North Carolina Business Are Eligible for SBA Loans We are happy to share that the Small Business Administration (“SBA”) is now offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to North Carolina small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the COVID-19. As we mentioned in yesterday’s update, Governor Cooper formally requested help… Read More »
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Local Relief Fund, SBA Loans & More
Truist Announces COVID 19 Relief Measures
Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) today announced its Truist Cares initiative to support the short-term and long-term needs of communities, clients and teammates in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. A pledge of $25 million in philanthropic support will aid in supporting basic needs, medical supplies, and financial hardship across the nation. Immediate Help for Critical Healthcare Organizations… Read More »
Changes to Unemployment & SBA Assistance
Knowledge and trusted information can keep Winston-Salem and Forsyth County businesses working together for a stronger community during the rapidly changing response to the Coronavirus. We’re working to share information in real time that can help you prepare to respond and mitigate effects on your business. Today’s updates include the information below we’re following to… Read More »
SBA Updates Criteria for Requesting Disaster Assistance Loans
As part of the Trump Administration’s aggressive, whole-of-government efforts to combat the Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19) and minimize economic disruption to the nation’s 30 million small businesses, U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza issued revised criteria for states or territories seeking an economic injury declaration related to Coronavirus (COVID-19). The relaxed criteria will have two immediate impacts: Faster,… Read More »
Coronavirus Precautions: Events Postponed Through April 15
The health and wellness of our members and all citizens of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County is of utmost importance. Based on the current recommendations by leading health organizations, best practices for slowing the spread of Coronavirus include employing social distancing techniques and limiting large gatherings to reduce the risk of transmission. In order to take steps to protect your health, we will… Read More »
Construction Industry Council Pilots College & Career Fair at Glenn High School
The Winston-Salem Chamber’s Construction Industry Council is piloting an employment fair to assist construction sub-contractors in finding the immediate talent they need. The Employment Fair will be held for select 12th-grade students during Glenn High School’s College and Career Fair on March 25th. Interested employers should provide a company summary, which will be given to students in advance in order to match them… Read More »