Mar19Thu

SBA Funds Available to PA Companies

News from the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED): Governor Tom Wolf’s request to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for a disaster declaration was granted for all 67 counties in the Commonwealth. Pennsylvania businesses economically affected by COVID-19 are now eligible for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans and may apply through the SBA loan portal.

Small businesses unable to secure a loan elsewhere are eligible to apply for credit of up to $2 million at a 3.75% interest rate and nonprofit organizations at 2.75% for a timeframe of up to 30 years (all individually negotiated). Loans are for operating capital such as payroll and fixed debts that are unable to be paid due to the impact of COVID-19. For more specific information, contact your local SBA office.
Mar19Thu

COVID-19 Resources in Pennsylvania

To help make the public aware of COVID-19 preparedness and procedures, the Wolf Administration has created a library of free outreach materials for businesses, organizations and anyone interested in displaying important messaging on COVID-19.

The materials are available at PAcast.

Mar16Mon

Philadelphia Department of Commerce / SBA resources

Please refer to the following resources in the coming days and weeks:
• For updated information and guidance from the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, visit www.phila.gov/COVID-19. There is a section specifically dedicated to businesses and nonprofits.
• Require sick staff to stay home. Learn more about Philadelphia’s sick leave policies here.
• Be vigilant in your washing hands and not touching your face.
• Refer to the CDC’s website for additional information.

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Mar16Mon

Supporting Irish Restaurants

As we know, we are in critical times for many businesses throughout the Greater Philadelphia region and the Island of Ireland. Members and friends based in the Philadelphia area can do a small part to support fellow members and Irish restaurants/bars/pubs by purchasing gift cards and take out, while still practicing safe social distancing.

• While The Plough & The Stars, a member company since the early days of the Irish Chamber, is closed temporarily, gift cards are available on their website at https://www.toasttab.com/the-plough-the-stars/giftcards or by calling 215-733-0300 and leaving a message. Take-out is also available, for more details, please click HERE.

• Con Murphy’s, the venue for our 2021 St. Patrick’s Day Parade breakfast, is now available for take-out on Grub Hub.

• The Hearth in Havertown will offer take-out and safe delivery (in Havertown only) on St Patrick’s Day from their Irish menu. Orders must be placed by phone only.

• Purchase gift cards for Tir na nÓg Philadelphia. Click HERE for more details.

• Purchase gift cards for The Black Sheep.

• Purchase gift cards for Fado Irish Pub.