Resources for Business - Covid-19
During this time of uncertainty and concern with the COVID-19 situation, we would like to share some of the resources we are finding and receiving from others in the business community. We suggest that you always source your information from reliable and trusted websites, organizations, and resources.
Help Keep Others Safe
As the restrictions begin to lift, it is important to communicate with your customers about how they can safely do business with you.
People are looking for re-assurances that they can have confidence in doing business with you.
It is important to show them your personal distancing policy in action. Show them how you and your staff are practicing the recommended safety guidelines. Let them know what to expect when they walk into your store, office or other physical environment.
We have created a simple graphic that you can post on your windows and doors to help remind your customers to wear a mask while entering your physical location.
Safety Resources
Official CDC Guidance for businesses
Guidelines from the Center for Disease Control on how to safely operate your business during the coronavirus outbreak.
Your local health departments, and public services can also be helpful.
Financial Resources
Emergency loans and small business guide – U.S. Chamber of Commerce COVID CARES act overview
Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
Information on low-to-zero interest loans available to small businesses who are financially struggling as a result of the outbreak.
Facebook Small Business Grants Program
Facebook is offering $100M in cash grants and ad credits for up to 30,000 eligible small businesses in over 30 countries where they operate.
Department of Treasury
NFIB (National Federation of Independent Business)
Small Business Administration (SBA)
Learn what resources exist that are specific to your local business community.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Messaging guides, poster templates, and more to help in your business’s immediate response.
California Based Resources:
Business related:
Los Angeles County Consumer & Business Affairs - Office of Small Business
844-432-4900
email [email protected]
LACDA Los Angeles County Development Authority - Business Recovery Loans for LA county
Assistance for Employers:
Employment Development Department (EDD)
Work sharing program site
https://www.edd.ca.gov/unemployment/Work_Sharing_program.htm
Rapid Response Services Fact Sheet
https://www.edd.ca.gov/pdf_pub_crt/de8714rbb.pdf
Local America’s Job Center of California
https://www.edd.ca.gov/Office_Locator/default.htm
Layoff Aversion and Business Technical Assistance, Los Angeles County
Email [email protected]
Health information:
California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development
https://business.ca.gov/coronavirus-2019
California Department of Health
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health