COVID-19 RESOURCES

We know these are uncertain times but more than ever our focus is on you, the entrepreneurs who have the power to innovate the industries of the future. We’ll continue to update this page with resources and articles in response to the current economic climate.

sba disastser loans

If you have cash flow and are looking to bridge, this could be a good opportunity for low interest long term debt. The SBDC is available to help with these applications as rules and process become available. SBA offers a three-step process for disaster loans explained here.

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JONES WALKER RESOURCES

Our legal partners at Jones Walker have put together a number of resources. While applying for grants, please review their summary of the Cares Act.

They also have guidance in regards to the Payment Protection Program advising you work with your current banker. If you do not have one or having trouble securing, please contact Jon directly.

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Facebook Small Business Grants Program

Facebook is offering $100M in cash grants and ad credits for up to 30,000 eligible small businesses in over 30 countries where we operate.

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NVCA

The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is working diligently to address the VC industry’s needs and provide resources that aim to help firms and portfolio companies during this challenging time.

They've put together guidance on affiliation rules for companies with preferred equity financing here.

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office of economic development

The city is collecting initial estimates of damages from COVID-19 which will help with federal and state response funding. If you have been impacted financially and can make a quantitative estimate, please consider submitting this form and send to jeschwartz@nola.gov and castuckswisch@nola.gov

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