Welcome to the Greater Memphis COVID-19 Business Resource Center.
The Greater Memphis Chamber is committed to providing Business Guidance on COVID-19 for our business community.
We will continue to share up-to-date information, tools and resources to help minimize the impact of COVID-19-related disruptions.
The Greater Memphis Chamber Business Resource Center is sponsored by
COvid-19 business update - "safer at home" directive no. 16
Looking for a job?
Here is a list of testing locations in the Greater Memphis region.
Yes! The Chamber's Open 901 Business Directory is a free resource for showcasing businesses that remain open with modified hours or new service offerings during the COVID-19 crisis.
Do you have a business to promote? Fill out this form to be added to the directory.
Follow the Chamber on social media or look for the hashtag #Open901 to learn about businesses in our directory.
The Chamber is maintaining a list of suppliers for PPE items for business.
If you'd like more information, contact us.
Supplies of Personal Protective Equipment and some cleaning and sanitation supplies are limited. The Chamber has compiled the following list of local suppliers for these items.
PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM
NOTE: As of January 11, the Payroll Protection Program has re-opened. Apply here.
The Paycheck Protection Act provides federally-guaranteed loans up to a maximum amount of $10 million to eligible businesses, which can be partially forgivable, to encourage businesses to retain employees through the COVID-19 crisis by assisting in the payment of certain operational costs. View THE PAYCHECK PROTECTION ACT FAQ here.
The Paycheck Protection Program prioritizes millions of Americans employed by small businesses by authorizing up to $349 billion toward job retention and certain other expenses.
Small businesses and eligible nonprofit organizations, Veterans organizations, and Tribal businesses described in the Small Business Act, as well as individuals who are self-employed or are independent contractors, are eligible if they also meet program size standards.
- SBA Guidance on Accessing Capital for Minority, Underserved, Veteran and Women-Owned Business Concerns (Released 1/6/2021)
- Interim Final Rule on Paycheck Protection Program as Amended by Economic Aid Act (Released 1/6/2021)
- Interim Final Rule on Second Draw Loans (Released 1/6/2021)
For more information and updates, visit SBA.gov/PPP or Treasury.gov/CARES
Paycheck Protection Program Overview
Paycheck Protection Program Fact Sheet
Paycheck Protection Lender Application
Paycheck Protection Borrower Application
SBA Releases Details on Paycheck Protection Program
SBA Release PPP Guidance on Self-Employment
For more information and updates, visit SBA.gov/PPP or Treasury.gov/CARES
If you are a lender interested seeking more information on offering the Paycheck Protection Program,
contact Lisa Denson with the TN Small Business Administration.
SBA DISASTER ASSISTANCE RESPONSE PROGRAM
SBA Disaster Assistance Response Program for COVID-19 NOW OPEN
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Tennessee small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. Individuals who are deaf or hard‑of‑hearing may call (800) 877-8339. Completed applications should be mailed to U.S. Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155.
Declarations are listed here: https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/
You can see which states already have COVID-19 declarations and more about the online application process when it opens for Tennessee firms.
U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Business Loan Application
Request Free Advising from TSBDC for SBA Loan Application
Coronavirus Emergency Loans Small Business Guide and Checklist
Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), and Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster Loan (MREIDL)
EDGE Neighborhood Emergency Economic Development Grant
The EDGE Neighborhood Emergency Economic Development (NEED) Grant was created to provide relief to neighborhood-serving businesses in our city's most distressed areas. Grants of up to $10,000 will be made to businesses located in New Markets Tax Credit Eligible Census Tracks throughout the City of Memphis that have experienced at least a 25% loss in revenue as a result of COVID-19.
There is a requirement to sign up with TSBDC for free business counseling services here: https://www.tsbdc.org/swtcc/
If applicants have any questions, leave a message on the Grant line at 901-341-2100.
WELCOME TO MEMPHIS COVID-19 RELIEF FUND FOR HOSPITALITY & RESTAURANT WORKERS
Hourly workers in the hospitality industry who have been terminated may apply for one-time grants online on the Welcome to Memphis website.
DOWNTOWN MEMPHIS BUSINESS CONTINUITY GRANT PROGRAM
The Downtown Business Continuity Grant opened Monday, January 25, 2021 and is available for businesses within the CBID (See map). The grant is designed to help promote business stability and offer an additional lifeline to our small business community as they await second round PPP or other funding, or until the global immunization protocol develops and businesses are allowed to return to more normal business practices.
The Community Foundation of Greater Memphis Mid-South COVID-19 Regional Response Fund
Hosted by the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis Foundation, the Mid-South COVID-19 Regional Response Fund will provide flexible funding to organizations working with community members who have been impacted by novel Coronavirus and the economic consequences of the outbreak in our region of West Tennessee, eastern Arkansas, and northern Mississippi. The Fund is designed to complement the work of public health officials and expand local capacity to address all aspects of the outbreak as efficiently as possible.
Financial Aid Available for Certain Families That Lost Employment Due to COVID-19
Emergency cash assistance applications are being accepted online for qualifying families that lost a job as a result of the pandemic state of emergency. Read more >>
TN Creators Respond for Manufacturing PPE Equipment
TN Creators Respond is a program created by the Tennessee Chamber to help connect the dots between manufacturers and companies with the capability of producing, warehousing and or distributing personal protective equipment (PPE) or components of PPE that are needed in hospital systems and medical centers across our state. Read more >>
Latest Message from Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland
List of Closed Area Attractions and Postponed Events
Guide to File for Unemployment Insurance
Unemployment Benefits Information
Baptist Grief Counseling for People Who've Lost Someone to COVID-19
Urgent Shortage: Healthy Blood Donors Needed
Memphis Medical District Collaborative COVID-19 Resources + Support
Personal Protection Equipment Needed - Donate Here
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