The Shuttered Venue Operators (SVO) Grant program was established by the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act, signed into law on December 27, 2020. The program...
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Changes to PPP to further promote equitable access to relief
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A summary of criteria that must be met when considering different funding options
PPP Applicant | Shuttered Venue Operators Grant | COVID-19 EIDL Applicant | |
|---|---|---|---|
First Draw PPP borrowers may be eligible to apply for Second Draw PPP loans | May apply for SVOG if received a PPP loan prior to 12/27/20 | May apply for EIDL; PPP and EIDL can’t be used for the same purpose/costs | |
Not eligible to apply for PPP loan | May be eligible to receive a supplemental SVOG award | May apply for EIDL; SVOG and EIDL can’t be used for the same purpose/costs | |
May apply for PPP; EIDL and PPP can’t be used for the same purpose/costs | May apply for SVOG; EIDL and SVOG can’t be used for the same purpose/costs | The same business cannot apply for more than one EIDL |
The Paycheck Protection Program established by the CARES Act, is implemented by the Small Business Administration with support from the Department of the Treasury. This program provides small businesses with funds to pay up to 8 weeks of payroll costs including benefits. Funds can also be used to pay interest on mortgages, rent, and utilities.
The Paycheck Protection Program prioritizes millions of Americans employed by small businesses by authorizing up to $659 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 contractors, are eligible if they also meet program size standards.
CORONAVIRUS RELIEF OPTIONS FROM SBA
SBA offers several different relief options to help businesses, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations recover from the impacts of COVID-19. You can view all options or skip to a specific program below.
SBA is currently offering the following funding options:
- Paycheck Protection Program (PPP):
- COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL)
- Express Bridge loans
- SBA debt relief (for existing borrowers)
SBA is preparing to offer:
SBA previously offered the following funding options:
- EIDL Advance (No longer available)
SBA offers several different relief options to help businesses, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations recover from the impacts of COVID-19. You can view all options or skip to a specific program below.
SBA is currently offering the following funding options:
- Paycheck Protection Program (PPP):
- COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL)
- Express Bridge loans
- SBA debt relief (for existing borrowers)
SBA is preparing to offer:
SBA previously offered the following funding options:
- EIDL Advance (No longer available)
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HERE ARE STEPS YOU SHOULD TAKE RIGHT NOW
Talk To Your Lender
Ask about a deferral of principal payments on any outstanding loans.
Talk To Your Insurance Agent
Ask about your business interruption insurance and if this public health crisis is a qualifying event.
Talk To Your Landlord
Ask about a deferral of rent payments
Prioritize Your Debts
Look at what you have personally guaranteed. Payments on other debt may have to wait until your cash situation improves.
Immediately Eliminate Unnecessary Expenses
During this time, your business needs to run as lean as possible.
Prepare Financial Documents
You will need up to date financial statements and tax returns for SBA’s Disaster Recovery process and you should be analyzing your Cash Flow on a regular basis.