Updated May 27, 2020
In the face of these COVID-19 global challenges, our community has come together to do our best in flattening the curve and coming out on the other side just as friendly, kind, and communal as folks have always known us Buffalonians to be. Buffalo is The City of Good Neighbors, and it is in times like these when we earn that reputation.
There is no question some very tough days lie ahead. Through determination, hard work, and compassion, we will persevere, evolve, and show what is truly great about Buffalo, about New York State, and about this nation.
Though much is still uncertain, we wanted to share the resources and organizations that can best be of service to you and your company on what we do know. We'll continue to update this list as information changes, so feel to free to check back.
First, there is an immediate need for personal protective equipment, including masks, gloves, gowns, ventilators, and more. If your business is able to produce these products, contact Empire State Development: COVID19supplies@esd.ny.gov
Also, Our partner organization Buffalo Niagara Partnership has a great and consistently updated site of new information.
Health Organizations:
Center for Disease Control (CDC)
World Health Organization (WHO)
New York State Department of Health
Erie County Department of Health
Reopening Resources:
Reopening Safety Plan Template
Business Reopening Lookup Tool
Business Support Information/Resources:
Buffalo Niagara Partnership (BNP)
Payment Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Application Instructions
Business Council of NYS Resource Guide
The Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES Act
SBDC at Buffalo State College assisting local impacted businesses
Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employee Paid Leave Rights
GFDA Crisis Toolkit for Businesses
NYPA Economic Development Customer Assistance Program
Essential employee child care support
US SBA Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
New York State Shared Work Program
National Association of Manufacturers state-by-state restrictions/operations
Webinars & Articles:
Manufacturing Operational Guide & Webinar
How Chinese Company's Have Responded to Coronavirus - Harvard Business Review
