This morning US Small Business Administration Disaster Loans became available to businesses in our region. Information on eligibility, useful forms, and step by step instructions for completing the application are available at the Southwest Indiana Chamber website. If applications online are down, downloadable resources are available on our site. Businesses are encouraged to consult their financial and legal advisors and to contact the Southwest Indiana Chamber and our partners for additional assistance at 812-425-8147.
Information on employment matters — employment opportunities and other services available to support our region’s business community are also posted on the Chamber site. In particular, we encourage employers and employees facing layoff to take advantage of the two live webinars hosted by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD for Hoosiers impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. The 30-minute live programs will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 24, and at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25.
The program will cover unemployment eligibility requirements, the formula and amounts determined by Indiana State Statute for benefit amounts, frequently asked questions — and how to apply for benefits. To register click here.
Please encourage the public to visit www.swinchamber.com for daily updates on closings and cancellations, business operations resources, restaurant offerings, employment opportunities, and available local business services to help us all during this crisis.
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