COVID-19 Resource Center
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Government Programs & Policy
Wondering how to navigate the alphabet soup of government relief passed in response to coronavirus (CARES Act, FFCRA, PPP, etc)? We recommend starting with our small business guide to federal aid.
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
CARES Act
U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Coronavirus Emergency Loans Guide & Checklist
New York Times: FAQ on Coronavirus Relief for Small Businesses, Freelancers and More
Payment Protection Program (PPP) Loans
PPP Lenders taking existing clients only (crowd-sourced)
PPP Lenders taking new clients (crowd-sourced)
Other Resources
(New) Main Street Lending Program (Federal Reserve)
Small Business Relief Tracker (Forbes)
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources (SBA)
Business Resource Hub (Facebook)
Small business resources to help with coronavirus impacts (The Points Guy)
Combating the Coronavirus (U.S. Chamber of Commerce)
Rippling Product Updates
We’ve been working around the clock to roll out new features that help our customers comply with new legal requirements and take advantage of government aid.
Tracking FFCRA-related leave in Rippling
Remote Work Resources
Help your teams transition to remote work without missing a beat.
Ways to Help
Donate Blood. Our nation's hospital system is facing a critical blood shortage. Healthy individuals can make an appointment or call 1-800-RED-CROSS to find a local donation site.
Donate Time. There's a wealth of career and volunteering opportunities for people interested in helping fight the pandemic.
Donate Money. Consider giving to one of the many causes on the frontlines of combatting COVID-19 and supporting their communities, from Meals on Wheels to United Way and GoFundMe campaigns.
From our team to yours, stay healthy and stay safe. We’ll get through this together.
Disclaimer
Rippling and its affiliates do not provide tax, accounting, or legal advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide or be relied on for tax, accounting, or legal advice. You should consult your own tax, accounting, and legal advisors before engaging in any related activities or transactions.
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