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Found 31 programs for: Washington
Business-Related Relief Programs
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Additional Tenants’ Rights
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, deadlines for tenants and tenant organizations to exercise their rights under either the Rental Housing Conversion and Sale Act of 1980 (which includes the Tenant Opportunity to … » more information -
Eviction Prohibition and Rental Payments for Tenants
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, D.C. has prohibited housing providers from evicting commercial or residential tenants during a public health emergency and for 60 days thereafter, and further prohibited the … » more information -
Extensions for Sales and Use, Real Property, and Individual/Partnership/Franchise Taxpayers, and Guidance on the Franchise Tax Nexus
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, the D.C. Office of Tax and Revenue (“OTR”) was granted expanded authority to extend deadlines and waive interest and late payment penalties to assist taxpayers, businesses, and … » more information -
Guidance on Reopening of Non-Essential Businesses
As of May 27, 2020 the Mayor has issued a new Executive Order that lifts the temporary closure of the on-site operation of all non-essential businesses. Click here to view the Mayor’s May 27 Order. As of May 29, the District entered Phase One of … » more information -
Owners’ Rights, Mortgage Payments, and Foreclosure Relief
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, D.C. has required mortgage lenders to develop and implement a deferment program for residential and commercial mortgage borrowers, which offers a 90-day deferment program, permanently … » more information -
Reimagining Outdoor Space: Restaurants and Retail
The District of Columbia’s stay at home order was lifted on May 29, 2020. As part of the District’s Phase One reopening, outdoor spaces can be transformed in the following ways: … » more information -
Sales of Beer, Wine, or Spirits for Takeout or Delivery
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, select Alcoholic Beverage Control (“ABC”) licensees that register with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (“Board”) may temporarily sell beer, wine, or spirits in closed containers … » more information -
Small Retailer Tax Credit
The Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR) is reaching out to 2,500 small businesses that have not filed a District franchise tax return claiming the Small Retailer Tax Credit. If an eligible small retailer did not claim the credit on its 2018 District … » more information -
Temporary Prohibition on Disconnection of Utilities
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, the D.C. Council has prohibited the providers of natural gas, electricity, and water from disconnecting services for non-payment during a public health emergency and for 15 days … » more information -
Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Unemployment insurance benefits are generally available to individuals who have been separated from employment through no fault of their own. As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, the D.C. Council has provided access to … » more information
Employment-Related Relief Programs
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Declaration-of-emergency Leave from Employment
The Council of the District of Columbia has expanded the District’s sick leave law to grant leave to employees for reasons related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Council has included a new category of job-protected leave—“Declaration-of-emergency … » more information -
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (“TANF”)
D.C.’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (“TANF”) program is a pre-existing program that provides individuals temporary aid until they are able to find employment. Specifically, the program provides cash assistance to families in need, along … » more information -
Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Unemployment insurance benefits are generally available to individuals who have been separated from employment through no fault of their own. As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, the D.C. Council has provided access to … » more information
Food-Related Relief Programs
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Comprehensive Meal Sites for Children
Students who are enrolled in District of Columbia Public Schools may pick up free meals at any DCPS location on weekdays from 10 am to 2 pm. Locations offering meals are posted online at https://coronavirus.dc.gov/food under “Meal Sites and Grocery … » more information -
Grocery Plus
The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) works to improve the health of low-income persons at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) Foods. CSFP food packages do not … » more information -
Hotline and Web Portal to Request Food and Other Essential Items
Mayor of the District of Columbia launched a COVID-19 Needs Hotline and Web Portal for residents to request food and other essential items be delivered to their homes if they have been directed by a medical provider to self-quarantine, or if they … » more information -
Produce Plus Direct
Produce Plus Direct is a program funded by the DC Department of Health and administered by DC Greens that provides locally grown, fresh produce to DC residents in areas with limited access to fresh, healthy food. Produce Plus Direct is a 2020 … » more information -
Public Benefits Automatic Extension, Waivers, Access
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, the Council of the District of Columbia has granted Mayor Bowser the power to extend the eligibility period for individuals receiving benefits and the timeframe for determinations of … » more information -
Reimagining Outdoor Space: Restaurants and Retail
The District of Columbia’s stay at home order was lifted on May 29, 2020. As part of the District’s Phase One reopening, outdoor spaces can be transformed in the following ways: … » more information -
Senior Homebound Meal Delivery
The District of Columbia Department of Aging and Community Living works with Senior Service Network Lead Agencies and will aim to provide meal delivery to individuals over the age of 60 who are homebound due to illness or disability. » more information -
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (“WIC”)
D.C.’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (“WIC”) is a preexisting food assistance program that provides services to pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children up to age 5. Click here and here for more … » more information -
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (“SNAP”)
D.C.’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (“SNAP”) is a pre-existing program that allows low income households to purchase food from they need from an authorized retailer. A SNAP account is established for participants and automatic deposits … » more information -
Capital Area Food Bank
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Capital Area Food Bank is distributing food at multiple pop-up pantry locations. It is also continuing to run its afterschool meals program, which has been replaced with to-go meals that children can pick up … » more information -
DC Central Kitchen
DC Central Kitchen is operating nine mobile sites serving to-go breakfast and lunch throughout Washington, D.C. Through its partnership with D.C. Public Schools, it is also operating ten student grocery distribution locations for children 18 and … » more information -
Hook Hall
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Hook Hall, in partnership with the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington, is distributing daily meals and/or care packages (including shelf-stable foods and paper goods) to the families of … » more information -
Martha’s Table
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Martha’s Table, in partnership with D.C. Public and Charter Schools, is providing bags of groceries to families at designated food access sites around the city. » more information
Health-Related Relief Programs
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COVID-19 Benefits Offered by DC Health Link Providers, Special Open Enrollment Period for Uninsured, and COVID-19 Testing Coverage
DC Health Link’s website provides an exemplar list of benefits offered by DC Health Link providers including Aetna, CareFirst, Kaiser Permanente, and UnitedHealthcare. Specific questions are answered, including whether insurance will cover COVID-19 … » more information -
Grocery Plus
The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) works to improve the health of low-income persons at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) Foods. CSFP food packages do not … » more information -
Guidance on Medical Coverage through Medicaid, DC Healthcare Alliance, and Immigrant Children’s Program
The District of Columbia Department of Human Services offers medical coverage to income-eligible residents through Medicaid, the DC Healthcare Alliance (“Alliance”), and DC Healthy Families programs. Newly unemployed individuals who are also newly … » more information -
Public Benefits Automatic Extension, Waivers, Access
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, the Council of the District of Columbia has granted Mayor Bowser the power to extend the eligibility period for individuals receiving benefits and the timeframe for determinations of … » more information -
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (“WIC”)
D.C.’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (“WIC”) is a preexisting food assistance program that provides services to pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children up to age 5. Click here and here for more … » more information
Housing-Related Relief Programs
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Additional Tenants’ Rights
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, deadlines for tenants and tenant organizations to exercise their rights under either the Rental Housing Conversion and Sale Act of 1980 (which includes the Tenant Opportunity to … » more information -
COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program (CHAP)
The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has developed the COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program (CHAP) offering rental assistance to low-income renters who are in arrears. Tenants must earn 80% of the Median Family Income (MFI) or … » more information -
Eviction Prohibition and Rental Payments for Tenants
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, D.C. has prohibited housing providers from evicting commercial or residential tenants during a public health emergency and for 60 days thereafter, and further prohibited the … » more information -
Financial Assistance With Utility Bills
Emergency Utility Assistance-On June 1, 2020, Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE) began providing emergency utility assistance to residents who owe $250 or more on a utility account. This is a one-time payment to a single utility and benefits … » more information -
Mortgage Assistance Program (MAP)
Borrowers who qualify can receive up to $5,000 per month to put toward their payments of monthly mortgage principal, interest, escrowed property taxes, escrowed homeowners insurance, escrowed monthly mortgage insurance, past late fees in an effort … » more information -
Owners’ Rights, Mortgage Payments, and Foreclosure Relief
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, D.C. has required mortgage lenders to develop and implement a deferment program for residential and commercial mortgage borrowers, which offers a 90-day deferment program, permanently … » more information -
Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program
The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has developed a $1.5 million program funded to offer tenant-based rental assistance to low-income renters in affordable housing communities, that have lost income during the COVID-19 public … » more information
Insurance-Related Relief Programs
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COVID-19 Benefits Offered by DC Health Link Providers, Special Open Enrollment Period for Uninsured, and COVID-19 Testing Coverage
DC Health Link’s website provides an exemplar list of benefits offered by DC Health Link providers including Aetna, CareFirst, Kaiser Permanente, and UnitedHealthcare. Specific questions are answered, including whether insurance will cover COVID-19 … » more information -
Guidance on Medical Coverage through Medicaid, DC Healthcare Alliance, and Immigrant Children’s Program
The District of Columbia Department of Human Services offers medical coverage to income-eligible residents through Medicaid, the DC Healthcare Alliance (“Alliance”), and DC Healthy Families programs. Newly unemployed individuals who are also newly … » more information -
Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Unemployment insurance benefits are generally available to individuals who have been separated from employment through no fault of their own. As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, the D.C. Council has provided access to … » more information
Tax-Related Relief Programs
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Extensions for Sales and Use, Real Property, and Individual/Partnership/Franchise Taxpayers, and Guidance on the Franchise Tax Nexus
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, the D.C. Office of Tax and Revenue (“OTR”) was granted expanded authority to extend deadlines and waive interest and late payment penalties to assist taxpayers, businesses, and … » more information -
Small Retailer Tax Credit
The Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR) is reaching out to 2,500 small businesses that have not filed a District franchise tax return claiming the Small Retailer Tax Credit. If an eligible small retailer did not claim the credit on its 2018 District … » more information
Miscellaneous Relief Programs
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Department of Motor Vehicles Extension of Expiration Dates
In light of COVID-19, all D.C. Department of Motor Vehicles documents with an expiration date on or after March 1, 2020 will remain valid until 45 days after the COVID-19 public health emergency concludes. Eligible documents include driver licenses, … » more information -
Hotline and Web Portal to Request Food and Other Essential Items
Mayor of the District of Columbia launched a COVID-19 Needs Hotline and Web Portal for residents to request food and other essential items be delivered to their homes if they have been directed by a medical provider to self-quarantine, or if they … » more information -
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (“TANF”)
D.C.’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (“TANF”) program is a pre-existing program that provides individuals temporary aid until they are able to find employment. Specifically, the program provides cash assistance to families in need, along … » more information -
Temporary Prohibition on Disconnection of Utilities
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, the D.C. Council has prohibited the providers of natural gas, electricity, and water from disconnecting services for non-payment during a public health emergency and for 15 days … » more information -
Hook Hall
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Hook Hall, in partnership with the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington, is distributing daily meals and/or care packages (including shelf-stable foods and paper goods) to the families of … » more information
