COVID-19 Tool Kit for Businesses

It’s now more important than ever to support our local business community. Please be Patient, Stay Positive and Respectful, Let’s Work Together to Support Local Businesses

• As Businesses open, please respect and follow their rules for social distancing, sanitary procedures and safety measures.
• Many businesses have been closed for months.  Give them time to rebuild their stock and supplies.
• Some businesses may not feel comfortable opening fully and may remain closed or continue limited operations.
• Open Businesses may not be able to operate at full capacity. Service may be slower until fully staffed.

Participate in the "Support Local, Win Big" Passport program now through August 2, 2020. Download your passport to enter to win prizes here.

Other Ways to Support Local Businesses

• Buy gift certificates for use now or later
• Order Takeout or Delivery
• Call in your orders
• Shop Small Online and during live sales
• Follow and Share their Social Media
• Check in with Small Business owners and employees
• Check out the Chamber's Coupon Deals offered by local businesses

If you have ideas on how we can help one another, please email info@DublinChamber.org.

Local, State & Federal Resources

Job Openings & Unemployment

• Job Openings – Have you been laid off or displaced?  Check out our job listings for information on companies in the area that are hiring.
• Unemployment Resources
• A Backgrounder on Unemployment Insurance Under the CARES Act
• A Backgrounder on Health Coverage: Options for individuals who have lost employer sponsored coverage due to the coronavirus

Utilities Relief

• Columbia Gas of Ohio – suspending shutoffs for non-payment
• AEP Ohio  – suspending shutoffs for non-payment
• Charter Communications – free access to Spectrum Broadband and Wi-Fi for new, student households

Mental Health Resources

• National Suicide Prevention Website & Hotline – 1-800-273-8255
• National Institute of Mental Health
• Ohio Department of Mental Health
• Click here for a list of member Mental Health Providers

• Recent Local News
• Join the Facebook Group: We Luv Dublin OH Businesses
• Resources to Help as You Re-Open Your Business
• Ways You Can Volunteer or Help In Our Community
• Click here to learn how you can post job openings, current events, coupons and more!

City & County

• City of Dublin Re-Opening Plan
• Economic & Community Development Institute Loan Program
• Don't Fall for COVID-19 Scams
• City of Dublin Regarding Temporary Signs to Advertise Local Businesses During the COVID-19
• One Columbus has compiled a list of programs and resources available to employers and employees.
• Franklin County Commissioners Announce Support for Struggling Small Businesses and Employees
• OhioHealth Back to Business Toolkit

State

Federal & National

• Federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act  
  • CARES Act Overview
  • United States Small Business Administration – Guidance and Loan Information
  • EIDL & PPP Application Walkthrough via Small Business Development Center
  • Employee Retention Credit – CARES Act (FAQs)
  • Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL)
  • SBA Loan Eligibility & Application Process Video 4.9.20
  • Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
    • SBA Loan Eligibility & Application Process Video 4.9.20
    • Calculator provided by Roger G. Roth, CPA
    • Sample application
    • Paycheck Protection Program Forgiveness Application
• US Chamber of Commerce Loans – Up to $5,000 for businesses with 3-20 employees
• Facebook – Grants for small businesses
• Kiva Small Business Lending –  KIVA is a nonprofit dedicated to increasing access to capital for entrepreneurs and small businesses. They have expanded eligibility, loan amounts, and grace periods to help meet the needs of businesses managing the impact of COVID-19. Click here to learn more.
• Google Advertising Grants
• Small Business Grants for Companies Hit by Covid-19 via Inc.com
• SBA Disaster Assistance Form & Additional Resources
  • SBA Disaster Assistance Resources for Businesses Handout - English
  • SBA Disaster Assistance Resources for Businesses Handout - Spanish
  • Disaster Loan Declaration Form
    • Disaster Preparedness Factsheet (English | Spanish
    • Disaster Mitigation Factsheet (English | Spanish)
    • Disaster Assistance Loans: Businesses & Nonprofits (English | Spanish)
    • Disaster Assistance Loans: Homeowners & Renters (English | Spanish)
    • Disaster Assistance Loans: Community Impact (English | Spanish)