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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on July 20, 2020.
We recommend that you monitor this site, as well as the sites referenced in these resources, for updates and changes as we expect the situation and solutions to change over the coming weeks and months. For information on specific programs, we encourage you to visit the websites of the organizations or government entities that are responsible for the relief.
Business-Related Relief Programs
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CARES Act: Paycheck Protection Program
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) appropriates $349 billion to assist small businesses through section 7(a) loans and Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”), administered by the Small Business Administration … » more information -
Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans
Economic Injury Disaster Loans (“EIDLs”) provide working capital to help small business concerns, small agricultural cooperatives and aquaculture companies, and most private non-profit organizations (of all sizes) meet financial obligations that … » more information -
Consumers Experiencing Financial Hardship Due to COVID-19 May Defer Paying Certain Insurance Premiums
Governor Cuomo has announced that consumers experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19 may defer paying certain life insurance premiums for 90 days. No late fees will be assessed and no negative data will be reported to credit bureaus during … » more information -
Governor Cuomo Signs Executive Order Mandating All Non-Essential Businesses Close and Employees Work from Home
Governor Andrew Cuomo issued the New York State on PAUSE Executive Order (the “PAUSE Order”), including a directive requiring all non-essential for profit or non-profit businesses statewide to close their in-office personnel functions, effective … » more information -
Moratorium on Evictions for Residential and Commercial Tenants
Governor Andrew Cuomo issued the New York State on PAUSE Executive Order (the “PAUSE Order”) on March 20, 2020, including a directive prohibiting enforcement of either an eviction of any residential or commercial tenant, or a foreclosure of any … » more information -
New York Forward Loan Fund
Empire State Development announced a new economic recovery program to support New York’s small businesses during the re-opening process. The loans will target businesses with 20 or fewer full-time equivalent employees, nonprofits, and small … » more information -
New York Forward Reopening Plan
Governor Andrew Cuomo released the NY Forward Reopening Plan (the “Reopening Plan”). According to the Reopening Plan, New York will reopen on a regional basis as each region meets certain criteria to reopen. New York has been grouped into ten … » more information -
New York State Governor Signs Law Protecting Health Care Workers, Facilities and Administrators from COVID-19-Related Liability
On April 3, 2020, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed into law the Emergency Disaster Treatment Protection Act (the “Act”), which immunizes health care facilities and professionals from certain forms of liability during the COVID-19 emergency. » more information -
NYAG Announces Application for Suspension 0f Debt Collection for Non-Medical and Non-Student Debt and Automatic Suspension of Medical and Student Debt Collection in Response to COVID-19
The New York Attorney General has announced an application process for persons or businesses that owe non-medical and non-student debts to the State of New York that have been referred to the Office of the Attorney General for collection and … » more information -
Tax Relief for Quarterly and Annual Filers of Sales Tax for Vendors affected by COVID-19
The Governor has issued an executive order expanding the Tax Commissioner’s authority to allow the Commissioner to abate interest on quarterly sales and use tax filings and remittances with a due date of March 20, 2020 for those who were unable to … » more information -
Temporary Relief from Requirements under NYS Banking and Financial Services Law
On March 12, 2020, the Department of Financial Services (DFS) issued the following temporary relief to regulated entities and persons: First, any New York State regulated banking organization or entity may temporarily relocate any of their … » more information -
Employee Retention Grant Program
New York City was offering grants to small businesses with fewer than 5 employees to cover 40% of payroll costs for two months to help retain employees. Businesses were able to access up to $27,000. As of 5:00 p.m. on April 3, 2020, New York City … » more information -
NYC Business Continuity Loan Fund
New York City was offering zero interest loans of up to $75,000 to businesses with fewer than 100 employees whose sales have decreased by 25% or more due to COVID-19. Due to overwhelming interest, application intake is paused as of April 8, 2020. » more information -
Office of Nightlife Survey on COVID-19’s Impact
Note: the survey is now closed. » more information -
Waiver and Abatement of Penalties for Late-Filed and Late-Paid Business and Excise Taxes
The New York City Department of Finance (“DOF”) is granting waivers and abatements of penalties for late-filed and late-paid business and excise taxes due between March 16, 2020 and April 25, 2020. Taxpayers may request to have the penalties waived … » more information
Employment-Related Relief Programs
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CARES Act: Unemployment Insurance Benefits
The CARES Act creates a temporary Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program that expands eligibility for unemployment benefits and increases those benefits for certain individuals who are unable to work due to the COVID-19 emergency. The program … » more information -
Credit for Sick Leave for Certain Self-Employed Individuals
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides a refundable income-tax credit to self-employed individuals who would otherwise be entitled to paid sick leave under the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (the “EPSLA”), were they … » more information -
Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act
The Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (the “EFMLEA”) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid, job-protected leave for up to twelve weeks in connection with qualified family caregiving needs. The intended … » more information -
Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act
The Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (the “EPSLA”) requires government employers and employers with fewer than 500 employees to provide their employees with paid sick leave if those employees are unable to work due to COVID-19. Full paid leave is … » more information -
Department of Labor Launches One-Stop-Shop Application for Unemployment Insurance Benefits Due to COVID-19
Unemployment Insurance (UI) and Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) are two programs providing temporary income for eligible workers who lose their jobs through no fault of their own. PUA is a federal program created by the CARES Act that expands … » more information -
Department of Labor Waives 7-Day Waiting Period for Unemployment Insurance Due to COVID-19
Unemployment Insurance provides temporary income for eligible workers who lose their jobs through no fault of their own. To collect benefits, the applicant must be ready, willing and able to work, and actively looking for work during each week in … » more information -
Workers’ Compensation Board Provides Certain Relief From Requirements for Obtaining Benefits for Claimants in Response to Coronavirus Outbreak
The Workers’ Compensation Board (the “Board”) has announced that it will conduct all hearings remotely, through the Board’s Virtual Hearings. The Board also announced the following relief for claimants in connection with WCB claims: … » more information -
Cash Assistance Program
Eligible New York City residents can receive need-based cash assistance through the City’s Temporary Aid to Needy Families Program (“TANF”). The City also offers emergency grants of cash assistance to residents who are unable to pay rent because … » more information -
NYC Paid Safe and Sick Leave Law
Most employees in New York City are eligible for up to 40 hours of sick pay from their employer if (1) they become sick with coronavirus, (2) are caring for a family member who is sick or needs diagnosis, (3) their place of business was ordered … » more information -
Office of Nightlife Survey on COVID-19’s Impact
Note: the survey is now closed. » more information -
Workforce1 Virtual Career Center Offers Career Counseling By Phone or Web
The Workforce1 Career Center system helps New Yorkers prepare for, and connect to, jobs across the City during the COVID-19 outbreak. » more information
Food-Related Relief Programs
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COVID-19 Child Nutrition Response Act
The COVID-19 Child Nutrition Response Act (the “CNRA”) enables the Secretary of Agriculture to waive conditions that states, schools, and individuals must meet to be eligible for financial support for federal nutrition programs. » more information -
Food and Nutrition Service
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) makes appropriations to the Department of Agriculture to fund food and nutrition assistance programs. » more information -
SNAP COVID-19 Response Waivers
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) makes it easier to obtain nutritional assistance. The Act lifts certain requirements for low-income, unemployed individuals to be eligible for Supplemental Nutrition … » more information -
The Maintaining Essential Access to Lunch for Students (MEALS) Act
The Maintaining Essential Access to Lunch for Students Act (the “MEALS Act”) seeks to ensure students have access to school meal benefits while schools are closed because of COVID-19. Enacted as part of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act … » more information -
Nourish New York Initiative
On May 3, 2020, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the Nourish New York Initiative (the “Initiative”), which will provide $25 million to food banks for the purchase of surplus agricultural products from New York State farms to distribute to populations … » more information -
Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance Provides Guidance Regarding SNAP and SNA in Response to COVID-19
The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) announced that there may be special waivers or emergency alternatives for applications to various programs administered by OTDA by individuals and families who have lost income due to COVID-19: … » more information -
Emergency Food Assistance Program
The Emergency Food Assistance Program helps New York City residents access free food quickly by directing them to food pantries for groceries, and to community kitchens for cooked meals. » more information -
Free Meals for All City Residents
The NYC Department of Education is providing three free “grab and go” meals per day for any New York City residents from Monday through Friday. The meals are available at more than 400 sites across the City. Click here to find a location to pick up … » more information -
NY City Expedited Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (“SNAP”)
New York City offers the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (“SNAP”) for City residents. The program (formerly known as “food stamps”) provides food assistance to low income individuals and families, as well as seniors and people with … » more information -
Senior Center Meals Program
New York City senior centers are offering direct meal delivery service. Senior centers are now closed for all in-person programming and no longer offering grab-and-go meals. » more information -
Feeding America
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Feeding America network of food banks has added mobile pantry stops and is implementing drive-through food pickup and delivery options. Feeding America has also established the COVID-19 Response Fund to help … » more information -
Mon Ami
Mon Ami is a non-profit organization that matches seniors with local volunteers who visit them weekly. In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Mon Ami is offering seniors nationwide social visits by phone or video. Additionally, Mon Ami is providing … » more information -
Restaurant Workers Relief Program
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Lee Initiative has established the Restaurant Workers Relief Program, through which it is operating grab-and-go food sites in cities throughout the United States for restaurant employees that were either … » more information -
Part of the Solution (POTS)
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Part of the Solution is continuing to provide emergency meals and emergency shelter, as well as social workers and case managers to assist in personal development and in providing referrals for financial counseling. » more information -
St. John’s Bread & Life
During the COVID-19 outbreak, St. John’s Bread & Life is continuing to provide pick-up-only meals, a food pantry, and a health clinic for low-income individuals in Brooklyn and Queens. » more information -
The Bowery Mission
The Bowery Mission offers a broad range of services to help individuals who are hungry, homeless, or experiencing a crisis. During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Bowery Mission is offering to-go meals at its Bowery campus as well as pantry items at its … » more information -
Citymeals on Wheels
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Citymeals on Wheels is delivering meals to homebound New Yorkers in all five boroughs. » more information -
Coalition for the Homeless
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Coalition for the Homeless is continuing to operate its Grand Central Food Program, which distributes nutritional meals and other emergency items as available, to homeless New Yorkers at 25 street sites throughout … » more information -
FoodHelp NYC Locator
FoodHelp NYC’s interactive map helps users locate community kitchens and food pantries throughout New York City. » more information -
God’s Love We Deliver
God’s Love We Deliver prepares meals on-site and delivers them directly to people living with HIV/AIDS, cancer, and other serious illnesses who are unable to provide or prepare meals for themselves. In case it is unable to deliver regular meals in … » more information
Health-Related Relief Programs
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Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority
This section of the CARES Act addresses proper procedures to be used by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority in implementing countermeasure research, development and procurement with respect to biodefense and infectious … » more information -
CARES Act Provisions for Seniors and Healthy Start
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) includes provisions addressing senior assistance programs and Healthy Start. » more information -
CARES Act: Coverage of Testing and Preventative Services
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) mandates that private health insurers cover certain testing and preventative services for COVID-19 without prior authorization and at no cost. » more information -
CARES Act: Support for Healthcare Providers
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) appropriates funds to detect, prevent, diagnose, and treat coronavirus, and provides additional funding for telehealth: … » more information
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