COVID-19 Business Updates April 7, 2020

Thank you for subscribing to our new emergency information newsletter. We will be sending updates as deemed necessary. We hope that you find these newsletters useful and please know that we value every business in James City County.

If you need to contact us, please email us at yesjcc@jamescitycountyva.gov or call 757-253-6607.

New Grant Available - VA 30 Day Fund

A new forgivable loan program is available through the non-profit organization, VA 30 Day Fund. This fund is open to small businesses with three to 30 employees. Loan amounts do not exceed $3,000.
https://va30dayfund.com

VDEM Private Sector Conference Call & Portal

The Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM) offers a weekly conference call for the private sector on Wednesdays at 1 p.m.
Phone number: 888-843-7185
Participant passcode: 6807062

You can register for the private sector portal online to receive email updates.
http://bit.ly/VaPrivateSector

Survey Reminder - Responses Due This Friday

The Greater Williamsburg Business Council and Greater Williamsburg Partnership in collaboration with Hampton Roads leading business organizations encourages business owners to take the 757 COVID-19 Business Leader Survey. Survey deadline is Friday, April 10.
https://sirresearch.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5BxMmLcWytM4Zdb

County-based Souvenir Manufacturer Joins the Fight Against COVID-19

Bicast, Inc. has retooled its existing operations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Bicast, a manufacturer of souvenirs, is now making protective face shields intended to help healthcare workers on the frontlines. Face shields are a part of personal protective equipment needed to protect healthcare workers treating patients with COVID-19. Continue reading

If your business is contributing in the fight against COVID-19, please share your story by emailing Laura Messer at laura.messer@jamescitycountyva.gov.

https://www.yesjamescitycountyva.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3751

Business FAQs

The Governor’s Office has compiled a list of business FAQs about Virginia’s Statewide Stay At Home Order.

Information Resources

For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19 in our community, please visit James City County's website.

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You may also find information from the Governor of Virginia to be helpful at this time.

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