Free Small Business Resources
In the midst of this global pandemic, I know small businesses are the ones hurting the most right now. I have gathered some resources that will be beneficial for your business's ability to weather this storm.
HEALTH AWARENESS
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COVID-19 Information
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html
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Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs)
https://americassbdc.org/coronavirus-information/
Texas Benefits
https://twc.texas.gov/ or https://www.dshs.texas.gov/
SMALL BUSINESS RELIEF & GRANTS
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL)
https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/
SBA Funding Programs
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance
SMALL BUSINESS HOOKUPS
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https://www.facebook.com/business/boost/grants
Yelp
https://blog.yelp.com/2020/03/yelp-covid-19-response-and-support-for-local-businesses
Hootsuite
https://hootsuite.com/pages/stay-connected
Shopify
https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/intro-to-shopify/pricing-plans/free-trial
WeTransfer
https://paste.bywetransfer.com/wfh2020
Box
https://account.box.com/signup/business?tl=oWgBWV
Jamm
https://jammhq.typeform.com/to/m0mbZw
Zoho
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MENTAL & WELLNESS
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Headspace
https://www.headspace.com/work/covid-19
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES (courtesy of the Houston Area Urban League)
Greater Houston Partnership: 5 issues to consider in your company's response to COVID-19
SBA: Webinars this week for Houston area businesses affected by COVID-19
OSHA: Guidance for preparing workplaces for COVID-19
US Chamber: Coronavirus workplace tips for employees
US Chamber: Resources to assist small businesses
US Chamber: Guidance for employers to plan and respond to coronavirus
Greater Houston Partnership: Teleworking tips and best practices for working remotely
World Health Organization: COVID-19 updates