COVID-19 Resources

There’s so much information out there about funding, regulations, recommendations, etc. We will update this page on a regular basis with information that is of interest to manufacturers.

• State Resources
  • CCAT – REV-Up Grant – Deadline 12/30/20
  • DOL – Public Assistance During COVID19 Pandemic – 4-6-2020 Update
  • CCAT – CT Manufacturing Innovation Fund Voucher Program (MVP) has been updated
  • Governor Lamont – revised Safe Workplace Rules for Essential Employers
  • NEW State of CT Hotline – 866-500-2333 for questions and concerns
  • State of Connecticut Business Specific Resources – https://portal.ct.gov/Coronavirus/Information-For/Business-Resources
  • State of Connecticut Resources – Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Information
  • State of Connecticut Department of Revenue Services (DRS) – Tax Filing Related Issues
  • State of Connecticut Dept of Labor – FAQ for workers and employees
  • CONNSTEP – COVID-19 Coronavirus Information & Updates
  • CBIA – Manufacturing Chief Shares Coronavirus Operational Guidance
  • CBIA – Guide to SBA Coronavirus Loans and Relief Programs
  • CBIA – Coronavirus: An Employer’s Guide
  • DECD – COVID-19 Business Emergency Response Unit
  • DECD – Recovery Bridge Loan Program
• Federal Resources
  • Small Business Administration – SBA Disaster Assistance in Response to the Coronavirus
    • Access to Capital 
    • Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
    • Express Bridge Loan Pilot Program
    • Government Contracting
    • Procurement Center Representative Directory
  • FEMA – Supply Chain, Delivery of Goods, Business Continuity Support: Contact the National Business Emergency Operations Center 24/7.
  • IRS – Federal Income Tax Filing & Payment Deadline Extension
  • IRS – Reimbursement of Medical Leave Costs for SMB’s
  • OSHA – Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
  • CARES Act – including the Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) a new credit program that offers loans for payroll costs and other eligible expenses for certain small businesses.
    • Cares Act Loan Calculator
  • CDC – Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
  • CDC – Cleaning and Disinfection for Community Facilities
  • WHO – Getting your workplace ready for COVID-19
  • NAM – COVID-19 Resources
  • SAMHSA – Tips For Social Distancing, Quarantine, And Isolation During An Infectious Disease Outbreak
  • SAMHSA – Coping With Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
  • SAMHSA – Tips for Caregivers, Parents, and  Teachers During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
  • SAMHSA – Returning to Work
  • SAMHSA – Helping Staff Manage Stress When Returning to Work
• CT Manufacturing Organizations – dedicated to helping CT Manufacturers
  • ACM – Aerospace Components Manufacturers 
  • CTMA – CT Tool and Die Manufacturing Association
  • EAMA – Eastern Advances Manufacturing Alliance
  • NESMA – New England Spring & Metal Stamping Association
  • NHMA – New Haven Manufacturers Association
  • SMA – Small Manufacturers Association
• Other Resources
  • Iowa State University – Protecting Your Business from COVID 19
  • Press Release from Senator Murphy – Medical Supply Chain Emergency Act
  • Financial Assistance for Businesses Hit by Coronavirus Crisis – Inc.
  • Leading Remote Workers:The Coronavirus Impact on Effective Management – Forbes
  • How to Respond if an Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19 – CBIA
• Non-Profits and Corporations
  • KIVA – Crowdsourcing investment company is offering 0% loans up to $15,000 with no payments for six month
  • Amazon Neighborhood Small Business Relief Fund
  • Facebook Small Grants Program
  • GoFundMe (partnered with Yelp) – Small Business Relief initiative will supply financial assistance and support to businesses across the country by providing fundraising tools and grants.

Please contact us if you want to share any resources you don’t see here or if you need assistance navigating the many programs available.

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