Category Archives: covid

Help-line established to assist North Iowa small businesses seeking assistance during COVID-19 Pandemic. Business owners may call (641) 422- 4737 Monday through Friday, 900 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. or email at [email protected]. A joint partnership to launch a small business help-line has been established between the NIACC Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center, the North Iowa Area Small…

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. Small businesses and eligible nonprofit organizations, Veterans organizations, and Tribal businesses described in the Small Business Act, as well as individuals who are self-employed or are independent…

U.S. Chamber Resources and Guidelines for Businesses The U.S. Chamber is working closely with the White House, U.S. government agencies, and foreign government officials to inform and equip businesses with the most important and up-to-date information to prevent the spread of the virus and prepare businesses for the near and long-term impact. You'll find business…

Congress has approved $350 billion in emergency loans for small businesses to help them keep workers employed. In fact, if small businesses maintain or later restore their payrolls, they may not have to repay some — or possibly any — of the loan. Here’s and UPDATED (April 1) guide and checklist from the U.S. Chamber…