Also on this page:

• Financial Resource Information
• Employer/Employee Resources
• Additional Resources

Financial Resources:

AltCap Fast Start Loan: A regional partner, AtlCap has streamlined their process for loans up to $20,000 with a processing time of about 48 hours. The first month payment can be waived.

AltCap COVID Relief Fund: A new $5 million loan pool has been created for loans up to $100,000. Priority will be given to small businesses in retail, food service, arts and entertainment, hospitality, healthcare not directly involved in the COVID-19 response, fitness, personal service and transportation. 

Artist Relief Fund: A national organization, Artist Relief will distribute $5,000 grants to artists facing dire financial emergencies due to COVID-19

Employee Retention Tax Credit Program, US Chamber of Commerce: Summary of the application process

Evergy Assistance Programs: The region’s provider of electrical service is offering grants to nonprofits

Kansas Emergency Rental Assistance: This program assists renters with their housing and utility payments. Property owners must verify the person's status.

Facebook: Cash grants and online marketing credits

Main Street Lending Fund, US Treasury: Summary of the application process

Paycheck Protection Program, US Treasury: Summary of the application process

Restaurant Revitalization Fund: Summary of the application process

Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan Assistance:  Applications can now be submitted via the portal

Summary of Cross-program eligibility for Federal programs

Employer/Employee Resources:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Interim Guidance for Businesses: Workplace guidance for employers

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: Guidance regarding Covid-19 and non-discrimination laws.

JCCC Continuing Education Scholarships: Students may qualify on their own based on income. Or, employers may qualify automatically if they received EIDL or PPP assistance

Kansas Attorney General: Report price gouging

Kansas Department of Health and Environment: An index of frequently asked questions and recommendations by industry type

Kansas Department of Labor: Resources of employers regarding workplace safety, the shared work program and filing for potential unemployment claims. Resources for workers impacted by reduced hours or layoffs

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance: Unemployment assistance for those who are self-employed, independent contractors, "gig" workers such as Uber and Lyft drivers, employees of religious organizations whose employment has been impacted by COVID-19 or those who lack sufficient work history to file a claim or have been disqualified for state benefits but who are impacted directly by COVID-19

USDA: Frequently asked questions and resources regarding COVID-19 and food production, inspections, loans, plant and animal health guidelines and more

Additional Resources:

Small Business Administration: Business emergency plans

Woman’s Foundation: Webinars and updates regarding efforts to support women-owned businesses.

Crafting a Profit and Loss Statement: This financial report lets you know your company’s profitability. SCORE’s free online course will help you create a P&L.

Personal Financial Statement: This document provides lenders with an overview of your personal assets and liabilities SCORE has a free template for you to download. 

Tax Deadlines: IRS deadlines