In the wake of the outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019), Portland’s business community is coming together to support each other and find ways to recover and stay afloat throughout the duration of this situation.
We’ve compiled a list of resources that may be of use to local business owners and created specialized social media graphics that can be used across your social platforms to bring awareness and traffic to your business’ website.
Resources for Reopening
#reopeningpdx
The hashtag #reopeningpdx encourages support for Portland attractions, experiences and businesses.
Google My Business
Use this quick reference guide to utilize Google's most recent functionality to help represent your business accurately.
Occupational Safety & Health Administration
Free and confidential consultation services for businesses to aid compliance with COVID guidelines
Open for Business
Initiative connecting brands with experienced storyteller volunteers to develop video messages that assure the world they're open for business
PBOT Business Toolkit
Apply for a temporary pickup/drop-off parking space for your business or a Healthy Businesses permit for larger use of the public right-of-way.
Spatio Metrics
Use this free spatial analytics tool to evaluate social distancing potential within a floor plan.
COVID-19 Informational Updates
Travel Oregon COVID-19 Toolkit
This toolkit points to resources from national and state public health organizations.
COVID-19 Financial Assistance
Business Oregon
Resources for Oregon businesses looking for assistance with the economic impacts of COVID-19.
FedEx #SupportSmallGrants
FedEx is offering $5,000 grants plus a $500 credit from FedEx Office for grantees.
Main Street Lending Program
The Federal Reserve is providing roughly $600 billion in loans to businesses, with interest rates ranging from 2.5% to 4%.
Oregon Community Foundation
Learn about the fund created to support nonprofits impacted by the virus.
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
Assistance for self-employed, contract, gig and other workers not eligible for regular unemployment benefits
Portland Small Business Relief Fund
Prosper Portland is offering over $2 million in grants and no-interest loans to local small businesses impacted by COVID-19 (applications closed as of April 11).
Private For-Hire Transportation Program
Company, vehicle, and driver permit renewal fees may be deferred until the end of December 2020.
Work Share Oregon
Work Share provides an alternative for employers and workers who may be facing the prospect of a lay off situation.
Local Networks and Connections
Connecting Dots PDX
Join small businesses, freelancers and local creatives impacted by COVID-19 and share resources.
Partners in Diversity
The "Open Jobs Board" connects professionals of color with employers in Oregon and Southwest Washington
Local Fundraising Efforts
COVID-19 Oregon Musicians' Relief Fund
Foundation to support Oregon musicians and music industry workers affected by COVID-19, created by the Jeremy Wilson Foundation.
Family Meal
Portland-based, volunteer-run nonprofit providing financial relief to Oregon’s food service and agricultural workers in medical debt crisis.
Float – Support Small Business
Online directory of links to support local businesses through crowdfunding campaigns and gift card purchases.
Oregon Worker Relief Fund
Fund providing financial support directly to Oregonians who have lost their jobs yet are ineligible for Unemployment Insurance and federal stimulus relief due to their immigration status.
Portland Coronavirus Mutual Aid Fund
Fundraiser to support those who have lost their employment, assist with healthcare costs and provide supplies to vulnerable communities.
Portland Virtual Tip Jar
Spreadsheet of local service industry workers with ways to "tip" them through online payment platforms, such as Venmo and Cashapp.
Resources for Restaurants and Restaurant Workers
Frontline Foods PDX
Join in this effort to provide meals for healthcare workers on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Forbes Travel Guide
As a resource for hospitality professionals during this time, Forbes Travel Guide is providing complimentary live training webinars and videos to help you continue to hone your skills and prepare for the future.
Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association
Safety guidelines and checklist for reopening under phase one
Restaurants and Food Service COVID-19 Guidance
Reopening guidance from Multnomah County for restaurants
Restaurant Employee Relief Form
Grant program providing financial support to restaurant industry employees experiencing hardship in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak.
COVID-19 Social Media Tools for Business Owners
Local business owners are invited to use the hashtag #PortlandTogether and the specialized graphics below to share across their social media platforms and drive customers to purchase gift cards and other products on their websites.
#Portland Together Feed Posts
These graphics are specially sized to fit into your social media feed’s grid format. (Click here to view and download them all.)
#Portland Together Stories
These graphics are specially sized to fit into your social media’s vertical “stories.” (Click here to view and download them all.)