Live Post: List of Resources for Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

UPDATE: We have moved all of the below resources to this page: lvgea.org/covid19. All future resource updates will be within this page.

We have been closely following the news of COVID-19 and the effect it is having across our region. We want to share every possible resource to help our businesses weather this difficult time and bounce back. Please see below for the latest resources available to businesses impacted at this time. We will continue to keep this updated as new resources become available. We will also be providing updates on social media. Follow along on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram for more information.

Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR)

DETR has compiled multiple resources for those seeking to file unemployment and those seeking jobs at this time. Please reference the links below for more information.

• Unemployment Insurance Claim Filing System
• Job Seeker Resource Guide

Updated: March 19, 2020

U.S. Department of Labor

National Dislocated Worker Grants (DWGs) are discretionary grants awarded by the Secretary of Labor, under Section 170 of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). DWGs provide resources to states and other eligible applicants to respond to large, unexpected layoff events causing significant job losses. See below for more information.

• National Dislocated Worker Grants

Updated: March 19, 2020

Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance Posts

LVGEA President and CEO Jonas Peterson shared a statement regarding the news of COVID-19. The team is working remotely for the time being and is committed to providing every possible resource to help Southern Nevada’s businesses. Additionally, we have broken down what is considered an essential or nonessential business.

• A Message from Our CEO
• Essential vs Nonessential Services and Sectors

Updated: March 19, 2020

U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance Loan

SBA announced it is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses in the state who are affected by COVID-19. Businesses can apply at sba.gov/disaster. Additionally, see below for the statements they have shared.

• Disaster Assistance Loan Press Release
• Fact Sheet – Economic Injury Disaster Loans

Updated: March 18, 2020

Nevada Health Response 

Created by Governor Sisolak, the Nevada Health Response shares information pertinent to COVID-19, including resources for families, FAQs and preventative measures. The below COVID-19 Risk Mitigation Initiative includes critical information regarding COVID-19 prevention strategies, social distancing guidelines, postponement/cancellation of gatherings, essential and non-essential services and sectors, and guidelines for food establishments.

• COVID-19 Risk Mitigation Initiative
• Resources for Nevadans

Updated: March 18, 2020

Restore Your Economy

This site is regularly providing COVID-19 resources, in addition to sharing credible sources to remain up to date on COVID-19. See below for their latest entries in support of businesses during this time.

• Federal Guidance & Resources for Communities & Businesses
• Resources for Economic Development Planning and Recovery

Updated: March 18, 2020

Facebook Small Business Grants Program

Facebook understands that your business may be experiencing disruptions resulting from the global outbreak of COVID-19. They are offering $100M in cash grants and ad credits to help during this challenging time. See below for more details.

• Small Business Grants Program

Updated: March 18, 2020

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

See below for important resources from the EEOC about emergency pandemic preparedness.

• What You Should Know About the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act and the Coronavirus
• Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act​

Updated: March 18, 2020

The Centers for Disease Control

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has released multiple resources regarding COVID-19. Please refer to the links below regarding COVID-19.

• About Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
• Prevention and Treatment
• What To Do if You are Sick
• Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers
• COVID-19 and Cruise Ship Travel
• Implementation of Mitigation Strategies for Communities with Local COVID-

Updated: March 18, 2020

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Coronavirus Resource Page

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation has compiled a page with links to resources on business resilience and disaster recovery for those affected by COVID-19.

Updated: March 18, 2020

COVID-19: What Vegas Chamber Members Need to Know 

Our partners at the Vegas Chamber have compiled a list of updates, tips and news articles surrounding COVID-19. You can view their plans here.

Updated: March 18, 2020