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To Holly Springs Businesses:
Below, please find a list of resources to assist your business during this difficult time. These include critical information on federal, state, and local loans and grants, small business advisory services, and helpful webinars for your business.
Throughout the health crisis, the Holly Springs Economic Development Department continues to serve you, our local business community. We remain available to assist your business. Please feel free to contact us directly.
All the best,
Irena Krstanovic, Director; and Anna Johnston, Project Manager
Town of Holly Springs Economic Development
State of North Carolina Guidance
North Carolina is taking, a three-phased approach to lift restrictions in place to slow the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic and save lives. For information on how this affects your business and the differences between phases, read more here.
Wake County has launched Wake Forward, a small business relief program that aims to provide loans to small business owners struggling financially due to COVID-19. The goal is to help them in the short-term, so they can get back on their feet in the long-term. Learn more about Wake Forward and apply for funding.
Notice: New Eligibility for Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and Advance
Second Round of PPP Funds as of April 27th
Job Postings in the Research Triangle region
Holly Springs Chamber Foundation Angel Fund - click link to see details and apply HERE
Wake County Essential Contacts
- Specific questions about COVID-19 and your risk: covid19.questions@wakegov.com or call 919-856-7044.
- General feedback: covid19.feedback@wakegov.com
- Health related questions: covid19.questions@wakegove.com or call 919-856-7044
Town of Holly Springs Updates
Visit www.hollyspringsnc.us/covid for updates on the town’s response and additional resources.
Highly Recommended Resources for our Businesses
The CARES Act
N.C. Department of Commerce Unemployment Insurance Information
- Unemployment Insurance Information
- Apply for Unemployment
- File a WARN notice - Report closer of a facility or personnel layoff
- After you file a WARN notice, a Rapid Response team is deployed to help that company and the affected employees.
Families First Coronavirus Response Act
NC Rapid Recovery Loan - May 4
SBA Coronavirus Relief Options
- Notice: New Eligibility for Economic Injury Disaster Loan and Advance
- Paycheck Protection Program
- Express Bridge Loans
- Debt Relief
Other Loans and Helpful Resources
- Guidance and Resources for Small and Medium Manufacturers
- Supply Chain disrupted? Find NC manufactured products here
Local Business Resources
- Holly Springs Economic Development - Business links and resources
- Holly Springs Economic Development website - Small business resources
- Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce Coronavirus Information
- Wake County Economic Development COVID-19 Resource
- Duke Energy response for North Carolina
- NCWorks
- Business Edge - layoff aversion strategies
State Business Resources
- N.C. Chamber Coronavirus Resource Guide
- N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Recommendations for Employers
- Resources for NC Life Science Companies and Researchers
- NC Business Relief Resource
- NC Restaurant & Lodging Association
- Small Business Center Network
- Artist Relief Fund
- Internet Service Offerings
- Coronavirus Updates for NC Employers
National Business Resources
- US Chamber of Commerce: Combating the Coronavirus
- IRS Payment Deadline Extension
- Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
- Fair Labor Standards Act Questions and Answers
- Financial Relief Resources for Artists During COVID-19
- Facebook Small Business Grant Programs
Helpful Webinars
Helpful articles
- Ward and Smith, PA: COVID-19 Resource Page
- IEDC - summary on the stimulus bill
- Managing cash flow during a period of crisis
- US Chamber of Commerce Live Blog
- How to Help Minimize Business Disruption During Emergencies
- Crisis Communication Plan
- The CARES Act Has Passed: Here Are The Highlights
- High level summary of key provisions contained in CARES Act