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The spread of COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the economy and business operations. The Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) at Iowa State University is helping companies understand the financial resources and tools available to Iowa companies to help them better manage their businesses during the coronavirus pandemic.
The list of COVID-19 financial resources below includes detailed information and videos describing a variety of financial assistance programs and relief funds created in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. The list includes federal government assistance such as the Paycheck Protection Program and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, as well as links to other programs designed to help small businesses affected by COVID-19.
Be sure to visit this page regularly for the latest information.
Here are a few resources to assist you in understanding some of the COVID-19 financial tools and resources available:
State of Iowa Resources & Information
Iowa Economic Development Agency’s COVID-19: Iowa Business Recovery Assistance
Iowa Economic Development Agency’s COVID-19: Small Business Utility Disruption Prevention
Iowa Small Business Development Centers COVID-19 Resources
Federal Assistance Programs
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act
US Small Business Administration Coronavirus Relief Options
- EIDL vs PPP Comparisons
- Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL)
- Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
- Express Business Loans
- Microloan Debt Relief
General Resources
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) COVID-19 Resources
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Coronavirus Tax Relief
Iowa Department of Revenue COVID-19
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Save Small Business Fund
If your business is impacted by COVID-19, CIRAS can provide no-cost assistance to help you understand your next steps. CIRAS has an emergency response team in place to help guide you through the recovery process. Fill out our Contact Us form and we’ll be in touch with you.