W&D Coronavirus Resource Center

The coronavirus (COVID-19) is causing challenges for businesses across the U.S. We have compiled a list of resources to help business owners, management and individuals navigate this unprecedented situation. 

This list will be updated regularly as the situation evolves and new relief initiatives are announced. Last Updated June 4, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

Federal Coronavirus Relief

Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act

The $484 billion legislation, which is being referred to as the Interim Stimulus Plan, amends the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act enacted in late March. Among other things, it provides additional funding to two loan programs designed to help small businesses slammed by the economic shutdown.  READ MORE. 

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES)

CARES was signed into law on March 27, 2020.  The $2 trillion CARES act includes thousands of dollars in direct payments to most Americans, and significant loan packages designed to help keep small businesses and corporations afloat.

Loan Programs

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)

FFCRA was signed into law on March 18, 2020 and responds to the growing health and economic crises with provisions for paid sick leave, free testing, expanded unemployment benefits and more.  

COVID-19 Webinars 

On-Demand

Financial Resources and Loan Assistance

We have compiled a comprehensive, summarized list of COVID-19 emergency business loan assistance and disaster relief assistance at the Federal, State and City level.  VIEW HERE.

Loan & Disaster Relief Programs

Lay-offs and Business Continuity Planning

State Level Assistance

Since each state’s plan to assist businesses varies, the best thing business owners can do is check with their local governor’s office for the latest on state specific assistance, resources and updates. You can also check in with local small business organizations and agencies. Here is a list of state- and local-level small business resources to consult:

Tax Resources

Resources for Employers

Unemployment

Responding to Coronavirus

Preparing Workplaces for Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Midwest State Health Resources

 

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