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COVID-19 Information

We at Baltimore SourceLink have created this portal of resources specific to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak to help you stay informed, safe, and sane.

As COVID-19 progresses and communities become increasingly concerned with ways to slow and manage the spread of the virus, many startups and small businesses are suffering through a loss of sales, a decrease in supplies, responsibilities associated with employment, and concerns for their own health and safety.

***Note that resources listed are for informational purposes only. SourceLink does not provide legal or medical advice.***

Webinars

PPP Webinar- You received a check, what now? https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track/?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A8da7c594-316e-49db-94a2-cd9dfbcce60d&pageNum=1
Tax Incentives https://www.anymeeting.com/AccountManager/RegEv.aspx?PIID=EE58DC83804B3F
IRS Webinar for tax obligations for U.S. citizens living and working abroad https://www.webcaster4.com/Webcast/Page/1148/34796
Maryland Business Relief Wizard Identifies Relief Programs for You https://reliefwizard.net/
AWS-Solutions for Working from Home- https://pages.awscloud.com/Working-and-Learning-from-Home-AWS-Solutions-for-Remote-Employees-Students-and-Contact-Center-Agents_2020_0300-EUC.html
Federal and State Economic Disruption Resources for Small BUsinesses: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwE_icxCjxM&feature=youtu.be&utm_source=Survey&utm_campaign=db2aa28f27-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_04_01_07_37&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_ebb6f80bcc-db2aa28f27-
Frequently Asked Questions from the Federal and State EconomicDisruption Resources for Small Businesses Webinar-http://baltimoredevelopment.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/BDC-COVID-19-Webinar-FAQs.pdf
Webinar:Financial Tips for Businesses during Coronavirus

Wednesday, April 22^nd, 2020 AT 4:00 pm. Reply toofficemanager@fitci.orgto receive your webinar link

Presented by: Brennan Gmeiner, AIF, TLTC, WMS – Financial Advisor and Small Business Specialist, Turning Point Financial

The webinar will cover:

·        Brief overview of some of the best things for businesses from the CARES act

·        Tips on budgeting and the importance of organizing it during these times

·        Some general tips on working with cash flow

·        Discussion on loans and various lines of credit

·        Analyzing expenses to find additional savings
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is conducting daily webinars and conference calls to help small business owners understand and apply for coronavirus relief programs. The SBA offers these programs: Paycheck Protection Program, EIDL Loan Advance, SBA Express Bridge Loan, SBA Debt Relief. Calls and webinars are scheduled as follows:

3 p.m. – Daily Conference Call. 202-765-1264; ID # 827-299-626

5:30 p.m. – Daily Conference Call. 202-765-1264; ID # 310-688-488

10:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. – Zoom Webinar. Meeting # 6794772946. Have all your necessary documents ready

Need business help right now? We’re here for you!

Our hotline is—and will continue to be—open for your questions. You can still talk to real people and get relevant resources to help your business in general and throughout the outbreak of the coronavirus. Give us a call at 443-451-7160.

Here is a list of resources that can help Baltimore startups, entrepreneurs, and small business owners take the first steps to find support through local and national organizations:

Small Business Resource Center- Call 443-451-7160 or visit https://www.sbrcbaltimore.com/

Baltimore Together https://www.baltimoretogether.com/

Loyola Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship is offering virtual consultations-https://www.loyola.edu/department/center-innovation-entrepreneurship/community-involvement/loyola-crisis-navigators

General

Maryland Coronavirus Information for Business- https://govstatus.egov.com/md-coronavirus-business?utm_source=Survey&utm_campaign=db2aa28f27-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_04_01_07_37&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_ebb6f80bcc-db2aa28f27-364456029
Small Business Owner's Guide to CARES Act-https://www.sbc.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/2/9/29fc1ae7-879a-4de0-97d5-ab0a0cb558c8/1BC9E5AB74965E686FC6EBC019EC358F.the-small-business-owner-s-guide-to-the-cares-act-final-.pdf?utm_source=Survey&utm_campaign=db2aa28f27-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_04_01_07_37&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_ebb6f80bcc-db2aa28f27-364456029
SMALL BUSINESS RESERVE (SBR) PROGRAM

Certified small businesses have access to over $400 million in prime contracting opportunities on state-funded contracts through the Small Business Reserve (SBR) Program. SBR certifications can be completed through the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) platform by clicking emma.maryland.gov.

Once certified, firms must recertify annually. If a business is not in the program or needs to recertify, they should complete the SBR certification process immediately. Utilize this Quick Reference Guide for more information: procurement.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/03/7-SBRCertification_Recertification.pdf.
Navigating the Crisis from the Miller Center-https://www.millersocent.org/navigating-the-crisis-a-survival-checklist-for-your-enterprise/
Baltimore Development Corporation Business Impact Survey-https://baltimoredevelopment.typeform.com/to/YRr3Bu
Social Entrepreneurs Business Impact Survey-https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfEFgZhbExOzoDG1doZul_4X7piEx7xxIBj1-Zg4MkVpqlF8g/viewform
OneStop is the central hub for Maryland State licenses, forms, certificates, permits, applications, and registrations. ://onestop.md.gov/

Funding

*** If you are currently working with an SBA lender, please continue to do so. However, if you do not have an approved SBA lender, feel free to apply for funding using the Lendistry link below***

List of SBA Lenders: http://baltimoredevelopment.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/SBA-Lenders-in-MD.pdf

SBA Paycheck Protection Program Loan (PPP): //lendistry.com/
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Resource Guide)-https://secureservercdn.net/50.62.198.70/132.77f.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/PPP-Resource-Guide.pdf
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)- Financial Data Checklist-https://secureservercdn.net/50.62.198.70/132.77f.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/SBA-PPP-Payroll-Resource-Guide.pdf
https://govstatus.egov.com/md-coronavirus-business
https://www.baltimoretogether.com/
https://commerce.maryland.gov/fund/programs-for-businesses/msbdfa
Baltimore Community Foundation Community Needs Fund http://workplacementalhealth.org/Employer-Resources/Working-Remotely-During-COVID-19
Farm Loan Discovery Tool-https://www.farmers.gov/fund/farm-loan-discovery-tool
US Chamber of Commerce- The Save Small Business Fund https://www.savesmallbusiness.com/

Policy

Prepare your Small Business and Employees for the Effects of COVID-19

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/guidance-small-business.html

This list is being constantly updated. Know of a resource that you think should be listed? Email Naomi.shay@baltimorecity.gov and let us know about it!