Coronavirus (COVID-19) Help Center
COVID-19 Support for Your: Finances | Employees | Operations
Latest Update as of May 7, 2021
- The SBA is no longer accepting PPP applications from most lenders. However, funding may remain for lenders designated as community financial institutions (CFI). CFIs include Community Development Financial Institutions, Minority Deposit Institutions, Certified Development Companies, and Microloan Intermediaries. Find a CFI.
- Businesses that have received PPP loans should turn their attention to the forgiveness application process. Read more about PPP forgiveness and check out our PPP loan forgiveness estimator. This information is also available in Spanish.
- Eligible businesses interested in applying for a Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) award must first establish an account with a username and password through the SBA portal. The portal is open. Read more to help facilitate the process. The SBA also began accepting applications May 3 for RRF awards.
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The SBA has reopened the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) application portal. Read more about the SVOG program. For details on applying and an applicant checklist, see the "Supplemental Documents" section on SBA.gov.
COVID-19 Tools and Information
Whether you’re looking to apply for your first — or your second — PPP loan, or are looking for other relief options, we’re here to help.
Tax Credits
- Learn how the Employee Retention Tax Credit could help your business.
- Are you eligible for the Employee Retention Tax Credit? Listen to our podcast.
- What other tax benefits are available for businesses through the new stimulus bill? Our podcast has more details.
PPP Loan Guidance
- Applying for PPP loan forgiveness? Use our loan forgiveness estimator to help.
- Paychex Flex® users can login to enjoy a more robust PPP loan forgiveness estimator with updated guidance and view a webinar that demonstrates the tool.
Tools and Resources
- What’s happening in your state? Reopening orders and guidance.
- Our Customer Support site has FAQs, from payroll processing to retirement information.
- For updates in Spanish, visite el centro de ayuda del COVID-19.
Vaccine Resources
- If you’re thinking about developing a COVID-19 vaccination policy, watch this webinar for legal considerations.
- Download our eBook for insights on establishing a safe and productive return to work.
- Get answers to frequently asked questions around mandating or encouraging vaccinations in the workplace.
- Listen to our podcast for more legal considerations for your workplace vaccine policy.
- Learn how businesses are managing the COVID-19 vaccination within their workplace.
COVID-19 Webinars, Podcasts and Articles
Watch
Webinar: Learning to Succeed: The Value of Employee Mentoring
Investing in a company mentorship program benefits both employees and the business. It can have big payoffs in employee engagement, productivity, and innovation.
Listen
The Power of Employee Wellbeing in the Workplace
Historically, businesses have been slow to embrace programs centered around employee wellbeing.
Read
Digital Training and Onboarding
In 2021, perhaps more than ever before, the importance of work flexibility can’t be understated.
Resources for All Aspects of Your Business
Securing Your Finances
There are many options available to help keep your business well-funded and operating smoothly right now.
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Supporting Employees
Support, protect, and inform your staff about what’s ahead as you acclimate to a new normal.
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Business Operations
Getting back up and running requires thorough planning and understanding of how to move forward.
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HR Support (ASO/PEO Solutions)
Check Your State's Reopening Orders and Regulations
Find information on your state's stay-at-home-orders, reopening guidelines, and more.
Employee COVID-19 Screening
Through our vendor HireRight, Paychex is offering viral marker (antigen) COVID-19 testing to customers through our Employee Screening Service.
Helpful Information for Paychex Clients
Our goal is to help keep you in business during this difficult time. Here's what we're doing to support you.
We Have Solutions That Can Support You During COVID-19, and Beyond
Additional Coronavirus Information
A variety of government agencies have created dedicated web pages to offer guidance on issues related to the outbreak.