Navigating all of the information pertaining to the programs and benefits available due to our current pandemic has proven challenging. To relieve the additional stress impacting our clients, our agency has researched and listed valuable resources to help employers and employees alike to get through these unprecedented times.
EMPLOYERS
Employment Security Department
Department of Revenue
Washington Governor – Jay Inslee
Department of Commerce
IRS
SBDC
U.S Small Business Administration
- USBA is offering disaster loans to small businesses and nonprofits that have been affected by COVID-19.
- Visit SBA.gov/disaster for more information.
- For additional information, please contact the SBA disaster assistance customer service center. Call 1-800-659-2955 (TTY: 1-800-877-8339) or e-mail disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.
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Facebook Small Business Grants Program
Amazon Small Business Relief Fund
Department of Commerce – Economic Opportunity Grant
Social Justice Fund Northwest
EMPLOYEES
Current Lenders
- Many banks are offering additional assistance during this time. If you are struggling to pay your mortgage, credit cards and/or auto loans, call your lender to find out what relief opportunities they are offering. The link below contains a recent list of banks that are offering relief options. Click here for a recent list of banks that are offering relief options
Employment Security Department
- This chart can assist in figuring out which unemployment benefit applies to your unique situation
- Helpful information for workers affected by COVID-19
