Monitoring the changing developments of COVID-19 and its impact on our region and our business community
For 125 years, the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce has been the region’s trusted source for information on issues impacting business. That is no different during these times. The information you see on www.toledochamber.com and in all of our messaging is shared directly from sources such as local, state and federal government agencies.
In response to the COVID-19 health crisis, we are focusing all of our efforts on
delivering the latest resources and information to help businesses navigate this challenging time.
In response to the COVID-19 health crisis, we are focusing all of our efforts on
delivering the latest resources and information to help businesses navigate this challenging time.
The restaurant industry has been among the hardest-hit sectors during the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. To help bring jobs back and revive the industry, the American Rescue Plan established the $28.6 billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund at the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The program has been targeted to make it a priority to reach the hardest-hit small restaurants.
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The official application launch date will be announced shortly. For the first 21 days that the program is open, the SBA will prioritize reviewing applications from small businesses owned by women, veterans, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. Following the 21-day period, all eligible applicants are encouraged to submit applications.
Get the program details below such as eligibility, funding amount, allowable use of funds and more. If you haven’t already, sign up for RRF email updates. |
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Minority, Women and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Directory
In a response to the increase in requests for Black, Hispanic, women, LGBTQ+, veteran and other minority owned business connections, the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce has launched a Minority, Women and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Directory. If you would like to be included in this directory, please take a few minutes to complete the form. |
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2020 Year in Review
This year’s Year in Review is dedicated to the idea that though 2020 was incredibly difficult, Toledo was still a center for growth, prosperity and optimism, and we were able to find moments of joy and togetherness. And, of course, there’s so much to look forward to in 2021 and beyond here in northwest Ohio. Read the 2020 Year in Review |
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Economic Injury Disaster Loan
The U.S. Small Business Administration has reopened the Economic Injury Disaster Loan program. The EIDL program is designed to provide economic relief to businesses that are currently experiencing a temporary loss of revenue due to coronavirus (COVID-19). You can apply now for the EIDL program now through Dec. 31, 2021. Access the online application: https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/economic-injury-disaster-loans |
There's never been a more important time to protect the health of your employees. The COSE MEWA, offered through the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce and Medical Mutual, in partnership with COSE (Council of Smaller Enterprises), covers over 7,500 small businesses, making it one of the largest MEWA’s in the country and the largest in Ohio. There is strength and security in these numbers.
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Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce and our community partners are committed to helping our local businesses reboot and join in the economic recovery of our region. We are re-focusing our Chamber efforts and expanding our Small Business Development Center (SBDC) capabilities to provide your business with the resources and tools it needs to rebound and adjust to today's "new normal."
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