We’re Here to Help! – New Resources Added to our COVID-19 Community Resource Directory Update

Last week we launched our COVID-19 Community Resources Directory to assist in sharing information about resources available to individuals and businesses in relation to the current coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic. This week we expanded the directory significantly, adding more sections and tons of helpful information and links on:

Local, State & Federal Responses, Health & Safety Updates
Resources for Workers
Resources for Businesses & Employers
Food Access
Housing, Utilities & Internet Assistance
School Closure Info & Support for Students & Youth
Healthcare
Emotional Support & Physical Wellbeing
Census 2020
Taxes – Individuals, Businesses & Property Owners

….more coming soon!

Check out our COVID-19 Community Resources Directory

Today’s Top Picks for our Small Businesses

Resources

Recent SBDC Webinars (recordings, free!)
Emergency Cash Flow Resources and Opportunities
Prepping and Applying for SBA Economic Injury Loans
Understanding SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans

Small Business Administration
Emergency Financial Support:
 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) ProgramExpress Bridge Loan Pilot Program
Get help from our local district office in San Francisco: Call (415) 744-6820, email sfomail@sba.gov, visit www.sba.gov/offices/district/ca/san-francisco. Sign-up for email updates

Emergency Relief Grants
Verizon Small Business Recovery Fund – up to $10,000
Hello Alice – $10,000 plus ongoing support
Facebook Small Business Grants Program – cash grants and ad credits

City of Richmond Economic Development Office
Revolving Loan Fund Program
Kiva Richmond Matching Microloan

Take Action

Downtown Businesses
Help us help you! Complete our Downtown Merchant Check-in Survey

All Richmond Businesses
Complete the Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center COVID19 Impact Small Business Assessment survey
Sign this Small Business Majority/National Main Street petition calling on Congress to bail out main street.

How you can Support & Help During this Challenging Time

  1. Join us in following all health & safety guidelines published by Contra Costa Health Services: Stay at Home Order & Prevention

  2. Spend your dollars at Downtown businesses, especially restaurants! Many will remain open for to-go and delivery service. Visit our Business Directory for the most up to date info, check your inbox, and stay tuned to our social media for updates.

  3. Report cleanliness issues to the City of Richmond via their mobile app (search City of Richmond in the app store) or website.

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