Surviving Coronavirus
The spread of coronavirus has had small business owners wondering what, if anything, they can do to maintain their businesses. While no one could have predicted how this pandemic would play out, there are many smart and practical things we can all do to set a stronger course for the road ahead, especially as we begin to reopen.
We are working to help small businesses, their employees, and their customers stay safe as we work toward recovery. To find the right tools to use, the right questions to ask, and the resources you need – including the 3C Fund Finder tool, visit 3C’s partner resource centers and check back on this page for tips and advice. We are in this together.
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Small Business Profile: Peninsula Party Rentals
As Feliciano Zavala writes in the San Francisco Chronicle, he is amazed that his Palo Alto-based party rental business is going so strong nearly a year after COVID-19 almost knocked it out. Following a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and loan and a revised focus on smaller events, Peninsula Party Rentals is finally getting back to…
Coronavirus Resources
Small Business Paycheck Protection
The Paycheck Protection Program provides small businesses with funds to pay up to 8 weeks of payroll costs including benefits. Funds can also be used to pay interest on mortgages, rent, and utilities. View sample application here. Applicants will need to apply with their bank. Fully Forgiven Funds are provided in the form of loans…
Facebook rolls out tool to make it easier to help during the coronavirus outbreak
Facebook has released a new tool designed to make it easier for people to request and offer help during the coronavirus pandemic.
$3.1M coronavirus relief fund announced for Detroit small businesses
The Detroit Economic Growth Corporation announced a $3.1 million fund to be used to help small businesses in the city survive the immense impact of COVID-19.
N.J. is giving out $5M in small business grants during coronavirus crisis. Here’s how to apply.
New Jersey’s smallest businesses feeling the economic pain of the coronavirus can begin applying on Friday for small grants offered by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority.
Emergency coronavirus loan not approved yet? SBA will now advance $10,000 to small businesses
The SBA has streamlined the loan application process for business owners, and now is advancing $10,000 to all applicants, according to agency spokeswoman Carol Wilkinson…
Downloadable Social Distancing Tool Kit Helps Retailers Keep Shoppers ‘Two Carts Apart’
In these unprecedented times, many companies and individuals are looking for ways to best use their skills and resources to be of service. For essential retailers and…
COVID-19: Ad credits for Google Ads Small and Medium-sized Businesses
We want to help alleviate some of the cost for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to stay in touch with their customers during this challenging time…
In a rare move, Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter, and other tech giants are working together to help developers combat the coronavirus pandemic with technology
Tech giants such as Facebook, Microsoft, and Twitter are all contributing to a hackathon project that encourages developers to build technology that addresses challenges and issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus: Instagram founder builds ‘Save Our Faves’ gift-card website to help rescue restaurants
The man who encouraged you to share images of lovely latte art, bountiful ramen bowls and fresh-from-the-farm salads from your favorite restaurants and cafes…
U.S. Chamber Creates Coronavirus Loan Guide to Help Small Businesses
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has created a guide to help small businesses, independent contractors, and gig economy workers prepare to file for a coronavirus…
Portland announces coronavirus aid programs for small businesses, low-income families
Applications for up to $10,000 in emergency grant funding to businesses opened Monday morning, will close 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, and businesses…
Google Commits $800 Million In Coronavirus Aid, Small Business Support
In a blog post, Google CEO Sundar Pichai said the company was committing $800 million in resources, targeted to help small businesses and those responsible…
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