We here at CCED realize that it is imperative that resources be available and easily accessed during these times. Below is a series of links and information collected from various federal, state, and local entities. Our office cares deeply for the county’s businesses and families. If you can’t find what you are looking for, contact our offices.
ATTENTION:
NEDED will be starting a second round of Stabilization Grants starting at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday October, 21.
Here is the link to the website: DED Programs and Grants
If you have any questions, please contact the office.
RESOURCES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
Nebraska Economic Development
NED has put out 2 new grants that will be for small businesses and livestock producers.
SBA & Treasury released the long-awaited guidance on PPP loan forgiveness at 10:44 pm on Friday. They also put out rules on how SBA will review loans to determine whether borrowers were eligible. Below is the analysis done by the great team at the National Council of Nonprofits.
- Interim Final Rule on Loan Forgiveness (Released May 22, 2020)
- Interim Final Rule on Loan Review Procedures and Related Borrower Responsibilities (Released May 22, 2020)
- Full analysis, https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/trends-policy-issues/paycheck-protection-program-loan-forgiveness-interim-final-rule-analysis
Small Business Administration – Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loans – Paycheck Protection Plan Application
- SBA loan that helps businesses keep their workforce employed during this crisis
- Economic Injury Disaster Loan Emergency Advance
- This loan advance will provide up to $10,000 of relief to businesses that are currently experiencing temporary difficulties.
- SBA Express Bridge Loans
- Enables small businesses who currently have a business relationship with an SBA Express Lender to access up to $25,00 quickly.
- Small Business Debt Relief Program
- The SBA is providing a financial reprieve to small businesses during this pandemic.
Annuity.org
NE Works
USDA
Nebraska Economic Development
US Travel Association
Nebraska Department of Labor
April 6, 2020 Unemployment Press Release
Unemployment Eligibility Information
U.S. Senate Committee On Small Business & Entrepreneurship
Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES Act
U.S. Small Business Administration
Economic Injury Disaster Loan Assistance Application
This disaster relief program is being handled directly through the SBA with no assistance, direction, or involvement with SBA approved lending agencies or banks.