Small Business Guide for Coronavirus Relief

Updates and tools for local businesses navigating the crisis

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Latest updates for local businesses

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Find information and articles to help you manage a local business during the coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19)

How do I manage finances and restructure my business during the coronavirus pandemic?

Emergency business plan checklist
How to prioritize bills when cash flow is tight (American Express)
How to use crowdfunding to support your small business (U.S. Chamber of Commerce)
Emergency lines of credit: What businesses should know
How to negotiate rent for your small business during Covid-19
How to create long term emergency business plans
The new business essentials: 3 ways to restart during crisis
How to file small business taxes
Small business financing options (SoFi)
How local businesses can best manage their finances during COVID-19
US Small Business Resource Center (Goldman Sachs)
Emergency funding for small business: How to qualify (Funding Circle)
Small business grants: What are they and how to apply

How can I take care of my team?

How do I move my business online to comply with social distancing?

Best free websites for small businesses
Nextdoor tools for local businesses in response to coronavirus
Open for Business Hub: Technology tools to make it easier to work remotely
How one neighborhood coffee company made the move to mobile-only
How to restructure your business model online to meet customers where they're at
7 benefits of digital marketing
How to move your restaurant ordering online with CardFree

How can I communicate with customers?

How will recent disaster legislation and news impact my business?

What the $2T coronavirus aid package could mean for U.S. small businesses
Small business emergency loan guide (U.S. Chamber of Commerce)
State-by-state resources for business and economic relief:
- California
- Connecticut
- Florida
- Georgia
- Illinois
- Louisiana
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- New Jersey
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- Texas
- Washington
National Governors Association: information about your state’s legislation

What resources are available for businesses outside the U.S.?

Australia

Canada

Denmark

Compensation guide for your business

Italy

Coronavirus measures to support families, workers and businesses

Netherlands

Spain

United Kingdom

COVID-19: support for businesses
COVID-19: guidance for employees, employers and businesses

How to use Nextdoor to stay connected to your neighborhood

Move your business online

Your most invested customers, your neighbors, want to hear from you. Keep them updated on business hours, new business offerings, and let them know about any special deals you’re running by creating a free Business Page on Nextdoor.

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Use Nextdoor as a local business

Share new business offerings

Many businesses have had to make major changes to their operations during the coronavirus crisis. Share links to gift cards, fundraising campaigns, or takeout/delivery options on your page.

Learn how to

Update your Business Page

Engage with local customers for free

Business Posts help start the conversation with the neighborhood. Engage 1:1 to answer questions, gather feedback, keep the relationship going, and draw in new customers.

Learn how to

Use Business Posts

Create a local business group in your area

Community is more important than ever right now. Strengthen your network with other neighborhood business owners sharing learnings and offering support.

Learn how to

Create or find a Nextdoor Group

Partner resources

Small business resources from Nextdoor's partners to help you get back to business

GoDaddy is providing access to resources, inspiration and connection to other entrepreneurs. Plus, they're offering up some of their best tools, including a free website to help keep businesses open. Learn more at openwestand.org

Indeed is here to help small businesses find their next great hires with a $50 Sponsored Job credit.* Sponsored jobs receive premium visibility, delivering more qualified applicants to your job. Post your job in minutes and claim your credit at indeed.com/hire/nextdoor

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PayPal helps small businesses adapt to reach customers and get paid in new ways. We have a number of simple solutions, many of which your business can start using in minutes.

Learn more.

More small business resources

Resources so you can find the information you need

U.S. government

Small Business Administration
Internal Revenue Service
Department of Labor

Business associations

U.S. Chamber of Commerce
National Retail Federation
National Restaurant Association
National Association of Realtors

Health resources

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
World Health Organization
Occupational Safety and Health Administration

We'd like to hear from you

Do you own a local business? What are your biggest challenges? Lessons and advice you have? How is your neighborhood supporting you? Tell us so we can create content that is most helpful to you.