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If you’ve been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, learn how you could qualify for unemployment benefits, paid leave, and more. Get financial help from the government if you own a small business.
COVID-19 extended unemployment benefits from the federal government have ended. But you may still qualify for unemployment benefits from your state.
Contact your state’s unemployment insurance program for the most up-to-date information.
The IRS issued three Economic Impact Payments during the coronavirus pandemic for people who were eligible:
These payments were sent by direct deposit to a bank account or by mail as a paper check or a debit card.
Check the Get My Payment page from the IRS to find out if you qualified and when you should have received your payment.
Follow the directions from the IRS on how to claim these payments if you were eligible for but did not receive them, or if the amount you received was incorrect.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) offers programs that can help your business if it’s been affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) ended on May 31, 2021. It offered loans to help small businesses and non-profits keep their workers employed. If you follow the guidelines, your loan may be forgiven.
Learn about the SBA's Paycheck Protection Program, including program details and frequently asked questions.
An Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) helps small businesses and nonprofits that are losing money during the coronavirus pandemic and that need funds for financial obligations and operating expenses.
SBA is accepting applications for EIDLs until December 31, 2021.
Apply online for a COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan.
SBA’s Debt Relief Program pays the principal, interest, and fees for six months for 7(a), 504, and Microloans disbursed before September 27, 2020. Beginning in February 2021, that relief was extended for certain businesses.
For details, see the “Small Business Debt Relief Program” section, page 9 of the Small Business Owner’s Guide to COVID-19 Relief Legislation.
If you're a talent representative or operate a theater, museum, or a live performing arts or event venue, you may qualify for a grant equal to 45% of your gross earned revenue.
Learn more about the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant and see if you qualify.
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Last Updated: October 7, 2021