News about COVID-19 is changing hourly, so the Northalsted Business Alliance (NBA) is working to provide resources for members of the Northalsted community. This webpage contains information about the available local, state, and federal resources for business and employees affected by COVID-19. For the most current information, NBA recommends monitoring updates from the US Center for Disease Control (CDC), the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), and the World Health Organization (WHO).
For information on the virus itself and its symptoms, visit WHO’s Q&A page for an accurate understanding.
Please, check back often—we are constantly updating our page with new information and ways to support our community!
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Find resources, links, and information on Vaccinations in Chicago on Chicago’s COVID-19 Vaccine homepage.
Click here to see the City of Chicago Vaccine homepage.
The City of Chicago has partnered with Zocdoc, the leader in online healthcare scheduling, to streamline Chicagoans access to COVID-19 vaccines. Chicagoans are encouraged to seek a vaccine appointment first with their primary care providers, if they have one, and also through local pharmacies or their employers, if available. But the Zocdoc Vaccine Scheduler will serve as the City’s main platform for eligible Chicagoans who otherwise might have difficulty finding and accessing a vaccine.
There will be a phased roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccine in Chicago with a very limited supply at the beginning, so certain groups will be prioritized. Everyone is encouraged to get vaccinated as soon as it’s their turn. Once a vaccination phase begins, people in that phase are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine indefinitely.
See Chicago’s Vaccine Distribution Plan here.
Northalsted Business Alliance has been sending out communications to member businesses regarding the coronavirus pandemic. This is an archive of all newsletters sent up to this date.
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The City of Chicago runs a frequently updated statistics on Positivity Rate, Tests Performed, Confirmed Cases, and more.
See the Chicago COVID dashboard here.
The U.S. Chamber has compiled Center for Disease Control (CDC)’s coronavirus recommendations for businesses and workers across the country. We continue to encourage American businesses to follow data-based guidance from the CDC and state and local officials. Provided is a toolkit that businesses can use for their social media.
Access the Toolkit here.
Access the State & Local Government Policy Tracker here.
The U.S. Department of Labor has resources to help workers and employers prepare for the COVID-19 virus (also known as novel coronavirus). This webpage has lots of information regarding:
The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) has resources and information available for businesses, consumers, and employees impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak. BACP is working closely with the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) to keep our communities updated on guidance for those affected by the crisis. Both linked pages will be constantly updated as the pandemic continues.
As of January 30, 2021, Chicago is currently in PHASE IV of re-opening procedures.
Under Phase IV:
See Chicago’s current re-opening plans, guidelines, and metrics on the City of Chicago Webpage
As of January 30, 2021, Chicago is currently in PHASE IV of re-opening procedures.
View Current Industry-Specific Guidelines:
This webpage provides information for workers and employers about the evolving coronavirus outbreak first identified in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China. The information includes links to interim guidance and other resources for preventing exposures to, and infection with, COVID-19.
View specific workplace guidance and orders here.
CDC – Businesses and Workplaces Web Portal
CDC guidelines and strategies for how to prevent and reduce transmission of COVID-19 at your workplace.
The Small Business Administration is the only cabinet-level federal agency fully dedicated to small business. It provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation’s only go-to resource and voice for small businesses. It is a key resources for businesses who are in need of economic support in times of crisis.
On March 18, 2020, Illinois was declared a disaster area for COVID-19. You may be eligible to apply for an SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL). These loans range from $500 to $2 million at a fixed 3.75% interest rate over a maximum payback of 30 years. Each application’s terms are decided on a case-by-case basis. So, you are likely eligible to apply if you have suffered substantial economic injury and are one of the following types of businesses:
Check that your business qualifies and follow the simple 3 Step Process to apply for a loan.
Apply for a loan here.
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) provides loans to help businesses keep their workforce employed during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Borrowers may be eligible for PPP loan forgiveness.
Apply for PPP here.
Downstate Small Business Stabilization Program
This new $20 million program supports small businesses in suburban and rural counties across Illinois, providing grants of up to $25,000 to small businesses in communities served by DCEO’s Office of Community Development.
These grants will offer businesses of up to 50 employees the opportunity to partner with their local governments to obtain grants of up to $25,000 in working capital. The program redeploys Community Development Block Grant funds to support local small businesses.
The final date to apply on DCEO’s website by Friday, February 26 at 5:00 pm CST.
The Small Business Relief Fund will provide one-time matching grants to qualifying small businesses to help alleviate the financial burdens during these pressing times. Donations to the relief fund will be paid out as one-time $500 grants to businesses that qualify, and which businesses have created a fundraiser through the Small Business Relief Initiative or had an existing GoFundMe.
For small business fundraisers started prior to March 24, or outside of the Small Business Relief Initiative partnerships, the organizer can update their fundraiser description with the hashtag #SmallBusinessRelief to be considered for a grant from this fund.
Create a Small Business Fundraiser here.
See more information here.
University CoWork maintains a weekly-updated list of local, national, public, and private grants and loans related to the coronavirus pandemic.
See current opportunities and more information here.
Chicago Artists Relief Fund (GoFundMe)
This fund was created by Chicago-area artists in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We aim to support our colleagues (Painters, filmmakers, sculptors, dancers, musicians, theater makers, writers, and others) in the greater Chicago arts community who are experiencing financial repercussions due to pandemic-related cancellations.
If you are an artist in need, apply for funding here.
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