We’re here to help. For funding resources, where possible we’ve tried to include a note that indicates how quickly you could move from submitting application to receiving the support. We hope this helps you be able to prioritize the options. Reach out if you want to talk through options best for your business, or have questions – [email protected] or 412.681.8800.
Paycheck Protection Program
This is a loan that can be forgivable if criteria are met. You need to apply through a local lender – most banks in Bloomfield are currently accepting these applications. Here’s the link to the application on First Commonwealth’s website, which is the first we received in our inbox. As we get more bank links, we’ll add them here.
Save Small Business Fund
The Save Small Business Fund is offering short-term relief for small employers of 3-20 employees through $5000 grants. Find more info and apply online here.
Urban Redevelopment Authority: COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Loan Program
The URA Small Business Assistance Loan can be used for rent, insurance, payroll, and other fixed assets. Loans can be requested up to $15,000. Apply online here.
Small Business Association Disaster Loans
Pennsylvanians are now eligible for disaster loans from the Small Business Association. The SBA provides low-interest disaster loans to help businesses and homeowners recover from declared disasters. Find more info and apply online here.
Honeycomb Crowdfunded Small Business Relief Loan
To help deliver the working capital that businesses need, Honeycomb is offering 45-day payment free periods, 6-month interest-only periods and reducing our posting, success, and investor fees. They’re also streamlining their due diligence to connect businesses with local investors as quickly as possible. As always, these loans are community funded via the Honeycomb crowdfunding platform. Apply and get more information here.
Honeycomb Loyalty Bonds
Honeycomb Credit has created a “loyalty bond” program. Described as a “maturing” gift card it allows customers to support your business now and redeem the value of their contribution in a staggered manner. That way the value of gift cards aren’t all redeemed immediately upon reopening. Learn more about the program and enroll here.
Kiva Pittsburgh Small Business Zip Loan
Kiva loans are 0% interest, with no fees! Loans can be up to $10,000, paid back over up to three years. Kiva approves many loans that other lenders would not. Apply and get more information here. Schedule an online meeting here.
Note: Kiva is receiving a larger amount of inquiries than normal and will get back to you as quickly as possible.
Bridgeway Capital
Bridgeway Capital is offering loans for small businesses and nonprofits for those facing negative economic impacts from COVID-19. They’re also offering technical assistance to businesses applying for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).