The impact that the Coronavirus is having and will continue to have on our members and communities is unprecedented, however together we will get through this.
Below are links to resources we’ve collected that we believe will help you in this process. If you have any resources to share – please contact the Chamber (director@nvcoc.com)
Nashoba Valley Chamber Resources
Member Special Discounts & Offers
Comprehensive List of Business Hours of Operations
Got Meals? Donate a meal to a healthcare worker today
Updates & Resources
Commonwealth of Mass COVID (All Updates)
Governor Baker’s Emergency Order (3/31/2020)
WorkShare Program (alternative to layoffs)
Rapid Response Program (working closely with companies to avert layoffs and keep a skilled workforce engaged in the existing regional economy or industry)
Federal Resources
Small Business Administration (SBA) Coronavirus (COVID-19) Guidance & Loan Resources (HERE)
The SBA offers a range of programs for emergency loan assistance and guidance for employers. These have been created as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act (https://www.sbc.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/guide-to-the-cares-act)
SBA Emergency Loan Options (HERE)
In addition to its standard loan programs, the SBA has initiated several new temporary options to address the outbreak. These include:
Paycheck Protection Program (HERE)
PPP Opened to Additional Employment Categories (4/10 - HERE)
Economic Injury Disaster Loan Emergency Advance (HERE)
Express Bridge Loan Pilot Program (HERE)
SBA Debt Relief (HERE)
SCORE / SBA Previously Recorded Webinar On The Disaster Loan Program. (Click To View Part 1 and Part 2)
Internal Revenue Service Coronavirus Tax Relief (HERE)
Centers for Disease Control Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers (HERE)
Other Funding Sources
Town of Clinton Small Business Resiliency Program
Facebook Small Business Grants Program
Emergency Loans Small Business Guide & Checklist
Other Useful Resources
United Way of North Central Massachusetts COVID-19 Stand United Fund
Montachusett Regional Planning Commission Resources
Protecting yourself from scammers
Mass Cultural Council Relief Fund for Individuals