​The Boise Metro Chamber is dedicated to helping businesses throughout the Boise Metro area. While information around this outbreak changes rapidly, the following links are intended to help educate employers and employees on how to prepare for and address the impacts of the coronavirus.

From the Chamber:

• A COVID-19 Interview with President & CEO, Bill Connors​ and Mark Johnson on KTVB​

Don't see your bank or credit union? Email communications@boisechamber.org to be added!

Download Payment Protection Program application here

Chamber Video Update Series:

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CARES Act Resources

Emergency Resources for Nonprofits Impacted by COVID-19

​We know the effects of COVID-19 are far reaching and our nonprofit members are struggling to deliver on their missions. Many organizations with a “not for profit” classification were left out of the recent CAREs Act. This includes 501c(6) organizations and many others. The Boise Metro Chamber would like to share information to inform you about the loans and grants, and to help you determine if you are eligible. 

For more information click here

U.S. Chamber Resources

​Please find attached and at the links below new and updated resources that the U.S. Chamber has developed to assist businesses access resources created under the CARES Act (Phase III bill).

• Guide to SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) 
•  Guide to the Employee Retention Tax Credit   
•  Coronavirus Emergency Loans Small Business Guide and Checklist (Paycheck Protection Program)
• NEW - Guide to PPP Loan Forgiveness

 
Additionally, the U.S. Department of Treasury issued additional guidance regarding the Paycheck Protection Program.  Links to the resources provided by Treasury can be found, or on their webpage.
 

• A top-line overview of the program can be found here.
• If you’re a lender, more information can be found here.
• If you’re a borrower, more information can be found here.
• The application for borrowers can be found here.

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Government Updates and Resources:

• Idaho Rebounds Small Business Cash Grants 
• Statewide Stay-Home Order
• List of essential services
• City of Boise COVID-19 Update
• The Idaho Small Business Development Center business advisors are available to provide information and technical assistance on SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans and to help you navigate the economic impacts caused by COVID-19. Find more information here.
• Idaho's local Small Business Administration office offers many small business loan and assistance programs and are currently helping small businesses understand how to access and apply for the capital they need. For more information, click here. 

Employment Opportunities:

As the region's advocate for a vibrant and prosperous economy and outstanding quality of life, the Boise Metro Chamber is doing all we can to ensure our economy continues to run during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are connecting businesses seeking employees with people seeking immediate work.
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Persons looking for employment, please click here. 

Information Provided By Member Organizations:

• Hawley Troxell Coronavirus Information
• Better Business Bureau
• Perkins Coie Resource Guide for Businesses​​
• Valley Regional Transit
• ​Crush The Curve Idaho​
• Idaho Business for Education Community Activation Project
• Mercer Webcast: Navigating Coronavirus
• HealthWise Coronavirus Resource Center
• Cradlepoint Emergency Network Response Web Series
• Verizon Small Business Support Recovery Fund
• ​SelectHealth Community Resources Bulletin
• ​Boise Weekly Safe at Home Community Resource Guide​
• Idaho PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Exchange 
• Bounce Back Idaho 
• Primary Health 
• The Salvation Army - Emergency Childcare Services Available to All Essential Workers​
• Idaho Health Care Services