We understand that life, for the short-term, will be full
of uncertainty. Our mission is to
support locally owned businesses and educate communities and want to help keep
you informed about economic programs that have been established as a result of
COVID-19. The following national and
regional resources have been established to help Massachusetts residents. We
will do our best to update resources supporting businesses, employees, and communities
as they become available.
Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Program
The Baker-Polito Administration is committed to
partnering with the business community to navigate the outbreak of
COVID-19. Learn more and apply @ COVID-19
Resources and Guidance for Businesses
Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation COVID-19 Loan Fund
A loan fund of $10 million has been created to
provide financial relief to Massachusetts businesses [and nonprofits] that have
been affected by COVID-19. Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC) will
receive and process all applications for this fund. Learn more and apply @ COVID-19
Loan Fund
Springfield’s “Prime the Pump” will
offer funding in addition to federal and state money already available. Grants
will be available to restaurants that seek to reorganize their service delivery
operations to meet the public health restrictions and retain as many employees
as possible. $15,000 maximum
per qualified businesses. For more information and details on how to apply,
contact Timothy Sheehan at 413-787-6024 or tsheehan@springfieldcityhall.com.
“Prime the Pump” – Springfield, MA
Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Critical Grant
Critical grants provide funding for nonprofits
experiencing operating issues due to unforeseen emergencies or urgent needs
[such as the COVID-19 Pandemic]. Learn more and apply @ Critical Grants
[NPO]
Massachusetts Nonprofit Network
MNN acknowledges concerns regarding the spread of
coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impacts to Massachusetts nonprofits as
employers, conveners, and service providers. The link below contains resources
regarding Policy Updates, Actions and Resources for Nonprofits. Learn more @ Coronavirus
Massachusetts Nonprofits
One Fair Wage
One Fair Wage campaign is providing cash assistance to
restaurant workers, car service drivers, delivery workers, personal service workers
and more who need emergency funds. Learn more and apply @ OFW Emergency Fund
USBG National Charity Foundation’s Bartender Emergency Assistance Program
With the turmoil and uncertainty created but the spreading
COVID-19 virus, the service industry, and the beverage industry in particular,
is being hit hard. If you or someone you know is a part of the beverage
industry and is in need of financial assistance, please apply for an aid grant @
Bartender Emergency Assistance
Program
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