General COVID-19 Awareness & Business Preparation

• An up-to-date list of Wyoming statewide public health orders announced from the Governor's office can be found at: covid19.wyo.gov/

• An up-to-date source from the Wyoming Department of Health on the progress and monitoring of COVID-19 in Wyoming, and where to get tested can be found at:  health.wyo.gov/publichealth/infectious-disease-epidemiology-unit/disease/novel-coronavirus/

• The Wyoming Business Council offers small business response tips to prepare your workplace at:  www.wyomingbusiness.org/covid19

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Loan Assistance

• All of Wyoming is approved for U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans. Businesses can apply at: sba.gov/disaster

• The Paycheck Protection Program (part of the CARES Act) is assistance for small businesses and non-profits to help keep their workforces employed during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. The application through the Small Business Administration can be found at: http://ow.ly/n6cb50z2mMM.

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Workforce Services & Unemployment​

• Workers who have lost their jobs through layoffs may be eligible for Unemployment Insurance. While that financial assistance does not replace a full paycheck, it can help people through the hard times. Anyone who has lost work through no fault of their own can file for Unemployment Insurance benefits online at:  wyui.wyo.gov

• FAQs with the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services and a guide on how to protect your employees can be found at: wyomingworkforce.org/

 

CyberSecurity

• There has been a surge in online scams regarding COVID-19. Be sure to protect your business by only downloading apps from reputable sources, taking an extra minute to question emails, and checking the validity of the website. Find a list of current cyber scams from CyberWyoming at:  www.cyberwyoming.org/watch-out-for-coronavirus-cybersecurity-scams/

• The National Cyber Security Alliance is bringing together experts to discuss timely topics to help secure the nation's small businesses during COVID-19. Find their webinar series at:  https://staysafeonline.org/event_category/cybersecure-my-business/.

• Newsweek posted an article on 12 national virus-related scams to avoid:  https://www.newsweek.com/12-coronavirus-scams-avoid-free-testing-kit-deliveries-social-distancing-coupons-1494322?fbclid=IwAR0RQnM-8cuvfNs3gK0J7zvHj9zf3bGm6Gbiyvk3yRkPCFuH1hUudYo75-Y

 

Taxes

• The IRS has posted answers to frequently asked questions on the filing and payment tax relief provided in response to the ongoing COVID19 emergency. These questions and answers will be updated periodically. See www.irs.gov/coronavirus.

 

Grants & Funding Opportunities

• Amber Grant by WomensNet, offered monthly:  https://ambergrantsforwomen.com/?fbclid=IwAR2HOOCymUJ040RG_olXxmyhk-eumZf4vccMZ0uKVlfkx9irjDLKw5Pfx7c

• The Wyoming Community Foundation has set up a COVID-19 Response & Recovery Fund, along with its Unrestricted Fund, which together will be utilized for grantmaking to nonprofit organizations immediately and as needs arise in upcoming months and coming years. Visit wycf.org to inquire.

• The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is accepting proposals for Investment Connection in response to COVID-19. The Request For Proposals invites community organizations helping low- and moderate-income populations directly and indirectly affected by the coronavirus outbreak to connect with potential funders. Find more information about connecting with these funders at:  https://www.kansascityfed.org/community/investmentconnection. 

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Food, Hospitality & Lodging Industries

• The Wyoming Lodging & Restaurant Association posted state guidelines for Take-Out, Delivery and Room Service at: www.wyomingeda.org/media/userfiles/subsite_145/files/resources/covid-19/Take%20Out_Food%20Safety%20Guidelines.pdf

• The Wyoming Lodging & Restaurant Association posted an updated source for Wyoming Restaurants and Lodging Establishments FAQs at: www.wyomingeda.org/media/userfiles/subsite_145/files/resources/covid-19/WY%20WLRA%20COVID19%20FAQ%203_20_20.pdf

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Community Resources

• The Wyoming Hunger Initiative has set up a number of food resources, listed by county. If you need assistance, find your community's resources at www.nohungerwyo.org/covid.

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