Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

The District of Columbia Government website is continuously updated with new and important information. It’s a good site to check frequently for official COVID-19 updates: coronavirus.dc.gov.

Washington, D.C. Resources

Businesses

U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Guide to Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Loans
Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington: What the COVID-19 Relief Bill Means for Restaurants
Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington: Important Resources to Keep your Team and Customers Safe

Employees

DC Health Link: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Benefits Update and Office Status Update
DC Department of Employment Services: Job Seeker Resources
DC Department of Employment Services: Starting Your Unemployment Compensation Process

Freelance Employees/Independent Contractors

DC’s Capital Bop: A list of resources for DC jazz artists and audiences

2020 Election Season

First Amendment Demonstration Resource Guide For Businesses: DMPED, HSEMA & input from other partner agencies
Civil Unrest And The 2020 Election Season: Building Owners and Managers Association International (BOMA)

Homelessness Outreach

Encampment Protocol Engagement FAQ: Government of the District of Columbia, Mayor Muriel Bowser
Encampments During the COVID-19 Pandemic FAQ : Office of the Deputy Mayor for Health & Human Services (DMHHS)
District of Columbia FY21 Winter Plan: the Interagency Council on Homelessness (ICH)

General

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA): COVID-19 Public Information
streetsense: The Streetsense Guide To Helping Those In Need

Federal Resources

General

Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Situation Updates and Information for Communities, Schools, and Businesses
US Department of State: Information to help U.S. citizens make informed decisions about traveling abroad
CDC: Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations

Businesses

US Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loans: The SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance will provide targeted, low-interest loans to Washington, DC small businesses that have been severely impacted by COVID-19
Small Business Administration: Guidance for Businesses and Employers
U.S. Chamber of Commerce: U.S. Chamber Creates Coronavirus Loan Guide to Help Small Businesses
National Retail Federation: Coronavirus Resources for Retailers

Employees

U.S. Department of Labor: U.S. Department of Labor Announces New Guidance on Unemployment Insurance Flexibilities During COVID-19 Outbreak

Philanthropic Resources

Businesses/Organizations

The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC): LISC Rapid Relief & Resiliency Fund
The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC): Verizon Small Business Recovery Fund
JPMorgan Chase COVID-19 Investment: JPMorgan Chase Makes $50 Million Philanthropic Investment to Help Address Immediate and Long-Term Impacts of COVID-19

Arts

American Alliance of Museums: A guide to help museums prepare internally and externally for outbreaks in their communities
Americans for the Arts: Providing up-to-date COVID-19 news and resources for the arts and culture field
ArtsReady: An online emergency preparedness service by and for arts/cultural nonprofits, is adding updates daily
Billboard: Has a state-by-state listing of resources for professional musicians
COVID-19 & Freelance Artists: A list that contains general resources, advocacy links, and a growing list of funding opportunities
NAPAMA (North American Performing Arts Managers and Agents): A list of resources, including information related to airfare refund and/or cancellation policies, emergency fund and relief programs, sample communications, and more