We care deeply about the community here in our region, and we understand that COVID-19 has already impacted you, your team, and your business. During this challenging time, be assured that the Springfield Regional Chamber is here to support you however we can. We will be updating this page regularly to provide our business community with comprehensive resources in response to this ever-evolving situation.
COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION
VACCINATION DISTRIBUTION PLAN
FEDERAL SUPPORT
Since March 27, 2020 with the signing of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act. the federal government has passed several federal stimulus packages to support our business community, our health care system and providers on the front line of the fight against the Coronavirus, and direct payments to individuals and families.
PPP Support
PPP First Draw Loan Application
PPP Second Draw Loan Application
PPP First Draw Loan Application for Schedule C Filers Only
PPP Second Draw Loan Application for Schedule C Filers Only
Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Application (Loans Under $150K)
How to Complete the Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Applications (Loans Under $50K)
Interim Final Rule on the Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness (Loans Under $50K)
Paycheck Protection Program Calculation Form
Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Fact Sheet
EZ Version of Payroll Protection Loan Forgiveness Application
EZ Version of Payroll Protection Loan Forgiveness Instructions
December 2020 Coronavirus Relief Package
Employer Guide to Coronavirus Paid Leave Programs
Paycheck Protection Program FAQs
Treasury Guidance on Paycheck Protection Program for Self-Employed
CARES Act Technical Assistance Guide for Hispanic and Minority-Owned Businesses
Small Business Guide and Checklist for Coronavirus Emergency Loans
Guide to SBA's Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
Guide to the Employer Retention Tax Credit
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
Additional Programs
Staples offers Discount for Chamber Members
Eversource and National Grid Limited Time Offer
Comcast Business Offers Free Tools and Services for Business Customers
MassLive Offering Restaurant Ad Relief
Eversource Suspends Disconnects, Waives Late Fees
Relief Programs
Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program
Restaurant Revitalization Fund
Programa de fondos de revitalización de restaurantes
Massachusetts Small Business Grant Program
Transportation Services Grant Opportunity
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance for Self-Employed
Massachusetts COVID-19 Relief Fund
Community Foundation Critical Grants for Non Profits
Massachusetts Work Share Program
Rapid Response Pre-Layoff Service
Common Capital Fast Track Loan Program
LISC Small Business Recovery Grant Program for Massachusetts
Facebook Grants for Small Business
STATE REOPENING GUIDELINES
Massachusetts Reopening Resources
Complete Reopening Presentation
Detailed Industry Reopening Plan
REOPENING SUPPORT
OSHA Guidance
OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
OSHA COVID-19 Guidance for Restaurants & Beverage Vendors Offering Takeout or Curbside Pickup
OSHA COVID-19 Guidance for the Construction Workforce
OSHA COVID-19 Guidance for the Manufacturing Industry Workforce
En Español
Apoyo
Encuentre el programa de protección de cheques de pago Asistencia técnic
Programa de subvención de recuperación de pequeñas empresas de LISC para Massachusetts
Orientación y recursos de préstamos para las pequeñas empresas
CARES Act Guía de Asistencia Técnica para Empresas Pequeñas Hispanas y de otras Minorías
Información de desempleo de Massachusetts sobre el virus COVID-19
Guía de Asistencia para Beneficios de Desempleo por Pandemia
Reapertura
GUÍA PARA EMPLEADOS Estándares de seguridad obligatorios para lugares de trabajo
Reapertura de la lista de control del plan de control
Guía sobre la Preparación de los Lugares de Trabajo para el virus COVID-19
Guía sobre la Preparación del Personal de la Industria de Construcción para el Virus COVID-19
Guía sobre la Preparación del Personal de la Industria Manufacturera para el Virus COVID-19
Guía sobre la Preparación del Personal de Entrega de Paquetes para el Virus COVID-19
COVID-19 RESPONSE COMMAND CENTER
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
LOCAL
City of Springfield Coronavirus Updates
Western Mass Restaurants Offering Take Out
OSHA
Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
MASS.GOV
Counts, and Ongoing Testing Efforts
Mass.gov Guidance for Employers
Mass.gov Resources for Businesses
Small Business Recovery Loan Fund
US CHAMBER
Coronavirus Small Business Guide
CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL
CDC COVID-19 Information and Details
Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations
Other resources
