COVID-19 Resources
Federal, state and local government entities and nonprofits are working together to control the spread of the coronavirus and to support the businesses and individuals impacted by the virus and/or the protective measures being taken.
North Texas Small Business Development Centers (SBDC Client Intake Form)
State COVID-19 Resources for Business
Office of the Governor:
Visit their website for a comprehensive list of resources and important COVID-19 updates.
Texas Workforce Commission (TWC):
Visit their website for resources available to employers and job seekers impacted by the COVID-19.
- The Commissioner for Employers’ legal team is available Monday through Friday (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) to answer employment law questions. Please contact them at 800-832-9394 or employerinfo@twc.state.tx.us.
- Shared Work Program
- If an individual’s employment has been affected by COVID-19 they may apply for benefits either online by using the Unemployment Benefits Services (UBS) or by calling TWC at 800.939.6631 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday. UBS can be accessed at any time. For additional information, visit TWC’s website.
Texas Department of Insurance (TDI):
Visit their website for an overview of insurance-related questions related to COVID-19.
Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA):
Visit their website for an overview of information related to school meals, consumer protection, rural hospitals, weights and measures and licensing.
Other:
- The Consumer Data Industry Association (CDIA) provided guidance to those directly or indirectly impacted.
- Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are an alternative source of finance for small businesses. For additional information, please visit with each organization:
- SBA Lender Match: Connects Small Business with Participating SBA-approved Lenders
- Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provides counseling to small businesses throughout Texas. For a list of resources to manage the impact and recovery, visit their website.
- SCORE has chapters throughout Texas and provides in-person and virtual counseling and mentorship. They have also published resources and information to support small business, including:
- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Combating Coronavirus
- National Restaurant Association: Coronavirus Information and Resources
- National Retail Federation: Coronavirus Resources for Retailers
- NFIB: Small Business Resources in Response to Coronavirus
- Texas International Produce Association: COVID-19 Update
National COVID-19 Resources
