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paycheck protection program, PPP
The Paycheck Protection Program is a loan designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll. SBA will forgive loans if all employee retention criteria are met, and the funds are used for eligible expenses.*The deadline to apply for a Paycheck Protection Program loan is August 8, 2020 at 11:59 pm EDT*.
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Lender Match
Did you know thatSBA's Lender Match tool connects small businesses with Community Development Financial Institutions, Minority Depository Institutions, Certified Development Companies, and other lenders? If you're considering a Paycheck Protection Program loan, get matched with a participating lender today.
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Coping with COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has created uncertainty for small business owners, both in their professional and personal lives. Depending on local guidance, you may be heading back to work or continuing to run operations remotely. As you are navigating these changes, its important to establish a balanced and healthy lifestyle outside of work. Here are some tips from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to help you cope.
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2020 Military Spouse Summit
Join the Second Lady of the United States, Mrs. Karen Pence, the U.S. Small Business Administration, and Hiring Our Heroes for the Military Spouse Entrepreneur Summit on August 19. This virtual event features remarks from distinguished guests, military spouse small business owner spotlights, and discussions about key resources that all military spouse entrepreneurs should leverage.
*Register today [ [link removed] ]*
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Join the SBA team: Employment opportunities to support SBA's COVID-19 pandemic response
The SBA is hiring temporary employees to assist with disaster relief efforts during theseunprecedented times. The positions include:
* Call Center Customer Service Representative
* Document Preparation/Legal Review/Loan Closings
* Loan Processing/Credit Analysis/Mortgage Underwriting
* Program Support
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WOSB Federal Contracting Program, visit beta.certify.sba.gov to submit your application
Are you a women-owned small business (WOSB) or an economically disadvantaged women-owned small business (EDWOSB)? Visit*beta.certify.SBA.gov [ [link removed] ]*to determine if youre eligible for the WOSB Federal Contracting Program. The site includes checklists to guide you through the application process.
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Government Contracting Webinars
Are you thinking about contracting with the federal government? Register for the following webinars.
*August 11: Marketing Your GSA Contract [ [link removed] ]*
*August 13:Getting on the GSA Schedule: What you Need to Know! [ [link removed] ]*
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Beware of Scams and Fraud Schemes
The Office of Inspector General recognizes that we are facing unprecedented times and is alerting the public about potential fraud schemes related to economic stimulus programs offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration in response to the Novel Coronavirus Pandemic (COVID-19). The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the largest financial assistance bill to date, includes provisions to help small businesses. Fraudsters have already begun targeting small business owners during these economically difficult times. *_Be on the lookout for grant fraud, loan fraud, and phishing_**.*
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Federal Coronavirus Resources
State, local, and federal agencies are working together to maintain the safety, security, and health of the American people. Check out *coronavirus.gov [ [link removed] ]* for updates from the White House'sCoronavirus (COVID-19) Task Force.Go to *cdc.gov [ [link removed] ] *for detailed information about COVID-19 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
*Learn more about the federal government's response [ [link removed] ]*
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Virtual Mentoring and Training
Offices around the country may be closed to the Coronavirus pandemic, but SCORE, Small Business Development Centers,Womens Business Centers, Veterans Business Outreach Centers and other resource partners are providing free business mentoring and training by phone, email, and video.
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