apply.irtual AA MeetingsFind a?list of online meetings?here.TransportationRIPTA’s response to Covid-19Other Community ResourcesHomesRI?Fact Sheet on Evictions – For RentersEnglish Fact SheetSpanish Fact SheetInformation for?funeral directors?about COVID-19 from the?National Funeral Directors Association?and from the?RI Funeral Directors AssociationRI Communty Food Bank COVID-19 Housing Based Services Screening Assessment (via Crossroads RI)?RI COVID-19 Shelter Screening Assessment (via Crossroads RI)?Tenant FAQ, evictions [English,?Spanish] (via HomesRI)?RICH Supply Request (.xslx)?Please complete the form and return to?Lindsay@?RI Department?of HealthUp to Date Information on COVID-19Guidance for Food Pantries and Homeless Shelters??Boston Health Care for the HomelessRecommendations for Preventing & Managing?COVID-19 Spread in Shelters (Google Slides)National Resources?Center for Disease Control and Prevention(Interim) Guidance for Homeless Shelters?HUD (Housing & Urban Development)Up to Date COVID GuidancInfectious Disease Preparedness for?Homeless?Assistance Providers & Partner (webinar w/slides)?National Healthcare for the Homeless CouncilCoronavirus and the HCH Community: Status Updates, Available Guidance, Local Preparations, and Outstanding IssuesInformation for Homeless Shelters & Providers (printable)Needed Policy Response for High Risk Group, issue brief (3/2020)??Resources from the daily 3Meal Site Information?Warming Centers Information?Hygiene Stations?CAP Agencies & Health Centers policies?WiFi Hotspots?Community Resources, Google Doc (via AMOR)?Shelters & Sanitation Stations, map (via Michael LeClerc, Dept of Administration)?FAQ on Evictions?[English,?Spanish]?(via?5-minute Economic Impact Survey?from Americans for the Arts.?THIS is the survey to take that will help with collective efforts to communicate the impact of COVID-19 on the arts and culture sector.?The survey asks for two financial estimates, but you can complete the survey without it if you don’t have time. You can also respond to this survey multiple times with updated information and your prior responses will be overridden.RI Department of Labor and Training’s announced?emergency regulations?making it easier for workers to access temporary Unemployment Insurance and Temporary Disability Insurance.Jan Newcomb’s presentation from the 2019 Delaware Arts Summit:?Be ArtsReady.ArtsReady, an online emergency preparedness service by and for arts/cultural nonprofits, published a newsletter last week for?preparing for the potential impact of COVID-19.COVID-19/Coronavirus Resources & Information for the Museum Field.?from the American Alliance of Museums, contains advice applicable to museums and other cultural venues.Theatre Communications Group’s?Coronavirus Preparedness Webinar.The League of American Orchestra’s?coronavirus resources page.Event Safety Alliance’s?webinar.Creative Capital’s list of?Arts Resources During the COVID-19 Outbreak.Americans for the Arts?Coronavirus Resource and Response Center.Sample emergency plans for your use as models for your own plan:Performing Arts Readiness.Emergency & Safety Procedures (See Appendix E for example “Calling Chain”.Pro Bono/Low Cost Legal Support: Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts based out of Arts & Business Council of Boston has assembled an emergency response panel of lawyers and law firms ready and willing to advise artists and arts organizations on contacts, insurance, and labor and employment issues due to the coronavirus. Contact Luke Blackadar for more information:?luke@.Access to Microsoft Office 365 for free for 6 months, which includes tools to enable remote work and video conferencing.Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance page.US Treasury Dept guidance on the SBA 7(a) Payroll Protection Program?Loans, which will open April 3rd.Sample PPP Loan application.WorkShare Program through RI DLT. The WorkShare program allows employers to retain their skilled workers during times of slowdown by simply reducing the work hours of a larger group of employees.?Employees whose hours and wages are reduced would be eligible to receive a?portion?of their regular unemployment insurance benefits to compensate for the lost wages. In addition to sparing employers the potential loss of its existing workforce, WorkShare also spares a company’s employees the financial and emotional hardship associated with a layoff situation.Resources for Freelance Artists or Supporters of Freelance Artists.COVID-19 Freelance Artists Resources.Also be sure to check out the resources at?CERF+, also known as the Artist’s Safety Net.RI Department of Labor and Training’s announced?emergency regulations?making it easier for workers to access temporary Unemployment Insurance and Temporary Disability Insurance.RI Works??– provides temporary cash assistance for low-income and unemployed parents with children. If you and your children need temporary assistance, request an application at one of the?DHS offices.?You can talk to a DHS representative Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM by calling 1-855-MY-RIDHS.Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)?– helps low-income people and families buy the food they need for good health. SNAP recipients qualify for benefits based on their income, the resources they have and the number of individuals in their household. Pick up a SNAP application at DHS sites around the state.?Click here?for a complete list of DHS offices.Click here?for eligible requirements for the SNAP and other DHS programs.Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Assistance?– helps income eligible families pay their heating bills. HEAP is a grant. You are not required to repay it.?View current income guidelines.?Apply at your local Community Action Agency.HealthSource RI?– you can sign up for health insurance any time your life changes and you need health insurance, current accepting open enrollment through April 15th for all Rhode Island residents.Creative Capital’s list of?Arts Resources During the COVID-19 Outbreak.Disaster Unemployment Assistance– Self-employed folks might be eligible, this is a federal program that has been activated and might help.Pro Bono Legal Support: Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts based out of Arts & Business Council of Boston has assembled an emergency response panel of lawyers and law firms ready and willing to advise artists on contacts, insurance, labor and employment, and other issues due to the coronavirus. Contact Luke Blackadar for more information:?VLA@. Let them know you live in Rhode Island and RISCA referred you.Small Business Administration Disaster Loan Infographic.Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance page.? NOTE: freelancers and anyone that files a Schedule C as part of their taxes are eligible for this – your business entity is a sole proprietorship. Reach out to Mollie (mollie.flanagan@arts.) with questions about that.US Treasury Dept guidance on the SBA 7(a) Payroll Protection Program?Loans, which will open April 3rd.Sample PPP Loan application.Access to Microsoft Office 365 for free for 6 months, which includes tools to enable remote work and video conferencing.Free technical support available to small businesses, to help with websites, equipment, software, how to shift your meetings and work online/remote, etc. Available starting 3/27/20 by calling 521-HELP.Overview of Artist Emergency Relief Funds.Verizon-LISC Small Business Recovery Grant– Due April rmation from the IRS about the $1,200 stimulus checks.Resources for Educators.Teaching Theatre Online.Resources for Teaching Dance Online.Moving Teaching Online Quickly.Access to Microsoft Office 365 for free for 6 months, which includes tools to enable remote work and video conferencing.Lesson plans and teaching resources for arts, focused on K-12. Community sourced, being updated and added to.Georgia Fine Arts Instructional Resources.Google Classroom tutorial in Spanish?(on YouTube).Overview of state policy responses?and other executive actions in public schools across the US.Adjusting to a New Normal?by EdNote.NAEA moved their conference online, open for free to all. See the?schedule and links here.No Kid Hungry, is setting aside grant funding to ensure children across the country have access to free meals during temporary school closures. School districts, community organizations and government agencies in need of assistance can contact No Kid Hungry at their?COVID-19 support inquiry form. Organizations eligible for funding will be contacted directly to submit an application.Share this:COVID-19 Resources. Department of LaborFamilies First Corona Virus Response Act.?Association of Small Business Development Centers:?? Community ConnectionsCouncil of Foundations Manufacturing Talent Exchange: Some companies are displacing employees, others are hiring. The Talent Exchange connects both scenarios for an easier transition of experienced floor workers into similar situations with need.? Production:?Helps Polaris MEP and RITIN gauge the capabilities of the local/regional supply chain so we can address critical needs as quickly as possible.? your business is slowing down, WorkShare may be a viable alternative to layoffs. Eligibility and program details available at? WorkplacesOSHA guidance on preparing workplaces for COVID-19 coronavirus.CDC Workplace/ Home/ School guidance?printable flyers.How to deal with sick employees who come into work? The?Rhode Island Department of Health’s official page?has the latest information on the novel coronavirus. People or businesses with general questions and/or questions of how to follow the latest guidance should call 401-222-8022. If inquiring outside of business hours, dial 211.The Rhode Island Manufacturers Association?has additional links on their website.Supporting EmployeesThe Rhode Island DLT has programs to help employees out sick or not allowed to work. Contact them at?dlt.realjobs@dlt..The DLT has filed an emergency regulation to waive the waiting period for COVID-related unemployment insurance (UI) claims. If employees are laid off from their position due to temporary business closure/other circumstances where they are not (self-)quarantined but are out of work, they may be eligible to apply for UI.? with employees the latest?DLT COVID-19 Workplace Fact Sheet.Disaster Recovery PlanningMany Polaris MEP clients have disaster recovery plans associated with their?ISO certification. Revisit and update these plans.At this time, physical security and access planning is critical.IT system preparedness and remote working may be necessary.Please?contact Polaris MEP for help?with these plans or connection to other resources.Funding AssistanceSome manufacturers have asked for funding assistance, as they see immediate revenue decline due to COVID-19 coronavirus.SBA Coronavirus Relief Options –? Disaster Loan Assistance Program – Eligible RI manufacturers affected by the coronavirus since 1/31/20 can apply for a loan of up to $2Million with a 30-year timeline for repayment. Nine-month window to apply.?Click here for RI details.Have questions regarding access to capital and other lending options? Call the Rhode Island Commerce Corp. Small Business Hotline at 401-521-HELP (401-521-4357) or email?info@.Business ContinuitySuggested practical recommendations and planning activities?to consider for preparation and response.The RI Society of Certified Public Accounts has a good checklist of?suggestions/links to resources for Business Continuity Planning.Business insurance should be part of your Business Continuity Plan. Review your coverage to understand scenarios of where you are covered vs. potential holes. The?Small Business Association?and the?RI Small Business Development Center?can help connect you to supportive experts.Business Continuity Planning is about resilience. Contact us to learn how Polaris MEP can?help you plan and implement procedures?related to your product lines and/or supply chain.Learning & EventsPolaris MEP is bringing?educational and group training events?online.UPCOMING WEBINARS:April 9, 2020, 12p —?Industrial Internet of ThingsYou can always “learn on demand” with our?YouTube channel for videos specific to RI manufacturing.And,?subscribe to our blog. We’re collecting and sharing best practices from manufacturers around the state and the globe.School UpdatesWorld Health Organization Q&A’sInterim Guidance for Businesses & EmployersEnvironmental Cleaning & Disinfection RecommendationsState of RI Fact SheetOSHA GuidelineRISCPA business planning checklist resourceEmergency bill moving through Congress for your informationMicrosoft Free OfferingRI Alliance for Business Resilience SEOC Situation Report (updated 04-03-20)Verizon Residential & Small Business ReliefCox Residential & Small Business ReliefCentral Falls UpdatesGrab & Go Food Sites for ChildrenGrocery Store Senior Shopping HoursCDC Daily Key Points (updated 3/19/2020)Medical Supply DonationsExpress Bridge Loan Pilot Program GuideNAM COVID-19 ResourcesCOVID-19 Policy Action Plan RecommendationsPlease see the DHS website for more informationSBASBA Loan FormsSmall Business Loans Side by Side ComparisonBorrower Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) ApplicationPPP OverviewPPP Borrower Information Fact SheetPPP Loan Potential Debt Forgiveness TemplateLoan Amount CalculatorPPP Loan Summary?Other SBA LinksCoronavirus BriefingSBA Handout Disaster Assistance Resources for BusinessRI SBA Working Capital Loans AvailableFDIC Letter for SBA LendersDeferments on SBA 7(a) and 504 Business Loans and MicroloansSBA and Treasury Begin Unprecedented Public-Private Mobilization Effort to Distribute Funds HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" *New* FEMA COVID-19 Advisory 4/3/20 (Uploaded 4/4/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" *New* NBEOC Lifeline Snapshot COVID-19 #32 (Final 4.3.20 1400) (Uploaded 4/4/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" NEMA Infograph on National COVID-19 Situation 4/2/20 (Uploaded 4/3/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" FMCSA Statement on Local Restrictions (Uploaded 4/2/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" FEMA Rhode Island Major Disaster Declaration: FEMA-4505-DR (Weblink) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" FEMA Supply Chain Stabilization Task Force Fact Sheet (Uploaded 3/31/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" FEMA COVID-19 Advisory 3/30/20 (Uploaded 3/31/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" Executive Order on Operation of Food Establishments and Close Contact Businesses (Uploaded 3/31/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" FEMA COVID-19 Advisory 3/29/20 (Uploaded 3/29/20) HYPERLINK "(FINAL%2B3.2" \t "_blank" NBEOC Lifeline Snapshot COVID-19 #26 (Final 3.28.20 1400) (Uploaded 3/29/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" FEMA COVID-19 Advisory 3/28/20 (Uploaded 3/29/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Executive Order on Staying at Home, Reducing Gathering, Certain Retail Closures, Further Quarantine (Uploaded 3/29/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Dept of Health Quarantine Guidance for Critical Infrastructure Workers (Uploaded 3/29/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" CISA 2.0 Guidance on Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers (Uploaded 3/29/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" FEMA Director Peter Gaynor Letter to Nations Emergency Managers 3/27/20 (Uploaded 3/27/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" FEMA COVID-19 Advisory 3/26/20 (Uploaded 3/27/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Dept of Business Regulation Grocer / Large Retailer Guidelines (Uploaded 3/26/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Executive Order on Domestic Travel (Uploaded 3/24/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Executive Order on Primary Elections (Uploaded 3/24/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Executive Order on Public Gatherings, Close-Contact Business, et.al. (Uploaded 3/23/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Executive Order on Extended Period for Firearms Background Checks (Uploaded 3/22/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Executive Order on Alcohol Sales by Restaurants & Bars (Uploaded 3/21/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" CDC COVID-19 Daily Key Points 3_20_2020_FINAL (Uploaded 3/21/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" CDC Updated Guidance on Environmental Cleaning for non-Healthcare Facilities (Website Link) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Executive Order on Expanded Telemedicine (Uploaded 3/19/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" Cox Communications Relief for Residential and Small Business (Uploaded 3/19/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" Verizon Relief for Residential and Small Business (Uploaded 3/19/20)?3 / 6? HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" CDC COVID-19 Weekly Key Messages 3_17_2020_FINAL (Uploaded 3/18/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Commerce -- SBA Disaster Loan Assistance (Uploaded 3/18/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Dept of IT -- Microsoft COVID-19 Free Offerings for Businesses (Uploaded 3/18/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" National Governors Association 50 State COVID-19 Resource Page (Uploaded 3/18/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" US Govt -- "15 Days to Slow the Spread" Infographic (Uploaded 3/17/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Executive Order on Public Meetings and Public Records Requests (Uploaded 3/17/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Executive Order on Restaurants, Bars, Public Gatherings (uploaded 3/16/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Dept of Labor and Training Workplace Fact Sheet (uploaded 3/16/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Society of CPAs COVID-19 Business Planning Checklist (Website Link)?4 / 6? HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" RI Dept of Health COVID-19 (Website Link) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" OSHA3990 Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19 ?(Uploaded 3/15/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" EPA Disinfectants Approved for Use Against COVID-19 ?(Website Link) HYPERLINK "" \l "/bda7594740fd40299423467b48e9ecf6" \t "_blank" Johns Hopkins University COVID-19 Global Cases Dashboard (Website Link) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" CDC Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers (Website Link) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" US Chamber Coronavirus Resource Page (Website Link) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" CDC Workplace School Home Guidance Infographic (Uploaded 3/15/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" CDC COVID-19 Self-Check Guide (Uploaded 3/15/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" CDC Share Facts About COVID-19 (Uploaded 3/15/20)?5 / 6? HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" US Chamber Guidance For Employers to Plan and Respond to the Coronavirus (Uploaded 3/15/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" US Chamber Coronavirus Customizable Flyer (Uploaded 3/15/20) HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" US Chamber Coronavirus Workplace Tips for Employees (Uploaded 3/15/20)?6 / 6?RI Manufacturing Talent Exchange: Some companies are displacing employees, others are hiring. The Talent Exchange connects both scenarios for an easier transition of experienced floor workers into similar situations with need.? Production:?Helps Polaris MEP and RITIN gauge the capabilities of the local/regional supply chain so we can address critical needs as quickly as possible.? your business is slowing down, WorkShare may be a viable alternative to layoffs. Eligibility and program details available at? WorkplacesOSHA guidance on preparing workplaces for COVID-19 coronavirus.CDC Workplace/ Home/ School guidance?printable flyers.How to deal with sick employees who come into work? The?Rhode Island Department of Health’s official page?has the latest information on the novel coronavirus. People or businesses with general questions and/or questions of how to follow the latest guidance should call 401-222-8022. If inquiring outside of business hours, dial 211.The Rhode Island Manufacturers Association?has additional links on their website.Supporting EmployeesThe Rhode Island DLT has programs to help employees out sick or not allowed to work. Contact them at?dlt.realjobs@dlt..The DLT has filed an emergency regulation to waive the waiting period for COVID-related unemployment insurance (UI) claims. If employees are laid off from their position due to temporary business closure/other circumstances where they are not (self-)quarantined but are out of work, they may be eligible to apply for UI.? with employees the latest?DLT COVID-19 Workplace Fact Sheet.Disaster Recovery PlanningMany Polaris MEP clients have disaster recovery plans associated with their?ISO certification. Revisit and update these plans.At this time, physical security and access planning is critical.IT system preparedness and remote working may be necessary.Please?contact Polaris MEP for help?with these plans or connection to other resources.Funding AssistanceSome manufacturers have asked for funding assistance, as they see immediate revenue decline due to COVID-19 coronavirus.SBA Coronavirus Relief Options –? Disaster Loan Assistance Program – Eligible RI manufacturers affected by the coronavirus since 1/31/20 can apply for a loan of up to $2Million with a 30-year timeline for repayment. Nine-month window to apply.?Click here for RI details.Have questions regarding access to capital and other lending options? Call the Rhode Island Commerce Corp. Small Business Hotline at 401-521-HELP (401-521-4357) or email?info@.Business ContinuitySuggested practical recommendations and planning activities?to consider for preparation and response.The RI Society of Certified Public Accounts has a good checklist of?suggestions/links to resources for Business Continuity Planning.Business insurance should be part of your Business Continuity Plan. Review your coverage to understand scenarios of where you are covered vs. potential holes. The?Small Business Association?and the?RI Small Business Development Center?can help connect you to supportive experts.Business Continuity Planning is about resilience. Contact us to learn how Polaris MEP can?help you plan and implement procedures?related to your product lines and/or supply chain.Learning & EventsPolaris MEP is bringing?educational and group training events?online.UPCOMING WEBINARS:April 9, 2020, 12p —?Industrial Internet of ThingsYou can always “learn on demand” with our?YouTube channel for videos specific to RI manufacturing.And,?subscribe to our blog. We’re collecting and sharing best practices from manufacturers around the state and the globe.Candid by GrantspaceFunding for coronavirus (COVID-19) - Candid's pop-up webpage shares information about philanthropy's response to the pandemic.Find Your State Association of Nonprofits map - Click on your state to find your nonprofit state association's website on the National Council of Nonprofits' map. Your state association is a great place to find local resources and the latest COVID-19 news affecting nonprofits in your area.CARES Act: How to Apply for Nonprofit Relief Funds - A guide created by Independent SectorLoans Available for Nonprofits in the CARES Act - chart from National Council of Nonprofits providing details on loan options, eligibility criteria, terms, and application information.State Public Policy Resources on COVID-19 - National Council of Nonprofits' page for nonprofit-specific materials from state officials and useful resources on what states are doing in response to COVID-19.Esri (GIS) Disaster Response Program - Esri is providing the ArcGIS Hub Coronavirus Response template at no cost?through a complimentary six-month subscription of ArcGIS Online with ArcGIS Hub Basic. The template includes examples, materials, and configurations to rapidly deploy an ArcGIS Hub environment. ArcGIS Hub is a framework to build your own website to visualize and analyze the COVID-19 crisis in the context of your organization's or community's population and assets.Seed Commons: Worker Response Fund - Fund will provide direct support to worker-owners at cooperative businesses most affected by closures and downturn associated with the COVID-19 outbreak, such as food service businesses, custom manufacturing, and child care cooperatives.Nationwide list of community foundation relief efforts - An aggregated list by The Community Foundation Public Awareness Initiative.FOR INDIVIDUALS:If you need assistance finding food, paying housing bills, accessing free childcare, or other essential services, dial 211 to speak to someone at the United Way who can help. NOTE: Financial assistance is NOT available through every 211. also has a comprehensive list of available resources for the following needs:Health insurance & medical expensesHome Internet accessUnemployment benefitsFederal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Mortgage, rent, and utilities payment assistanceSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)/Food StampsFood AssistanceRelief for "gig economy" workers and contractorsMental health and crisisEMERGENCY GRANTS FOR INDIVIDUALSCOVID-19 Emergency Fund (Cambridge, MA - Cambridge Community Foundation) - Must be a resident of Cambridge, MA*?Season of Sharing Fund (Sarasota County, FL - Community Foundation of Sarasota County) - Funds go directly to nonprofits; to receive funds from Season of Sharing, individuals must be working with a case worker at a social service agency. United Way 2-1-1 assists potential clients in finding the appropriate agency.*One Sioux Falls Fund (Sioux Falls, SD) - to help residents in the Sioux Falls MSA (Minnehaha, Lincoln, McCook and Turner counties) avoid evictions and financial hardships if they are unable to work due to COVID-19 and if they are unable to qualify for federal or state assistance. Nonprofits, the County and the City will coordinate to distribute the funds to make sure assistance gets into the right hands.ONE22 COVID-19 Financial Relief Awards (Teton, WY) - Need-based awards for anyone who lives or works in Teton County, WY, and has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.Neighbor-to-Neighbor Grants (Berkshire Taconic area, NY) - Small grants (generally around $500) to help those with overdue utilities, medical bills, short-term housing costs and transportation problems.It Takes a Village Emergency Funds (Parenting Journey) - Stipend to ease financial burdens for Parenting Journey families.Bartender Emergency Assistance ProgramDoorDash COVID-19 Financial Assistance Program - Financial assistance for eligible Dashers that are diagnosed with COVID-19 and have been active on the DoorDash platform for at least 60 days and have completed at least 30 deliveries in the last 30 days.*One Family, Los Angeles - A fund in development that will distribute grants directly to families in need in Los Angeles, CA; refer to the FAQ page for information about how to access these funds.Real Change Vendor Relief Fund - Cash cards and gift cards to supplement reduced income for Real Change vendors.*Asian Pacific Environmental Network (APEN) Emergency Community Stabilization Fund - Will distribute mutual aid directly to Asian immigrants and refugees in areas where APEN works (Oakland & Richmond, CA).Freelancers Relief Fund - Assistance of up to $1,000 per household for any independent worker in the U.S. who has primarily earned income through freelance work for at least one year and has experienced a recent, sudden, and unforeseen hardship or loss of income as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic. - A leading freelance & work-from-home job site is offering free job searching and access to its business tools to help independent workers better manage jobs and gigs.A Better Balance - A free helpline (call or email) that offers answers to questions about the law for workers facing issues at work related to sick, family, or medical leave.New Mexico Caregiver Emergency Child Care Grants - Immediate grants to New Mexico’s caregivers and home care workers who have a young child/children (aged 0-12) in child care settings.*One Fair Wage - Emergency Coronavirus Tipped & Service Worker Support Fund - Cash assistance to restaurant workers, care service drivers, deliver workers, personal service workersUnited Way of Western Connecticut ALICE Emergency Fund - Provides fresh produce for individuals & families living in the 15 cities/towns this United Way serves in Western Connecticut.Napa Valley Emergency Financial Assistance Program - Financial help for workers who live in Napa County, CA.One Louisville (KY) COVID-19 Response Fund - Household assistance for Jefferson County (KY) residents experiencing a loss of income due to COVID-19.*The Workers Fund - Help for gig and low-earning contract workers.Student Relief Fund - Resources for college students in need of support due to a COVID-19 campus shutdown (note: organization does not offer financial assistance)Humboldt Health Foundation Angel Fund - Small grants to meet immediate medical or health-related needs of individuals who are residents of Humboldt County, California.Young Nonprofit Professionals Network San Francisco Bay Area COVID-19 Relief Fund - Stipends for young nonprofit professionals in the Bay Area impacted by COVID-19.*One Family LA - Direct financial support for Los Angeles, CA, families most economically impacted by the COVID-19 pandemicNational Domestic Workers Alliance Coronavirus Care Fund - $400 in emergency assistance for home care workers, nannies, and house cleaners who have participated in activities of the National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA), NDWA chapters, affiliate organizations, circles and current Alia users.San Diego County Refugee Families Emergency Fund - Small, one-time grants to help refugee workers in the San Diego, CA, area.Restaurant Workers' Community Foundation COVID-19 Relief Fund - Emergency funding for those employed by or own restaurants or bars that are facing unforeseen expenses not covered by insurance.Sacred Heart Community Service Financial Assistance for Low-Income Residents of Santa Clara County (CA) - Fund is no longer accepting applications but you can add your name to an "interest list" if you meet the eligibility requirements.HealthWell Foundation COVID-19 Ancillary Costs - Assistance for households that have a positive diagnosis for COVID-19 and have costs associated with delivered food, medication, diagnostics, munity Foundation of Elmira-Corning & the Finger Lakes (NY) COVID-19 Micro Grants for Individuals - Up to $250 per individual for creative community service projects in Elmira-Corning & the Finger Lakes region of New York state.Hebrew Free Loan Society Coronavirus Financial Impact Loan (for NYC five boroughs) - Loans to support individuals with financial challenges caused by the coronavirus outbreak.Apron Inc. Emergency Fund for Restaurant Workers - Grants of up to $500 each for restaurant workers for all currently employed persons (at least 6 months) who work in locally owned independent food service businesses.American Kidney Foundation Coronavirus Emergency Fund - Small grants for kidney patients affected by coronavirus (NOTE: funds have been depleted & there is a waiting list).Free Speech Coalition Emergency Fund - Provides grants for eligible talent and crew of working in the adult film industry.Another Round, Another Rally Emergency Assistance - $500 relief grants for workers in the hospitality industry (dishwashers, bartenders, servers, bussers, chefs/cooks, sommelier, managers, hosts, concierge, cleaning staff, or barbacks may apply).UndocuFund for Disaster Relief in Sonoma County, CA - Help for undocumented individuals & families residing in Sonoma County, CA, who have lost homes, wages, or employment805 UndocuFund - Fund to assist immigrant families in Ventura & Santa Barbara County, California.Betancourt Macias Family Scholarship Foundation for Undocumented Families - Funds to support undocumented families and individuals impacted by coronavirus.Oakland (CA) Undocumented Relief Fund - A relief fund set up for undocumented workers who live or work in Oakland, California, and have lost their jobs or had their hours cut as a result of the Coronavirus and the shelter in place orders.Memphis (TN) Food Industry Worker Assistance - For service industry workers in Memphis, TN, impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.Northern Virginia Family Services COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Program - Funds for eligible residents of Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County, Fairfax/Falls Church, Loudoun County, Manassas, Manassas Park, or Prince William County, Virginia, that are experiencing hardship due to COVID-19.Cambridge Community Foundation COVID-19 Emergency Fund - Funds for those that live or work in Cambridge, MA, and have been impacted by COVID-19.Freelancers Relief Fund - Financial assistance of up to $1,000 per freelance household to cover lost income and essential expenses not covered by government relief programs.FOR ARTISTS (ALL DISCIPLINES):COVID-19 Freelance Artists Resources - an aggregated list of FREE resources, opportunities, and financial relief options available to artists of all disciplines.Creative Capital Arts Resources During the COVID-19 Outbreak - an aggregated list of financial resources for artists working in all disciplines.New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) Emergency Grants - for artists in multiple disciplines and geographic regions.Dramatists Guild Foundation Emergency Grants - DGF provides emergency financial assistance to individual playwrights, composers, lyricists, and bookwriters in dire need of funds due to severe hardship or unexpected illness. DGF will be processing Emergency Grants based on severity of need, especially as it relates to Coronavirus (COVID-19).CERF+ COVID-19 Response Fund - A fund to support artists working in the craft discliplines.Artist Relief Tree - A crowdfunding campaign that allows artists to request funds (NOTE: the campaign already has more applications for funding than it can accommodate at this time)Americans for the Arts Coronavirus Resource & Response Center - Includes a list of funding/grants resources.Artist Relief Fund (Cambridge, MA - Cambridge Community Foundation) - One-time relief funds to arts organizations & artists who live, work, create, and/or perform in Cambridge, MA.Boston Artist Relief Fund - Grants of $500 & $1,000 to individual artists who live in Boston whose creative practices & incomes are being adversely impacted by COVID-19Taking Care COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund (theatreWashington) - Grants to Washington-area theater professionals who face financial hardship from immediate closings, postponed productions, and other lost wages.* HYPERLINK "" Emergecy Grant Program (Musicians Foundation) - Eligible applicants receive up to $200.*The Record Co. Boston Music Maker Relief Fund - Small grants of up to $200 to provide financial relief to Boston area music makers experiencing lost income as the result of performance cancellations related to COVID-19.*Langston Seattle Artists Relief Fund -? A fund aimed at helping those in the greater Seattle arts community who have been financially impacted by cancellations due to COVID-19.The Actors Fund Emergency Financial Assistance?- Emergency financial assistance is available for people who are unable to pay their basic living expenses (food/housing/health care) over the next two months.Rauschenberg Emergency Grants Program - A new emergency grant program that will provide one-time grants of up to $5,000 for medical emergencies.American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) Relief Fund - Provides support and temporary financial assistance to members who are in need.Equal Sound Corona Relief Fund for Musicians -? Relief for musicians who have lost income due to a cancelled gig as a result of the Coronavirus / Covid-19 outbreak.Foundation for Contemporary Arts COVID-19 Relief Fund Application - A?temporary fund to meet the needs of experimental artists who have been impacted by the economic fallout from postponed or canceled performances and exhibitions.MusiCares COVID-19 Relief Fund - Relief for lost income due to the cancellation of scheduled gigs or performances due to Coronavirus/COVID-19 precautionary measures.Sweet Relief COVID-19 Fund - Limited number of funds for musicians and music industry workers affected by the Coronavirus.Passim Emergency Artist Relief (PEAR) Fund - Grants for artists that have performed a show for Passim or taught at the School of Music in the last 10 years.New Music Solidarity Fund - Emergency funds to support freelance artists in the new/creative/improvised music community.The Arts Commission (Toledo, Ohio) Emergency Grants for Artists - Grants for individual artists and artist collectives with a residence or a creative studio within 25 miles of downtown Toledo, Ohio.Arts for Illinois Relief Fund - Unrestricted, one-time grants of $1,500 for eligible practicing artists in Illinois.San Francisco Arts & Artists Relief Fund - Grants of up to $2,000 for eligible artists in San Francisco, CA.FOR SMALL BUSINESSES:Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance LoansAmazon Neighborhood Small Business Relief Fund - Grants for businesses in Bellevue, WA, and the South Lake Union and Regrade neighborhoods of Seattle.Facebook Small Business Grants Program - Facebook is offering $100M in cash grants and ad credits for up to 30,000 eligible small businesses in over 30 countries where it operates.*Birmingham Strong Fund (Birmingham, AL) - will rapidly deploy resources to small businesses in Birmingham that are substantially affected by the Coronavirus.Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loans (Washington, DC )Delaware Hospitality Emergency Loan Program (HELP) - No-interest loans of up to $10,000 per business/per month available to eligible businesses in the hospitality industry.Maryland Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Relief Grant Fund - Grants up to $10,000 for Maryland small businesses and nonprofits.San Francisco COVID-19 Small Business Resiliency Fund - Access of up to $10,000 for employee salaries & rent for eligible businesses in the San Francisco area.Los Angeles City Small Business Emergency Microloan Program - Loans ($5,000-$20,000) for eligible businesses in the Los Angeles area.Denver Small Business Emergency Relief - Cash grants of up to $7,500 to small businesses in Denver that have lost the ability to operate because of coronavirus.Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan COVID-19 - Loans of up to $50,000 available to small businesses in Florida experiencing economic damage as a result of COVID-19.Chicago Small Business Resiliency Fund - Loans to provide Chicago-area small businesses with emergency cash flow during the coronavirus pandemic.Michigan Small Business Relief Program - Grants & loans to small businesses affected by the coronavirus.NYC Employee Retention Grant Program - Grants of up to $27,000 to cover 40% of payroll costs over the course of 2 months; for small businesses or nonprofits with 1-4 employees that have lost 25% of revenue due to coronavirus.NYC Small Business Continuity Fund - Up to $75,000 in interest-free loans to NYC businesses that have experienced at least a 25% reduction in revenue due to coronavirus.Beaverton (Oregon) Emergency Business Assistance Programs - Businesses in Beaverton, Oregon, that were ordered to close as a result of government coronavirus guidelines can apply for $2,500 per month in rent or mortgage reimbursement while the city is in a declared state of emergency.Hillsboro (Oregon) Small Business Emergency Relief Program - Grants of $5,000 for businesses in Hillsboro, Oregon, to offset losses associated with the coronavirus.*Entrepreneur Fund (MN) Small Business Relief Fund - Direct grants to small business owners in northeast & central Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin.Grand Rapids (MN) Emergency Working Capital Loan Fund - Quick turnaround loads to Grand Rapid-based businesses impacted by COVID-19.Itasca (MN) Small Business Relief Fund - County-wide relief to small businesses in Itasca County, MN, impacted by COVID-19.Dream Maker Small Business Emergency Relief Fund - Funds to provide short-term gaps of small businesses in Jackson, Michigan.Small Business Continuity Loan Program (KY) -? The loan program will provide zero-interest loans up to $25,000, with no payments for 12 months, for businesses with 10 full-time employees or fewer. *Applications open April 6*SBA Paycheck Protection Program - An SBA loan that helps businesses keep their workforce employed during the COVID-19 crisis.Michigan Small Business Relief Program - Grants & loans for eligible small businesses in Michigan.PMBC COVID-19 Emergency Access & Retooling Grants - Grants for eligible Michigan businesses looking to retool and manufacture critical supplies.Red Backpack Fund - 1,000 grants of $5,000 apiece to female entrepreneurs in the U.S. to help alleviate the immediate needs and support the long-term recovery of those impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.INTERNATIONAL AID:*Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta, Canada - Funds are being raised for nonprofit organizations in Alberta, Canada, impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.More coming soon - check back for resourcesHave a question about this topic? 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CloseCoronavirus ResourcesUnemployment Insurance Relief During COVID-19 OutbreakThe U.S. Department of Labor has resources to help workers and employers prepare for the COVID-19 virus (also known as novel coronavirus).Workplace SafetyThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has resources to help employers and workers prepare for and respond to coronavirus in the workplace.OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19?– Developed in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to help employers respond in the event of coronavirus in the workplace.Temporary OSHA Guidance on Respiratory Protection Standard?– This guidance provides suggestions and options to help increase the availability of N95 filtering facepiece respirators for healthcare providers.COVID-19 Webpage?– Provides infection prevention information specifically for employers and workers.Wages, Hours and LeaveThe Wage and Hour Division is providing?information on common issues employers and workers face when responding to COVID-19, including the effects on wages and hours worked under the Fair Labor Standards Act and job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act.Unemployment Insurance FlexibilitiesNOTE:?Check with your state’s unemployment insurance program?regarding the rules in your state.The Employment and Training Administration announced?new guidance outlining state flexibilities in administering their unemployment insurance programs to assist Americans affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.Under the guidance, federal law permits significant flexibility for states to amend their laws to provide unemployment insurance benefits in multiple scenarios related to COVID-19. For example, federal law allows states to pay benefits where:An employer temporarily ceases operations due to COVID-19, preventing employees from coming to work;An individual is quarantined with the expectation of returning to work after the quarantine is over; andAn individual leaves employment due to a risk of exposure or infection or to care for a family member.In addition, federal law does not require an employee to quit in order to receive benefits due to the impact of COVID-19.Learn how to file for unemployment insurance benefits.Support for Dislocated Workers and StatesThe Employment and Training Administration announced the?availability of up to $100 million in National Health Emergency Dislocated Worker Grants to help states, territories, and tribal governments respond to the workforce-related impacts of COVID-19.Job Corps StudentsThe Employment and Training Administration announced that it is initiating a?break for students at all 121 Job Corps centers from March 16 through April 14, 2020. The spring break period may be extended beyond April 14, 2020.Injured Federal WorkersThe Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs has published?guidance for federal employees outlining Federal Employees’ Compensation Act coverage as it relates to the novel coronavirus.Federal ContractorsThe Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs has issued a?National Interest Exemption to facilitate response efforts for COVID-19.Foreign Labor CertificationThe Office of Foreign Labor Certification’s?frequently asked questions regarding COVID-19.Flexibilities for Mine OperatorsThe Mine Safety and Health Administration will work with mine operators when it comes to the following recertifications:Annual refresher training certification (30 CFR Part 46)Surface and underground annual refresher training certification (30 CFR Part 48)Certified person; sampling (30 CFR §§ 70/71/90.202)Certified person; maintenance and calibration (30 CFR §§ 70/71/90.203)Exemptions to recertifications will not be granted; however, their due dates will be extended by at least the time the government is operating under the President’s emergency declaration.Please note: This exception does not apply to new miner training. New miners must be trained before beginning work. Once the Emergency Declaration is lifted, mine operators should work with their respective district offices to ensure that all certifications are conducted in a timely manner.Supporting Workforce Needs in the Agricultural SectorThe U.S. Department of Labor and U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a?partnership to facilitate the identification of domestic and foreign workers that may be available to fulfill critical U.S. agricultural sector workforce needs during the COVID-19 pandemic.Recursos de Seguridad en el Lugar de Trabajo en Espa?olEl Departamento de Trabajo de los Estados Unidos tiene recursos para ayudar a los trabajadores y empleadores durante la pandemia del coronavirus.Guía sobre la Preparación de los Lugares de Trabajo para el virus COVID-19Tome Medidas para Prevenir la Exposición de los Trabajadores al Coronavirus (COVID-19)NewsU.S. Department of Labor Issues Guidance for Respirators Certified under Other Countries’ Standards During COVID-19 Pandemic?(Aprl 3, 2020)U.S. Department Of Labor Announces New CARES Act Guidance on Unemployment Insurance for States in Response to COVID-19 Crisis?(April 2, 2020)U.S. Department Of Labor Announces New Paid Sick Leave And Expanded Family and Medical Leave Implementation?(April 1, 2020)U.S. Department Of Labor Adds To Guidance for Workers and Employers Explaining Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave Benefits Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act?(March 28, 2020)U.S. Department Of Labor Announces Additional Guidance Explaining Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave Under The Families First Coronavirus Response Act?(March 26, 2020)U.S. Department of Labor Invites Stakeholders to a National Online Dialogue on Paid Family and Medical Leave and Paid Sick Leave Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act?(March 25, 2020)U.S. Department Of Labor Publishes Guidance Explaining Paid Sick Leave And Expanded Family and Medical Leave Under The Families First Coronavirus Response Act?(March 24, 2020)U.S. Department of the Treasury, IRS and the U.S. Department of Labor Announce Plan to Implement Coronavirus-Related Paid Leave for Workers and Tax Credits for Small and Midsize Businesses to Swiftly Recover the Cost of Providing Coronavirus-Related Leave?(March 20, 2020)USDA and DOL Announce Information Sharing to Assist H-2A Employers?(March 19, 2020)U.S. Department of Labor Announces Availability of Up to $100 Million In National Health Emergency Dislocated Worker Grants in Response to COVID-19 Outbreak?(March 18, 2020)U.S. Department of Labor Takes Actions to Facilitate Response Efforts For COVID-19 Outbreak?(March 17, 2020)U.S. Department of Labor Announces Temporary Pause In Job Corps Center Operations?(March 17, 2020)U.S. Department of Labor Issues Temporary Enforcement Guidance for Respirator Fit-Testing in Healthcare during COVID-19 Outbreak?(March 14, 2020)U.S. Department of Labor Announces New Guidance on Unemployment Insurance Flexibilities During COVID-19 Outbreak?(March 12, 2020)U.S. Department of Labor Offers Guidance For Preparing Workplaces for Coronavirus?(March 9, 2020)General ResourcesVisit ?for the latest official information from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Task Force at the White House.For further information about coronavirus, please?visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s coronavirus website.Learn what the U.S. government is doing in response to coronavirus at?coronavirus?(en Espa?ol:?gobierno.coronavirus).Visit??for the latest official?information?from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Task Force at the White House.Visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) for?official Coronavirus (COVID-19) health information.Visit FEMA for?answers to coronavirus myths and rumors.See?Frequently Asked Questions about coronavirus.Find information on?assistance programs available to small businesses.Learn the best way to?donate, volunteer, or provide critical supplies to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.Print 30 days to slow the spread?coronavirus guidelines for America.GrantwatchBandCamp - Visit link for a list of local musicians to support via The Columbus TheatreBetter Business Bureau - How to Support Small Businesses during CoronavirusBig Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island - statewide curbside pick up of bagged gently used clothing and small household items. For over 20 years BBBS has kept millions of lbs of textiles from our local landfill and supported thousands of 1:1 mentoring relationships across the state. Schedule your pickup online at or call 921-2434.City of Providence - COVID-19 resource pageDESIGNxRI - Find a host of resources for the RI Design community.Eat Drink RI - offers a list of restaurants offering online ordering and takeout.?ECO RI - Updates for local producers, farmers markets, and more.Virtual field trips - Visit places worldwide for free.HealthSourceRI - For residents who do not currently have health insurance, but would like to enroll now, a Special Enrollment Period has been established to enroll in a plan through HealthSourceRI until April 15.Hotels in Providence and throughout RI are offering special rates for displaced college students.#LifeYourSpirits - raise funds to support workers in the foodservice industry whose livelihood is being significantly impacted by COVID-19. Proceeds from the #LiftYourSpirits campaign will support the restaurant worker relief efforts at the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation.MainVest - MainVest offers communities the chance to invest in local businesses, supporting local business owners when they need it most, while generating potential returns. Right now we're offering small business owners affected by the coronavirus a $2,000 short-term 0% interest cash infusion when they begin a community capital raise on MainVest.Mindfulness Sessions via Brown - Feeling nervous? Disconnected? The Brown Mindfulness Center is offering free, virtual, daily mindfulness sessions.?Narragansett Bay Commission - For folks with school-aged kids at home, our Environmental Educator is blogging daily with learning activities and we are encouraging young artists to participate in our annual poster contest ().Polaris Counseling & Consulting, LLC - Offering telehealth mental health sessions via video calls or typical phone calls for new and existing clients. Send an email to Jennifer@ to set up a session now.?Rhode Island Council for the Humanities: Visit link for the Humanities in the Age of Social Distancing Weekly Round Up: featuring stories that engage and connect. Rhode Island Foundation COVID-19 Response FundRhode Island Student Loan Authority - Coronavirus Relief ProgramRIMA and the National Manufacturers Association - Take this survey? to identify manufacturers with capabilities to help the US during this crisis.Women's Fund of Rhode Island - Politically Engaged Art Panel Discussion Via Zoom. Visit link for more information and registration. - Gift it forward program to help small businesses and more.ROCKSTAR LIMO - Private, sanitized limo ride for a date night escape or family outing to pick up local takeout and cruise around with a movie or stop by the beach/park for a picnic, etc.? Approximately $300 for a few hours of fresh air and supporting local business.RISLThe RI Student Loan Authority will help its borrowers whose income has been negatively impacted by the coronavirus pandemic by suspending their monthly loan payments for up to two months. This means you will have no payments due for two months after your request has been verified. This only applies to RISLA’s non-federal education loans. Interest will continue to accrue during that time period. If you are on auto debit (ACH) RISLA will suspend your automatic payments during this time. Unfortunately, auto payments processed before your application has been verified cannot be refunded. RISLA may in its sole discretion, discontinue taking new applications under this program at any time without notice.NASFAAState Financial Aid Programs Resource information:The following recommendations are taken from the?Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers?from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).? The full version can be found?HERE.Actively encourage sick employees to stay homeSeparate sick employeesEmphasize staying home when sick, respiratory etiquette and hand hygiene by all employeesPerform routine environmental cleaningAdvise employees before traveling to take certain steps:? Check?the CDC’s Traveler’s Health Notices?HERE?Guidance on preparing workplaces for COVID-19 per the U.S. Department of Labor:Guide offers information about how a COVID-19 outbreak affects the workplace, steps employers can take to reduce risk of exposure, and what to do to protect workers, etc.:? U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division has information related to requirements? under the Fair Labor Standards Act and job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act.? You can find that information?HERE.The US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has a website dedicated to the Coronavirus.? You can access it?HERE.Additionally, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has set up an emergency loan fund to assist small businesses affected by the Coronavirus.? SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans offer up to $2 million in assistance for a small business. These loans can provide vital economic support to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing.?? Information about how the process for accessing the loans can be found by?CLICKING HERE.These loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can’t be paid because of the disaster’s impact. The interest rate is 3.75% for small businesses without credit available elsewhere; businesses with credit available elsewhere are not eligible. The interest rate for non-profits is 2.75%ECONOMIC INJURY DISASTER LOAN ELIGIBILITY?Who is eligible:A small business concernMost private non-profits of any sizeA small business engaged in aquacultureSmall agricultural cooperative?Eligibility criteria:Located (physical presence) within the declared disaster areaHave suffered, or are likely to suffer, substantial economic injury as a result of the disasterDo not have Credit Available ElsewhereThe size of the applicant alone (without affiliates) must not exceed the size standard for the industry in which the applicant is primarily engaged andThe size of the applicant combined with its affiliates must not exceed the size standard designated for either the primary industry of the applicant alone or the primary industry of the applicant and its affiliates, whichever is higher.Must be an independently owned and operated business?Ineligible EIDL Applicants:Lending and Investment Concerns (except for real estate investments held for rental)Multi-level sales distribution (Pyramid) ConcernsSpeculative ActivitiesNon-profit Organizations that are not considered a Private Non-ProfitConsumer and Marketing Cooperatives (other cooperatives and small agricultural cooperatives are eligible)Not a small business concern (except for PNP of any size)Gambling concerns ( concerns that derive more than one-third of their annual gross revenue for legal gambling activities)Casinos, racetracks, etc.( businesses whose purpose for being is gamblingLoan packagers who derives more than one-third of their annual volume from the preparation of applications seeking financial assistance from SBA)Religious organizationsPolitical or lobbying concernsPawn shops (when 50% or more of previous year’s income was derived from interest)Real estate developersLife insurance companiesConcerns engaged in illegal activities (as defined by Federal guidelines)Government-owned concerns (except for businesses owned or controlled by a Native American tribe)Concerns with principals incarcerated, on parole or probationConcerns engaged in live performances of, or the sale of products, services, of a prurient sexual natureBusinesses considered as hobbiesConcerns not located in the declared disasterConcerns determined to have credit available elsewhereConcerns involved in change in ownership situations.Concerns established post-disasterPNPs engaged in aquacultureFeedlot operatorsAgricultural enterprisesMembers of congressEffective March 25, 2020, (announcement by publication of a notice in the Federal Register will follow), SBA expanded program eligibility to include small businesses nationwide adversely impacted under the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Emergency Declaration issued by President Trump on March 13, 2020 (“COVID-19 Emergency Declaration”). Because the COVID-19 Emergency Declaration covers all states, territories, and the District of Columbia, eligible small businesses under the EBL Pilot Program include small businesses located in any state, territory and the District of Columbia that have been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 emergency. The notice also stated that all references to disasters in the EBL Pilot Program requirements will include the COVID-19 emergency. In the same notice, SBA extended the term of the EBL Pilot Program through March 13, 2021. EBL loans can only be made up to six months after the date of an applicable Presidential Disaster Declaration. For the COVID-19 Emergency Declaration, EBL loans can be approved through March 13, 2021.?Click here to download the full guide.On March 18th, the Senate passed?H.R. 6201,?the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. ?This bill provides, among other things, provisions to address Paid Sick Leave, Paid Family and Medical Leave, and Unemployment Insurance for workers displaced by the ongoing outbreak.? Furthermore, it includes provisions to provide diagnostic testing for coronavirus, and bolsters Medicaid and nutrition programs for at risk populations.??Click here to see the U.S. Chamber’s summary.??Congress has approved $350 billion in emergency loans for small businesses to help them keep workers employed. In fact, if small businesses maintain or later restore their payrolls, they may not have to repay some — or possibly any — of the loan.?SMALL BUSINESS RELIEF IN THE CARES ACTThe?Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) has passed the House and Senate. As written, the CARES Act would provide significant relief for small businesses, including $300 billion for Small Business Administration (SBA) loan guarantees and subsidies and additional funding for SBA resources.?Click here for more in depth information and resources.The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has developed guides to assist businesses access resources created under the CARES Act (Phase III bill).???NEW - Guide to SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL)?NEW - Guide to the Employee Retention Tax Credit???UPDATED – Coronavirus Emergency Loans Small Business Guide and Checklist (Paycheck Protection Program)The U.S. Department of Treasury issued additional guidance yesterday regarding the Paycheck Protection Program.? Links to the resources provided by Treasury can be found below, or on their?webpage.?A top-line overview of the program can be found?here.If you’re a lender, more information can be found?here.If you’re a borrower, more information can be found?here.The application for borrowers can be found?here.?Rhode Island Resources:.If you are an Employer or an Employee?that has been impacted by (COVID-19) There is information about assistance available through State programs.?The Department of?Labor and Training (DLT) will do all they we can to ensure impacted Rhode Islanders receive the benefits for which they are eligible.?Learn More?Rhode Island Commerce Corporation COVID-19 Resource Page?The Rhode Island Division of Taxation has created a webpage to address issues related to the coronavirus outbreak.?The Division of Taxation is closely monitoring developments pertaining to the coronavirus and is following guidance from federal and State officials.?When virus-related developments occur regarding Rhode Island state taxes, including any changes to deadlines, the Division will post them on the special webpage. For more information, please click?here,?COVID-19 Business Planning Checklist from Rhode Island Society of Certified Public Accountants(*Based on FEMA guidance and best practices). Covers everything from coronavirus business planning, continuity planning and dealing with clients and services, suppliers, vendors, contractors to communications and emergency planning for employees:? Offers helpThe RI Small Business Development Center (RISBDC) is working diligently with small businesses at this time on several fronts. First and foremost is work with business owners in completing applications for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL). Secondly, we are also available to discuss strategies to minimize the impact on small businesses as well as to have the best possible chance to survive through the current situation. Thirdly, there are a number of seminars and workshops that will be offered virtually that we will present to the business community.Small business owners can call the SBDC at??401-874-7232?or register for business counseling at? get into the system.Gift it Forward’ Website in Support of Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19In his role as Chair of Rhode Island’s Small Business Advocacy Council, Lt. Governor Daniel McKee today joined Justin Gontarek and Nicholas Rego, founders of Oceanside Graphics RI, to announce Gift it Forward, a new website that makes it easier for Rhode Islanders to support small businesses impacted by COVID-19.The website,? HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" ,was announced during a small business conference call hosted by the Lt. Governor’s Office on Tuesday. The site features three main resources:Business registration:?Small business owners can submit information on how Rhode Islanders can purchase gift cards from their business. Once approved, the business will be added to a categorized database on the site.?Community nominations:?Rhode Islanders can nominate local businesses to be included in the gift card database. All businesses will be contacted before their information appears on the site.???Corporate giving:?Larger companies interested in supporting small businesses can submit their contact information through the site and the Gift it Forward team will work to connect them with a business in need.??Northern Rhode Island Communities Establish Help for BusinessesThe City of Pawtucket has launched an emergency loan program for retail and service industry businesses effected by Covid-19.?Click here for a link to the application.Latest Rhode Island updates as of 4/01/20?Click here for a?Summary of how Rhode Island will benefit from the $2.2 Trillion Dollar Stimulus?PackageGovernor, Dr. Alexander-Scott Announce New Guidelines for Large RetailersAs of 5 p.m. Thursday, March 26th, all open?big-box stores such as supermarkets and large chain retailers must?comply with? new regulations. Only 20 percent of the building's fire capacity can be inside at one time, and an employee must be posted at doors to count shoppers. In addition, six-foot markers must be placed in high-traffic areas such as checkout lines. All stores must also offer special hours for seniors and other at-risk individuals, and only allow in 10 percent of the fire capacity during that time.?Local and state police will conduct spot-checks to make sure that stores are complying,?Click here for complete ernor Raimondo signed Executive Order 20-09, which shuts down all recreational businesses such as theaters, bowling alleys, etc. as well businesses that require close contact such as nail salon, barbers, fitness centers, tattoo parlors. She is also?is also now requiring business services such as law & accounting firms to work from home.The Governor continues to drive the importance of social distancing and good hygiene in helping to slow and beat the disease. These are critical issues for all of us and the more we help in that fight, the better off we will all be.To that end, although many states have already implemented restrictions for critical/non-critical sectors, the Governor still has not followed suit and is doing all she can to avoid it. In her remarks, she indicated that the results of all the current restrictions will help determine if it is enough or not and still a day-to-day thing.?Finally, the need for PPE gear is still of the highest priority and continues to look to the private sector for help. Governor Raimondo and Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott are requesting medical supplies to bolster the State's inventory as we address the COVID-19 emergency. The list of needed supplies is located on the attached link.?Note that supplies can be donated or presented for sale. [rigov.]?For small businesses that are impacted by the shutdowns, Commerce RI has set up a hotline for assistance: 401-521-HELP.Care Access PartnershipGovernor Raimondo and Department of Human Services Director Courtney Hawkins announced Tuesday that the state of Rhode Island has partnered with??to increase child care access for frontline workers responding to the COVID-19 crisis. In addition to providing 90 days of "free, premium access" to their services, has created portals specifically for frontline workers and caregivers in Rhode Island.Starting today, frontline workers looking for child care can visit?rineed?to find a local caregiver. Rhode Island residents interested in becoming caregivers can visit?rigive?to register.?Emergency Regulations for Child CareGovernor?Raimondo announced that DHS has promulgated emergency regulations for Rhode Island child care providers that choose to remain open during this crisis.To the extent possible, child care facilities must operate under the following mandatory conditions:Child care must be carried out in stable groups of 10 or fewer;Children shall not change from one group to another;If more than one group of children is cared for at one facility, each group shall be in a separate room. Groups shall not mix with one another.Additional Information:Chamber member?Honeywell will start making N95 face masks at its Smithfield, R.I., plant, adding 500 jobs?Microsoft Providing Six Months of Office 365 Tools for FreeFor businesses, municipalities, K-12 and other entities, Microsoft is providing six months of Office 365 tools for free to enable remote collaboration, file sharing and video conferencing. They’re also offering free assistance to set up these tools.Healthsoure RI: Special Enrollment due to COVID-19Due to COVID-19, a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) for any Rhode Island resident without healthcare to enroll in a plan through HealthSource RI until April 15. Call 1-855-840-4774 to learn more or enroll.?United Way of RI and RI Foundation Form COVID-19 Response FundUnited Way of Rhode Island and The Rhode Island Foundation have announced the co-creation of the Rhode Island COVID-19 Response Fund, which has already raised $1.5 million. The Fund will support local nonprofits with direct service programs impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.Restaurants Switch to TakeoutGovernor Raimondo announced?that all restaurants, bars and coffee shops in Rhode Island will shut down and remain closed until further notice. Take-out and delivery service can continue. Restaurants are allowed to include beer and wine with takeout orders.?The quantities are?limited to 144oz of beer and up to two bottles of wine per order. You must show a valid ID to make beer and wine purchases.?View Chamber members doing take out.?Eat Drink RI,?the?Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau,and?Discover Newport?have compiled lists of R.I. restaurants offering pick-up and delivery.?Additionally,?Farm Fresh Rhode Island?is encouraging the community to use its Market Mobile wholesale service to get fresh food from local farms delivered to your home.??We encourage you to responsibly support our small businesses whenever possible.Alzheimer’s AssociationVirtual Support Group Calendar HYPERLINK "" Live NowWatch Eyewitness News This Morning CORONAVIRUS COVERAGE // RI Health Dept: Call (401) 222-8022 | MA Health Dept: Call 211 | Track Cases | CDC | Out of work? What You’re Eligible For | Q&A: Will I get a tax rebate? | Grab-Go Lunch Locations | Senior Shopping Hours | Community Focus | Photos | 12 Things to Know | WATCH DAILY / Coronavirus Update Shows on List: Support services available during COVID-19 crisis Coronavirus by: Bay GammansPosted: Apr 3, 2020 / 11:07 AM EDT / Updated: Apr 3, 2020 / 11:22 AM EDT Recovery coaches with Parent Network of Rhode Island demonstrate what a typical virtual meeting would look like.AddThis Sharing ButtonsShare to FacebookShare to TwitterShare to WhatsAppShare to SMSShare to EmailShare to More PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) ─ The coronavirus pandemic has forced many support groups to cancel in-person meetings, but that doesn’t mean support isn’t available.Below, you’ll find a list of organizations offering help to those in need over the phone or online:HotlinesImmediate medical assistance: 911Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)24-hour listening line: (401) 272-4044?or (800) 365-4044Mental health assistance: (401) 414-5465Veterans Crisis Hotline: Call 1-800-273-8255 and press 1 or text 838255Crisis Hotline: 800-854-7771, or text NAMI to 741741Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ): 1-866-488-7386Trans Lifeline: (877) 565-8860Victims of Crime: 1-800-494-8100In The RoomsIn The Rooms is a global recovery community with 130 weekly online meetings for people recovering from addiction and related issues.HopeHealthHopeHealth is offering virtual grief support groups on Mondays and Fridays through Zoom. Their grief counselors are available to offer support over the phone and Facetime, call?(888) 528-9077?to schedule.Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)DBSA provides online support groups for people living with depression and bipolar disorder to share experiences, discuss coping skills, and offer hope to one another. The groups are peer-led and are available for peers, young adults, and friends and family members.Alcoholics Anonymous in Rhode IslandAlcoholics Anonymous will host daily online or zoom meetings. They will also create a list of members who would like to support other alcoholics and newcomers by keeping in touch by phone; let them know if you wish to be on the list.Rhode Island Al-Anon Family GroupsAl-Anon is a worldwide fellowship of those who feel their lives have been deeply affected by someone else’s drinking.?They are holding all meetings temporarily online and over the phone.R.I. Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Development Disabilities and HospitalsThere are Coronavirus Certified Peer Recovery call lines available every day, 8 a.m. through 8 p.m.East Bay Recovery Community Center: (401) 302-6231 (English), (401) 602-6735 (Spanish); full-time drop-in naloxone distribution is also available.PSN Hope Recovery Community Center: (401) 598-6400 (Westerly), (401) 619-1343 (Newport)CCA Serenity Center: (401) 808-4810 (Woonsocket)Providence Anchor Community: (401) 889-5770 (Providence/Pawtucket area)Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART) RecoverySMART helps to address any addiction or harmful habit and offers daily online meetings along with an?online message board?and 24/7 chat room.The Alzheimer’s AssociationThe Alzheimer’s Association Rhode Island Chapter will make its support groups available online and/or by telephone amid the coronavirus outbreak. The no-cost programs will provide information to individuals coping with a range of situations related to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.National Alliance on Mental HealthNational Alliance on Mental Health Rhode Island has closed their offices but are available through email and phone. Reach out to BH Link at (401) 414-5465 in a crisis, or call 911. For non-emergencies email?remotehelp@. NAMI are in the process of getting online support groups, they will be available on their support group calendar.Parent Support NetworkParent Support Network will hold Hope Virtual Recovery Meetings Monday through Friday. They will also have availability to deliver Narcan/Naloxone and fentanyl test strips to any location within Rhode Island, call or text (401) 500-2998, Monday through Friday. Rhode Island Communities for Addiction Recovery Efforts (RICARES)RICARES is delivering Narcan/Naloxone and fentanyl test strips, Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; text (401) 680-0198?in advance.Project Weber/RENEWProject Weber/RENEW?are available for drop-in Naloxone distribution as well as needle exchange, fentanyl test strips, condoms, and other basic needs. Contact?(401) 383-4888, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.AIDS Care Ocean State (ACOS)/Education, Needle Exchange, Counseling, Outreach, and Referral (ENCORE)ACOS/ENCORE?have drop-in and delivery services for Naloxone, needle exchange, safe sex packets, fentanyl test strip kits, and HIV/Hepatitis C testing. Contact (401) 781-0665, available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Coronavirus Resources from Official Health OrganizationsWhat You Need to Know About the Coronavirus (Centers for Disease Control)Live COVID-19 Map Tracker (Johns Hopkins University)Coronavirus Disease Pandemic – Latest Updates (World Health Organization)?Financial Resources for Small BusinessesFinancial Resources for Businesses Impacted By COVID-19 (Homebase)Financial Resources for Workers Affected by COVID-19 (Homebase)Facebook Small Business Grants ProgramCOVID-19 Loan and Relief Resources for Small Businesses (Gusto)?Latest Coronavirus News and Resources from Upserve?Upserve COVID-19 FAQs and Customer ResourcesOnline Ordering Best Practices for Restaurants10 Ways For Restaurants to Supplement Income During The Coronavirus OutbreakKeeping Your Restaurant Staff and Guests Healthy During Cold and Flu Season?9 Tips and Tricks for Running Your Restaurant OnlineWhat Restaurant Owners and Employees Need to Know About the CARES ActWhat Restaurant Owners Need to Know About the Paycheck Protection Program6 Ways to Prepare Your Restaurant for Reopening After the Coronavirus Pandemic?Coronavirus News Updates for RestaurantsCoronavirus Information and Resources (National Restaurant Association)How the Restaurant Industry is Responding to COVID-19 (James Beard Foundation)Be Scrappy: How Restaurants Can Survive as Their Sales Plunge (Restaurant Business)What Should Restaurants Do During the Coronavirus Pandemic? (Restaurant Business)An Employer’s Guide to Navigating the Coronavirus (Gusto)Where Can I Find My State’s COVID-19 Employer Resource Website? (Gusto)Cancellations, Sick Leave, and Takeout: How Food Businesses Nationwide Are Handling Coronavirus (Bon Appétit)How To Support Restaurants and Their Workers Right Now (Bon Appetit)?Additional Coronavirus Resources for RestaurantsFood Industry COVID-19 Support?Dining Bonds from A List of Relief Funds for Restaurants, Bars, and Food Service Workers (Eater)Resources for Businesses Impacted by the Coronavirus (Cherry Bombe)The Coronavirus Action Plan for Restaurants (Donald Burns, The Restaurant Coach)Food Safety and Coronavirus: A Comprehensive Guide (Serious Eats)State of the Restaurant Industry Data Center (OpenTable)?Homebase resourcesWhite House Coronavirus Task Force WebsiteFAQs and general information about the virus including preparing and protecting yourself and what to do if sick, links to CDC and other federal resources by targeted audience. Alerts and latest news updates. Government Response to Coronavirus WebsiteInfo about the federal government response, links to news, guides, resources and other nfo. (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan ResourcesHealth and government officials are working together to maintain the safety, security, and health of the American people. Small businesses are encouraged to do their part to keep their employees, customers, and themselves healthy.SBAContentCoronavirus Funding OptionsGuidance for Businesses and EmployersLocal AssistanceJoin the SBA's Relief EffortsSBA Products and ResourcesGovernment ContractingCoronavirus Funding OptionsClick here to learn more about available SBA loan and debt relief options.Our nation's small businesses are facing an unprecedented economic disruption due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. On Friday, March 27, 2020, the President signed into law the CARES Act, which contains $376 billion in relief for American workers and small businesses.To learn more about the relief options available for your business,?click here.Guidance for Businesses and EmployersThe President's Coronavirus Guidelines for America - 30 Days to Slow the SpreadThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers the most up-to-date information on COVID-19. This interim guidance is based on what is currently known?about the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). For updates from CDC, please see the following:Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Preventing Stigma Related to COVID-19Share Facts about COVID-19CDC Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Web pageInformation on Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Prevention, Symptoms and FAQ?The following interim guidance may help prevent workplace exposures to acute respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, in non-healthcare settings. The guidance also provides planning considerations if there are more widespread, community outbreaks of COVID-19.To prevent stigma and discrimination in the workplace, use the guidance described below and on the?CDC’s Guidance for Businesses and Employers?web page.Below are recommended strategies for employers to use now. In-depth guidance is available on the?CDC’s Guidance for Businesses and Employers?web page:Actively encourage sick employees to stay homeSeparate sick employeesEmphasize staying home when sick, respiratory etiquette and hand hygiene by all employeesPerform routine environmental cleaningAdvise employees before traveling to take certain stepsCheck the?CDC’s Traveler’s Health Notices?for the latest guidance and recommendations for each country to which you will travel. Specific travel information for travelers going to and returning from designated countries with risk of community spread of Coronavirus, and information for aircrew, can be found on the?CDC website.Additional Measures in Response to Currently Occurring Sporadic Importations of the COVID-19:Employees who are well but who have a sick family member at home with COVID-19 should notify their supervisor and refer to CDC guidance for?how to conduct a risk assessment?of their potential exposure.If an employee is confirmed to have COVID-19, employers should inform fellow employees of their possible exposure to COVID-19 in the workplace but maintain confidentiality as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Employees exposed to a co-worker with confirmed COVID-19 should refer to CDC guidance for?how to conduct a risk assessment?of their potential mon Issues Small Businesses May Encounter:Capital Access?– Incidents can strain a small business's financial capacity to make payroll, maintain inventory and respond to market fluctuations (both sudden drops and surges in demand). Businesses should prepare by exploring and testing their capital access options so they have what they need when they need it.? See?SBA’s capital access resources.Workforce Capacity?– Incidents have just as much impact on your workers as they do your clientele. It’s critical to ensure they have the ability to fulfill their duties while protected.Inventory and Supply Chain Shortfalls?– While the possibility could be remote, it is a prudent preparedness measure to ensure you have either adequate supplies of inventory for a sustained period and/or diversify your distributor sources in the event one supplier cannot meet an order request.Facility Remediation/Clean-up Costs?– Depending on the incident, there may be a need to enhance the protection of customers and staff by increasing the frequency and intensity by which your business conducts cleaning of surfaces frequently touched by occupants and visitors. Check your maintenance contracts and supplies of cleaning materials to ensure they can meet increases in demand.Insurance Coverage Issues?– Many businesses have business interruption insurance; Now is the time to contact your insurance agent to review your policy to understand precisely what you are and are not covered for in the event of an extended incident.Changing Market Demand?– Depending on the incident, there may be access controls or movement restrictions established which can impede your customers from reaching your business. Additionally, there may be public concerns about public exposure to an incident and they may decide?not to?go to your business out of concern of exposing themselves to greater risk.?SBA’s Resources Partners and District Offices?have trained experts who can help you craft a plan specific to your situation to help navigate any rapid changes in demand.Marketing?– It’s critical to communicate openly with your customers about the status of your operations, what protective measures you’ve implemented, and how they (as customers) will be protected when they visit your business. Promotions may also help incentivize customers who may be reluctant to patronize your business.Plan?– As a business, bring your staff together and prepare a plan for what you will do if the incident worsens or improves. It’s also helpful to conduct a tabletop exercise to simulate potential scenarios and how your business management and staff might respond to the hypothetical scenario in the exercise. For examples of tabletop exercises, visit FEMA’s website at:? AssistanceSBA works with a number of local partners to counsel, mentor, and train small businesses. The SBA has 68 District Offices, as well as support provided by its Resource Partners, such as SCORE offices, Women’s Business Centers, Small Business Development Centers and Veterans Business Outreach Centers. When faced with a business need, use the?SBA’s Local Assistance Directory?to locate the office nearest you.Join the SBA's Relief EffortsJoin our team! The SBA is?hiring additional employees?to assist with disaster relief efforts. Bilingual language skills are a plus. Remote jobs are available nationwide.?SBA Products and ResourcesSBA is here to assist small businesses with accessing federal resources and navigating their own preparedness plans as described by the?CDC’s Guidance for Businesses and Employers.SBA works with a number of local partners to counsel, mentor and train small businesses. The SBA has 68 District Offices, as well as support provided by its Resource Partners, such as SCORE offices, Women’s Business Centers, Small Business Development Centers and Veterans Business Outreach Centers. When faced with a business need, use the?SBA’s Local Assistance Directory?to locate the office nearest you.Access to CapitalSBA provides a number of loan resources for small businesses to utilize when operating their business. For more information on loans or how to connect with a lender, visit:?(a) program?offers loan amounts up to $5,000,000 and is an all-inclusive loan program deployed by lending partners for eligible small businesses within the U.S. States and its territories. The uses of proceeds include: working capital; expansion/renovation; new construction; purchase of land or buildings; purchase of equipment, fixtures; lease-hold improvements; refinancing debt for compelling reasons; seasonal line of credit; inventory; or starting a business.Express?loan program provides loans up to $350,000 for no more than 7 years with an option to revolve. There is a turnaround time of 36 hours for approval or denial of a completed application. The uses of proceeds are the same as the standard 7(a) munity Advantage?loan pilot program allows mission-based lenders to assist small businesses in underserved markets with a maximum loan size of $250,000. The uses of proceeds are the same as the standard 7(a) loan.504?loan program is designed to foster economic development and job creation and/or retention. The eligible use of proceeds is limited to the acquisition or eligible refinance of fixed assets.Microloan?program involves making loans through nonprofit lending organizations to underserved markets. Authorized use of loan proceeds includes working capital, supplies, machinery & equipment, and fixtures (does not include real estate). The maximum loan amount is $50,000 with the average loan size of $14,000.Exporting AssistanceSBA provides export loans to help small businesses achieve sales through exports and can help these businesses respond to opportunities and challenges associated with trade, such as COVID-19. The loans are available to U.S. small businesses that export directly overseas, or those that export indirectly by selling to a customer that then exports their products.Export Express?loan program allows access to capital quickly for businesses that need financing up to $500,000. Businesses can apply for a line of credit or term note prior to finalizing an export sale or while pursuing opportunities overseas, such as identifying a new overseas customer should an export sale be lost due to COVID-19.Export Working Capital?program enables small businesses to fulfill export orders and finance international sales by providing revolving lines of credit or transaction-based financing of up to $5 million. Businesses could use a loan to obtain or retain overseas customers by offering attractive payment terms.International Trade?loan program helps small businesses engaged in international trade to retool or expand to better compete and react to changing business conditions. It can also help exporting firms to expand their sales to new markets or to re-shore operations back to the U.ernment ContractingSBA is focused on assisting with the continuity of operations for small business contracting programs and small businesses with federal contracts. For more information on federal contracting, visit? specifically:8(a) Business Development?program serves to help provide a level playing field for small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged people or entities, and the government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate. The 8(a) program offer and acceptance process is available nationwide, and the SBA continues to work with federal agencies to ensure maximum practicable opportunity to small businesses. 8(a) program participants should stay in touch with their Business Opportunity Specialist (BOS).HUBZone?program offers eligibility assistance every Thursday from 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET at 1-202-765-1264; access code 63068189#.? Members of the HUBZone team answer questions to?help firms navigate the certification process.? For specific questions regarding an application, please contact the HUBZone Help Desk at?hubzone@.Women-owned Small Business?firms who have questions, please visit?wosbready?or write to?wosb@.?If a situation occurs that will prevent small businesses with government contracts from successfully performing their contract, they should reach out to their contracting officer and seek to obtain extensions before they receive cure notices or threats of termination. The SBA’s Procurement Center Representatives can assist affected small businesses to engage with their contracting officer. Use the?Procurement Center Representative Directory?to connect with the representative nearest you.Quickbook small business relief initiativeWhitehousePresident’s guidelinesMasks for Humanity announces $1M relief fund to women of color entrepreneurs affected by coronavirus Island DeliversHorizon BeverageOne Fair Wage?– Emergency Coronavirus Tipped and Service Worker Support FundEmergency Coronavirus Tipped and Service Worker Support Fund?provides?cash assistance to restaurant workers, car service drivers, delivery workers, personal service workers and more who need the money they aren’t getting to survive.Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE)CORE is a national nonprofit organization that is dedicated to granting support to food & beverage service employees with children, who are faced with life-altering circumstances and in need of help.?Another Round, Another Rally FundARAR is offering $500 relief grants for hospitality workers who lost their jobs or had their hours slashed in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak.United States Bartenders Guild National Charity Foundation – Bartender Emergency Assistance ProgramDonate or apply to the USBG Bartender Emergency Assistance Program. You do NOT?need to be a USBG member to apply for a philanthropic grant.Emergency Fund for U.S. SommeliersThe United Sommelier Foundation?started a fund that can be accessed immediately by restaurant sommeliers in the U.S. whose hours have been cut or jobs have been eliminated due to the COVID-19 crisis.Lift Your Spirits FundThe National Restaurant Association Educational Fund has launched??to raise money for food service workers who have been impacted by COVID-19. Proceeds from this fundraising campaign will support the restaurant worker relief efforts at the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. Apply For a Grant.? Or Donate.Restaurant Employee Relief FundThe?Restaurant Employee Relief Fund was created to help restaurant industry employees experiencing extraordinary hardship in the wake of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak. Through this Fund, grants will be made to restaurant industry employees who have been impacted by COVID-19, including a decrease in wages or loss of employment.?Grants will be awarded as soon as possible to those individuals who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria, as reviewed and verified by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF). This Fund is operated by the NRAEF, whose mission is to attract, empower and advance today’s and tomorrow’s restaurant and foodservice workers. Donate or Apply online.ROC ReliefRestaurant Opportunities Centers United is providing resources and financial assistance to restaurant workers impacted by the coronavirus crisis.The James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief FundThe James Beard Foundation recognizes the dire situation the food and beverage community is in due to the COVID-19 pandemic.?To help bring swift economic relief to these essential businesses, the Foundation launched?a fund that will be gathering support from corporate, foundation, and individual donors to provide micro-grants to independent food and beverage businesses in need.?Restaurant Workers’ Community Foundation - Resources for Restaurants and Workers Coping with the COVID-19 Emergency?including a newly established?RWCF COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund?RWCF compiled?an EXTENSIVE list of resources and links related to the COVID-19 Crisis on its website, and?soon will collect data (qualitative and quantitative) from affected workers and restaurant owners so that we can work with local and national leaders to address the systemic issues the COVID19 pandemic has exposed.?Restaurant After HoursResources for mental health and substance abuse from Restaurant After Hours?to support you on your journey.?America's Table#AmericasTable is advocating for support from the government on a Federal, State, and Local level. In addition to the Federal Stimulus Bill Petition already accomplished, work towards instituting a National Hospitality Census and?COVID-19 After Care & Systems.Independent Restaurant CoalitionThe IRC was created by an independent group of chefs?and organizations including Food Policy Action and the James Beard Foundation. Anyone can join and everyone has a voice. We support all organizations working to support our restaurant community as one united voice.?Industry UnitedIndustry United is a private Facebook group dedicated to informing and educating the restaurant industry about the COVID-19 outbreak. It is a place to ask questions pertaining to your restaurant, staff, safety and general information.National Restaurant Association Coronavirus Information and ResourcesNational Restaurant News COVID-19 Updates and ResourcesPayroll Protection Program:?HOW TO APPLY FOR FEDERAL RELIEF LOANSHere's the process as it applies to restaurants. Under the PPP, small businesses are defined as places employing fewer than 500 employees?per physical location,?or per restaurant, a qualification added specifically for the foodservice industry.?The National Restaurant Association?has asked Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin and SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza to spell out that definition for the benefit of local lenders. (Although the federal government is the source of the funds, the money will be dispersed in large part through local lenders, as per the SBA’s usual model.)?Unemployment Benefits by State?View Only Google SheetFood, Rent, Utility, and Medical Assistance by StateGigworker’s Collective Extensive ListMulti-State Coronavirus Policy TrackerView dashboard, maps, and other resources for tracking how states and localities are responding to the crisis.Access Council legal, FAQs, public policy resources and more on the Council Resources for Responding to COVID-19 page.Council of FoundationiOperationsDepartment of Labor: "Guidance on Families First Coronavirus Response Act and Employee Leave"Gallup: "COVID-19 Has My Teams Working Remotely: A Guide for Leaders"US Chamber of Commerce Foundation, "Guidance for Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus (COVID-19)".?WHO, "Getting Your Workplace Ready for COVID-19"Technology Association of Grantmakers, "COVID-19 Business Continuity Planning & Policy"GGM Nonprofit Consulting | "Leading Your Nonprofit in a Time of Pandemic"Coronavirus Tech Handbook: "A crowdsourced resource for technologists building things related to the coronavirus outbreak"Nonprofit HR "Coronavirus Digital Information Portal"Staff Well-BeingGallup: "How to Keep Remote Worker Wellbeing High"NPR: "Coping With Anxiety Over COVID-19"Psychology Today: "Sacred Anxiety and the Silver Lining of COVID-19"US Chamber of Commerce Foundation, "COVID-19 Workplace Tips for Employees". Provides best practices based on CDC recommendations for all employers and N | "Here's a list of disinfectants you can use against coronavirus"CDC Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019CDC Travel NoticesCDC Guidance on Coughing & Sneezing EtiquetteCDC Guidance on Proper HandwashingGrantmaking PracticeFSG: "Foundations, Use Your Balance Sheet to Help"Trust-Based Philanthropy Project: "Philanthropy Needs to Trust Nonprofits Now More Than Ever"ICNL: "Coronavirus and Civic Space: Preserving Human Rights During a Pandemic"The Chronicle of Philanthropy: "6 Steps for Grant Makers to Take Now to Ensure Nonprofits Recover from Coronavirus Spread"Lauren Smith from FSG,?"COVID-19 - Seven Things Philanthropy Can Do"Bill Gates,? "How to respond to COVID-19"Center for Disaster Philanthropy, "COVID-19 Coronavirus: How Philanthropy Can Respond"Helping Vulnerable CommunitiesChronicle of Philanthropy: "How to Help the Most Vulnerable Through the Pandemic"Repair the World and Amplifier: "All People Are Responsible for One Another: A Resource on Caring for the Sick in Times of Crisis"CommunicationsThe Communications Network: "Coronavirus Crisis Comms Triage Kit"Center for Effective Philanthropy: "Funders-The Time is Now to Talk About Recession Planning with Grantees"Northern California Grantmakers, "Guidance for Philanthropic Communications in a Pandemic"GovernmentIRS: "COVID-19 Relief: How Charities Must Document Relief Activities"United Philanthropy Forum: "Nonprofit Community COVID-19 Stimulus Letter"Philanthropy California: "How Philanthropy Can Support and Enhance the Government Response to COVID-19"Government Agency Websites Dedicated to COVID-19U.S. Department of Health and Human ServicesU.S. Department of EducationU.S. Department of AgricultureU.S. Department of LaborU.S. Department of Homeland SecurityU.S. Department of StateU.S. Department of Veterans AffairsU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyU.S. Department of the InteriorCenters for Medicare and MedicaidOther Resource HubsAlliance Magazine: "Facing the Global Pandemic: Dispatches from Alliance's Global Editorial Advisory Board'Candid: "Funding for Coronavirus"Center for Disaster Philanthropy: "COVID-19 Coronavirus"Early Childhood Funders: "COVID-19 Response"European Foundation Centre: "How are EFC members mitigating the impact of COVID-19?"Independent Sector: "Information on COVID-19"ICNL: "Coronavirus and Civic Space" & "COVID-19 Civic Freedom Tracker"Council of Michigan Foundations: "COVID-19 Resource Central"United Philanthropy Forum: "How Philanthropy Can Respond to COVID-19"National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy: "Philanthropy & COVID-19"National Council of Nonprofits: "The Nonprofit Community Confronts the Coronavirus"Philanthropy Roundtable: "Philanthropy & COVID-19"Philanthropy California: "COVID-19 Response"RI Policy Food CouncilMap ri supplemental foodHealth Data Progress InstituteGuide to Assistance ................
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