CORONAVIRUS / COVID-19 RESOURCES
The CFO BOSS team of business experts hope the following resources are useful to you during this time of unprecedented business turmoil caused by the Coronavirus Pandemic.
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As both, business owners and financial consultants with decades of experience, we understand how difficult the current economic environment is for most small to medium size businesses.
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We hope the following links help you as your business navigates this difficult time.
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If you need some guidance our experienced team of virtual CFO's and consultants would be please to assist you if you have any questions.
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Corporate and Crowdsource Funding
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Many companies, federal agencies, and private organizations offer grants for small businesses.
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Amazon’s Neighborhood Small Business Relief Fund
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Amazon’s Neighborhood Small Business Relief Fund pledges $5 million in assistance. Qualifying businesses have fewer than 50 employees or less than $7 million in annual revenue. And they must rely on foot traffic and be located within a few blocks of Amazon’s Regrade, South Lake Union, and Bellevue offices. To help distribute funds equitably, Amazon is asking applicants to anticipate expected losses associated with the coronavirus. Apply now.
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Facebook’s $100 million pledge
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Facebook COO, Cheryl Sandberg, announced Facebook’s pledge of $100 million to small businesses impacted by the coronavirus. Facebook will distribute funds to 30,000 small businesses across the 30 countries where Facebook employees work.
Grubhub Community Relief Fund
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Grubhub announced efforts to help small businesses in Chicago, New York City, San Francisco, Boston, and Portland. The Grubhub Community Relief Fund is collecting donations raised through their Donate the Change program. Officials in each of the five cities will help Grubhub identify organizations and small businesses that need help.
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Fundera 107 Small Business and Startup Grants
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Fundera has compiled a list of 107 small business and startup grants offered across the country. Each has its own eligibility criteria, and some include contests. Research each grant to determine if your business qualifies.
Other Specialty Grant Programs
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James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund
Opportunity Fund Small Business Relief Fund
Restaurant Workers’ Community Foundation COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund
MusiCares COVID-19 Relief Fund for entertainers and musicians
SBA Disaster Assistance in Response to the Coronavirus
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Application Requirements
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Business loan application (SBA Form 5)
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IRS form 4506-T
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Your most recent federal income tax returns
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A personal financial statement (SBA form 413)
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A schedule of liabilities listing all fixed debts (SBA form 2202)
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Local Government Relief Funds and Grants
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Atlanta Business Continuity Loan Fund
Chicago Small Business Resiliency Loan Fund
Connecticut, Greater Hartford COVID-19 Response Fund
Denver Small Business Emergency Relief Fund
Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program
Fort Collins Small Business Relief and Recovery Loan Fund
Hillsboro COVID-19 Crisis Funding and Emergency Grant
Kaimuki Small Business Relief Fund
Kansas Hospitality Industry Relief Emergency Fund
Long Beach Coronavirus Relief Fund
Los Angeles Small Business Emergency Microloan Program
Massachusetts Small Business Recovery Loan Fund
Michigan Small Business Relief Program
New Mexico COVID-19 Business Loan Guarantee Program
New York City Employee Retention Grant Program
Portland (Jade District and Old China Town) Small Business Response Fund
Sacramento Small Business Emergency Economic Relief Loan Program
Salt Lake City Emergency Loan Program
San Diego Small Business Relief Fund
San Francisco COVID-19 Small Business Resiliency Fund