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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 June 15, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Florida, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Reponse website or the Florida League of Cities' Coronavirus Resources.
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 -
Assessment of Documentary Stamp Taxes on Paycheck Protection Program Loans Suspended
To encourage small businesses to apply for Paycheck Protection Program loans created by Title I of the CARES act, Governor DeSantis of Florida has suspended the assessment and collection of documentary stamp taxes for Paycheck Protection Program … » more information -
Emergency Business Damage Assessment Survey for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Governor DeSantis has asked the U.S. Small Business Administration to open up Disaster Loan Assistance programs for businesses in Florida. In the meantime, Governor DeSantis activated the Business Damage Assessment survey to assess the impact of … » more information -
Plan for Florida’s Recovery – Phase 1 Recovery
Pursuant to Executive Orders 20-112, 20-120, 20-123, and 20-131 Governor DeSantis announced guidance for reopening restaurants, retail establishments, gyms and fitness centers, professional sports venues, amusement parks, vacation rentals, organized … » more information -
Plan for Florida’s Recovery – Phase 2 Recovery
Pursuant to Executive Orders 20-112, 20-120, 20-123, 20-131, and 20-139. Governor DeSantis announced guidance for reopening restaurants, bars, retail establishments, gyms and fitness centers, professional sports venues, amusement parks, personal … » more information -
Price Gouging Hotline / Complaint Form
The Florida Office of the Attorney General provided a hotline and complaint form for any consumer to report complaints about “price gouging” regarding COVID-19 “essential commodities.” … » more information -
Suspension of Evictions and Foreclosures
Governor DeSantis of Florida has issued an Executive Order 20-137, extending Executive Order 20-94 suspending and tolling any statutes providing for either mortgage foreclosures or evictions under Florida law. » 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 -
Plan for Florida’s Recovery – Phase 1 Recovery
Pursuant to Executive Orders 20-112, 20-120, 20-123, and 20-131 Governor DeSantis announced guidance for reopening restaurants, retail establishments, gyms and fitness centers, professional sports venues, amusement parks, vacation rentals, organized … » more information -
Plan for Florida’s Recovery – Phase 2 Recovery
Pursuant to Executive Orders 20-112, 20-120, 20-123, 20-131, and 20-139. Governor DeSantis announced guidance for reopening restaurants, bars, retail establishments, gyms and fitness centers, professional sports venues, amusement parks, personal … » more information -
Reemployment Assistance - COVID-19
Reemployment Assistance provides temporary wage replacement (unemployment insurance) benefits to eligible individuals who are out of work through no fault of their own. Floridians may be eligible to receive Reemployment Assistance if you have a … » more information -
Jewish Community Services of South Florida Helpline
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS), a human service agency within the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, is providing a 24/7 emergency helpline to assist those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. By … » more information -
Greater Miami Jewish Federation
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Hebrew Free Loan Association of Miami is providing interest-free “Emergency Coronavirus Financial Impact” loans of up to $3000 to qualified Jewish borrowers in Miami-Dade County to help with expenses such as … » 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 -
Florida Food Assistance Program (SNAP)
The Food Assistance Program helps people with low-income buy healthy food. A food assistance household is normally a group of people who live together and buy food and cook meals together. If your household passes the Food Assistance Program’s … » more information -
Plan for Florida’s Recovery – Phase 1 Recovery
Pursuant to Executive Orders 20-112, 20-120, 20-123, and 20-131 Governor DeSantis announced guidance for reopening restaurants, retail establishments, gyms and fitness centers, professional sports venues, amusement parks, vacation rentals, organized … » more information -
Plan for Florida’s Recovery – Phase 2 Recovery
Pursuant to Executive Orders 20-112, 20-120, 20-123, 20-131, and 20-139. Governor DeSantis announced guidance for reopening restaurants, bars, retail establishments, gyms and fitness centers, professional sports venues, amusement parks, personal … » more information -
Summer BreakSpot Free Meals for Kids and Teens
Summer BreakSpot locations are a place for kids and teens 18 and under to come and enjoy free meals during school closures. With Florida schools closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Florida families are encouraged to take advantage of alternative … » more information -
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Assistance
WIC is a food assistance program for women, infants, and young children. WIC provides money in the form of WIC EBT cards to buy healthy foods, and also provides nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals for health care. » 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 -
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Catholic Charities of Miami’s Congregate Meals Program is continuing to provide meals to individuals age 60 or older located in Miami-Dade County, but has shifted to a mobile meal delivery program. » more information -
Feeding South Florida
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Feeding South Florida is running numerous drive-thru and grab-and-go food pantries throughout Southern Florida. Feeding South Florida is also continuing to supply food pantries through member agencies throughout … » more information -
FLIPANY
In response to the extended school closures that have resulted from COVID-19 outbreak, FLIPANY is providing free grab-and-go breakfast and lunch to children 18 years and under at various locations throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach … » more information -
Food for Life Network
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Food for Life Network continues to provide food services for individuals in Miami-Dade County. Drive-thru service is available, and groceries will be placed in the trunks of cars. Individuals lacking transportation … » more information -
Paradise Christian School & Development Center Grab-and-Go Meals
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Paradise Christian School & Development Center is operating a “drive-thru” service to provide grab-and-go meals for children. Meals will be placed by staff in the trunks of clients’ cars. » more information -
South County Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the South County Food Pantry is continuing to run a food pantry in Venice, Florida. Most food consists of non-perishable items supplemented by frozen meat and, when available, fresh fruits and vegetables. » more information -
St. Petersburgh Free Clinic
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the St. Petersburg Free Clinic’s We Help Services Food Pantry is providing pre-bagged food at an outdoor mobile distribution site in downtown St. Petersburg. Individuals may visit the site in an automobile, on a … » more information -
Treasure Coast Food Bank
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Treasure Coast Food Bank is partnering with multiple grab-and-go food pantries in Indian River, Martin, St. Lucie, and Okeechobee Counties. The Treasure Coast Food Bank also is offering emergency food assistance to … » more information -
United Against Poverty Grocery Distribution
During the COVID-19 outbreak, United Against Poverty (UP) is continuing to provide grocery distribution at three locations to low-income families. » more information -
Jewish Community Services of South Florida Helpline
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS), a human service agency within the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, is providing a 24/7 emergency helpline to assist those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. By … » more information -
Greater Miami Jewish Federation
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Hebrew Free Loan Association of Miami is providing interest-free “Emergency Coronavirus Financial Impact” loans of up to $3000 to qualified Jewish borrowers in Miami-Dade County to help with expenses such as … » 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 -
Defense Health Program
This program appropriates $82 million in additional funding to the Department of Defense to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic tests and related services for beneficiaries of military TRICARE health plans, as described in Division F, Section … » more information -
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Health Provisions
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides no-cost COVID-19 testing for participants in private health insurance plans and beneficiaries of federal health insurance programs, and expanded Medicaid benefits. » more information -
Indian Health Services
This program provides funding to the Indian Health Service to cover the cost of COVID-19 testing. Specifically, the program appropriates $64 million in new funding to the Indian Health Service to be used to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic … » more information -
Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund
This section appropriates an additional $1 billion for a “Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund” for the Department of Health and Human Services (“DHHS”) to pay claims submitted by providers for reimbursement for the cost of COVID-19 … » more information -
COVID-19 Call Center
The Florida Department of Health has opened a COVID-19 Call Center. » more information -
Free In-Home Rapid HIV Self-Testing
Individuals who visit the KnowYourHIVStatus.com website are eligible to receive a free in-home rapid HIV self-testing kit. Eligibility criteria have been removed to assist more individuals in accessing HIV testing during the COVID-19 outbreak. » more information
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