New Albany Chamber of Commerce is gathering information to connect our members to resources and opportunities for their businesses and employees. We will continue to update this page with business resources as new information becomes available. We are here for you and your business during this challenging time so don’t hesitate to reach out with your questions, concerns and comments.
New Albany CARES Small Business Grant Program
ADDITIONAL FUNDS, AS OF JULY 2020
Columbus-Franklin County COVID-19 Small Business Response and Recovery Fund
RESPONSIBLE RESTARTOHIO
- Manufacturing, Distribution & Construction – Mandatory Guidelines and Recommendations
- General Office Environments – Mandatory Guidelines and Recommendations
- Consumer, Retail & Services – Mandatory Guidelines and Recommendations
FEDERAL
- SBA Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act
- U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- IRS COVID-19 Tax Relief
- Federal Reserve: The Main Street New Loan Facility
- U.S. Department of Treasury Paycheck Protection Program – 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. Please review the resources provided by the U.S. Department of Treasury below and visit their webpage for additional information.
- Paycheck Protection Program Frequenty Asked Questions
- A top-line overview of the program can be found here.
- If you’re a lender, more information can be found here.
- If you’re a borrower, more information can be found here.
CYBERSECURITY & INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY AGENCY (CISA)
US CHAMBER GUIDANCE AND RESOURCES
- NEW – Guide to Coronavirus Paid Leave Programs
- Coronavirus Emergency Loans Small Business Guide and Checklist
- Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Program Guide
- Employee Retention Tax Credit Guide
- Coronavirus Small Business Guide
- Coronavirus Response Toolkit
- Coronavirus Guidance for Employers
- Coronavirus Workplace Tips for Employees
- Coronavirus Workplace Flyer
- Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce Tracker
- For more info, please visit the CDC’s Guidance for Businesses page.
- Path Forward: Navigating the Return to Work
- Save Small Business Initiative
STATE OF OHIO
- coronavirus.ohio.gov
- Ohio Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
- Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
- Ohio Manufacturer’s Association (OMA) COVID-19 Resource Page
- Ohio Department of Insurance: order has been issued by Lt. Governor for employers to take care of their employees’ health insurance during the state’s shutdown due to COVID-19 coronavirus. It also give employers a two-month grace period to pay insurance premiums to their insurance providers. Details under the tab, Insurance and Coronavirus COVID-19.
- Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation: Ohio BWC will allow businesses to forgo payments in March, April and May, and defer payments until June 1, leaving an estimated $200Million in the state economy. Read details on BWC website.
- Ohio Department of Commerce
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act
- Ohio Businesses Helping
- Ohio Department of Health COVID-19 Myths & Facts Sheet
- Office of Small Business Relief: Resources and Q&A
- Ohio Department of Transportation: ODOT has modified the process for haulers carrying heavy loads of essential goods. Generally, the state requires haulers with loads classified as “oversized” to seek advanced permission from ODOT before they are permitted to travel in and through the state. Haulers carrying essential goods can download and print the permit at Transportation.Ohio.gov.
- Ohio Wi-Fi Hotspot Locations
- Ohio Department of Health: Guidance on Dispute Resolutions for Essential and Non-Essential Businesses
- Ohio Bankers League: Details of Banks’ Customer Assistance Programs and Measures
- Checklist for K-12 Schools Protecting Against COVID-19
- Ohio Department of Agriculture: 2020 Capital Improvement Grant for Agricultural Fairs Available
- Ohio Channel on Youtube
- SharedWork Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
REGIONAL
- The Ohio State University’s Sustainability Institute: COVID-19: Ohio’s Safe Return
- Experience Columbus: COVID-19 Job Openings in Columbus
- Liquor Buy Back (for impacted bars & restaurants)
- Can’t Stop Columbus – a community-wide movement of innovators and skilled helpers who are coming together, from the safety of our homes, to rapidly solve the community problems we are facing due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- One Columbus/Columbus Partnership
- Support Local Ohio campaign encourages consumers to buy from Ohio tourism industry businesses that have been so greatly impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. Create or update your listing by going to www.Ohio.org/industry/database.
- Greater Columbus Arts Council – resources for the arts community
- Columbus Chamber COVID-19 Business Resources
- Economic & Community Development Institute Loan Program
- Franklin County Public Health
- Business First Resource Guide for Ohio Business
- Council of Development Finance Agencies
- Google Small Business Resources
- Facebook Small Business Grants Program
- Licking County COVID-19 Relief Fund
- Ohio Manufacturing Alliance to Fight COVID-19
- STERIS Decontamination Solutions for Compatible N95 or Equivalent Respirators
- See the process in practice here
- COVID-19 and Minority Health
- Ohio Ready: A Timeline of COVID-19
- Small Nation Strong
- Find Small Nation Strong on Facebook
- Mid-Ohio Food Bank
- If you are ill, under quarantine, disabled, or otherwise cannot make it to a pantry yourself, all Mid-Ohio Foodbank partner agencies use a proxy process where you can send someone you trust to pick up food for you. You can use a proxy by:
- Filling out and submitting a Letter of Proxy OR
- Submitting a handwritten note stating that you are in need of food assistance including your first and last name, your full home address, and the first and last name of the person you would like to pick up food for you.
- If you are ill, under quarantine, disabled, or otherwise cannot make it to a pantry yourself, all Mid-Ohio Foodbank partner agencies use a proxy process where you can send someone you trust to pick up food for you. You can use a proxy by:
UTILITIES
- AT&T – keeping customers connected + additional relief and support for customers
- 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.
WORKFORCE RESOURCES
- Central Ohio ReEmployment & Resource (CORRE) Virtual Hiring Events
- COVID-19 Insurance Coverage: Resource Guide
WORKFORCE RE-TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
- State of Ohio job site– jobseekers can search jobs, employers can post jobs *NEW*
- TechCred – TechCred reimburses Ohio employers when they invest in their employees by sponsoring them to earn tech-focused credentialsl Employers can apply for the current round of TechCred, which runs through March 31st. TechCred offers employers up to $2,000 in reimbursement for every technology-focused credential earned by an employee, up to $30,000 per employer per round. Credentials can be offered by a provider of the company’s choice and many of these trainings can be completed online.
- Ohio Technical Centers – Ohio Technical Centers provide post-secondary career and technical education (CTE) at 54 career centers across Ohio. These institutions offer programming in the skill trades (i.e., HVAC, Phlebotomy, Police Training, EMT, etc.) that prepare adult learners for certificates, industry-recognized certifications, and state licensures. Ohio Technical Centers are positioned to respond quickly to the needs of business and industry by providing customized trainings and business consultation services to companies in order to assist with meeting Ohio’s workforce goals.
- Community Colleges – Ohio’s two-year college system is made up of 23 technical and community colleges. These institutions allow students to complete the first two years of a bachelor’s degree and/or pursue a technical certificate, Associate degree, or microcredential. At an affordable rate, employers can utilize two-year colleges for upskilling and retraining their employees in a variety of fields. Two-year colleges also offer certification prep and customized training in Ohio’s most in-demand industries.
- Universities – Ohio is a national leader in postsecondary education with 14 public universities and 51 private colleges and universities. Many universities offer certificate programs that can be completed in less than a year, giving employees the opportunity to upskill in the short-term.
- Microcredentials indicate an understanding or mastery in a specific skill or set of skills. Most microcredentials can be earned online and in a self-paced format. Microcredentials provide an opportunity for employee development that leads to increased business productivity without the time commitment of other traditional educational programs. Through Ohio’s TechCred program employers can be reimbursed up to $2000 when employers complete these types of credentials.
- OhioMeansJobs Centers – OhioMeansJobs centers are located within each of Ohio’s counties and assist job seekers, employers and youth with job search assistance, employee recruitment, job training, and more. Many OhioMeansJobs centers help subsidize the cost of employee training and upskilling through their Incumbent Worker Training and On-The-Job Training programs. Employers can connect with their local OhioMeansJobs center to connect with new talent or learn more about opportunities to upskill their current workforce.
- OhioMeansJobs.com – OhioMeansJobs.com provides all Ohioans with access to free online training and assessments. OhioMeansJobs.com has free online courses on business and computer topics, such as Microsoft and Adobe products.
- LinkedIn Learning – LinkedIn Learning is an online tool where users can take courses to earn business, creative, and tech skills. LinkedIn Learning has over 15,000 expert led courses. LinkedIn Learning is available for free to any Ohioan with a valid public library card.
- Veterans Workforce Team – Since 2016, the Veterans Workforce Team at the Ohio Department of Veterans Services has been providing FREE training and consultation to Ohio’s employers across all 88 counties. Our relationship with local and regional chambers of commerce has continued to grow – allowing employers to access information on veteran recruiting, hiring, and retention. You can connect employers in your region with the Veterans Workforce Team allowing them to access resources to hire & employ veterans successfully in 2020 and beyond.
- Other Free Online Education & Training – In addition to the resources available through OhioMeansJobs.com and Linkedin Learning, there are a number of other online education and training providers through which part or all of their course content can be accessed for free. A few examples of the many great online resources include:
- eBasedAcademy – The eBasedAcademy is an online learning platform hosted by OhioMHAS. From behavioral sciences to the science of addiction, eBasedAcademy offers classes from Ohio’s top educators, professors and professionals. Through the eBasedAcademy you can earn Continuing Education Credits in a variety of fields including psychology, nursing and social work.
- Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation – The site features a highly-streamlined interface with only two main links – one for essential businesses, and one for job seekers. Applicants can search through jobs in their area, their region, and the entire state.
- SharedWorkOhio – SharedWork Ohio is a voluntary layoff aversion program. It allows workers to remain employed and employers to retain trained staff during times of reduced business activity. Under a SharedWork Ohio plan, the participating employer reduces affected employees’ hours in a uniform manner. The participating employee works the reduced hours each week, and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) provides eligible individuals an unemployment insurance benefit proportionate to their reduced hours.
- CORRE Virtual Hiring Events *NEW*
- Free online offerings through Crosworks: Career and Talent Strategists