Small and Medium-Sized Business Resources
The goal of the Maryland LGBT Chamber of Commerce is to provide resources for our membership, and to help support the LGBT business community throughout the state. We have curated a list of resources by various categories below. In addition, we encourage you to fill out our Small Business Survey and to Submit any other Resources to be included on this page.
Page last updated on May 12, 2020.
Business Resources
Department of Labor Unemployment Benefits Notification for Self-Employed, Independent Contractors, and Gig Workers
Please do NOT yet submit an application if you are self-employed, an independent contractor, gig worker, have insufficient work history, and/or believe you may be eligible.Our system is currently not set up to process these types of applicants, as they are formerly considered ineligible. If you do submit an application, it will be denied. To […]
LGBTBE Business Webinars
This page is dedicated to the network of exceptional, innovative LGBT Business Enteprises (LGBTBEs) in the NGLCC network. Here you will fiind information on business development webinars and trainings; online matchmakers, both B2B and corporate; support with drafting capability statements and RFPs; and much, much more to help our businesses and community stay strong and ready […]
Maryland Workforce Exchange from the Department of Labor
Looking for a job, hiring or need training?
Maryland’s Unemployment Insurance Initial Claim System
This site is for individuals to file initial claims each time they become unemployed.
Bartender Emergency Assistance Program
The purpose of the Bartender Emergency Assistance Program (BEAP) is to assist qualified bartenders, bar backs, and bar servers who are in need of financial assistance as a result of a catastrophic event or an emergency hardship.
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Baltimore County Small Business Emergency Relief Grants Program
The COVID-19 Small Business Emergency Relief Grants Program is a $10 million fund established to help Baltimore County’s small businesses harmed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Baltimore City COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Initiative
Mayor Bernard C. “Jack” Young recently announced COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Initiative, which establishes the COVID-19 Small Business Task Force, a public-private partnership, and a $5.5 million fund to provide financial assistance to small businesses, as well as other resources and guidelines to help businesses reopen, without compromising public health, once the State of Emergency […]
Maryland Business Relief Wizard
Find the Right COVID-19 Support Resources for Your Business There are numerous local and national programs for businesses in need of emergency support, but understanding which options are relevant for your organization can be a challenge. The Maryland Business Relief Wizard is a tool that helps connect businesses with the resources and programming for which […]
Small Business Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
The Paycheck Protection Program provides small businesses with funds to pay up to 8 weeks of payroll costs including benefits. Funds can also be used to pay interest on mortgages, rent, and utilities.
LGBTBE Business Webinars
This page is dedicated to the network of exceptional, innovative LGBT Business Enteprises (LGBTBEs) in the NGLCC network. Here you will fiind information on business development webinars and trainings; online matchmakers, both B2B and corporate; support with drafting capability statements and RFPs; and much, much more to help our businesses and community stay strong and ready […]
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
Health and government officials are working together to maintain the safety, security, and health of the American people. Small businesses are encouraged to do their part to keep their employees, customers, and themselves healthy.
Maryland Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Relief Grant Fund
This COVID-19 Emergency Relief $50M Grant Fund offers working capital to assist Maryland small businesses and nonprofits with disrupted operations due to COVID-19. Grant assistance is intended to provide interim relief complementing actions with its bank, business interruption insurance, and financial partners.
Maryland Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Relief Loan Fund
This COVID-19 Emergency Relief $75M Loan Fund offers working capital to assist Maryland for-profit small businesses disrupted operations due to COVID-19. Loan assistance is intended to provide interim relief complementing actions with its bank, business interruption insurance, and financial partners.
COVID-19 Layoff Aversion Fund
Governor Larry Hogan and the Maryland Department of Labor have launched the new COVID-19 Layoff Aversion Fund, which is designed to support businesses undergoing economic stresses due to the pandemic by preventing or minimizing the duration of unemployment resulting from layoffs. The award (up to $50,000 per applicant), will be a quick deployable benefit and […]
Maryland Workforce Expressway
Workforce development offers various education, training, employment, and regulatory services to connect businesses with a skilled workforce. These services provide both employers and employees with the opportunity to improve their performance and thrive in Maryland.
Facebook Small Business Grants Program
Facebook is offering $100M in cash grants and ad credits for up to 30,000 eligible small businesses in over 30 countries where we operate. We’ll share more details as they become available.
Small Business Adminstration Disaster Loan Assistance
Federal Disaster Loans for Businesses, Private Nonprofits, Homeowners, and Renters
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- grant
- loan
Baltimore County Small Business Emergency Relief Grants Program
The COVID-19 Small Business Emergency Relief Grants Program is a $10 million fund established to help Baltimore County’s small businesses harmed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Baltimore City COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Initiative
Mayor Bernard C. “Jack” Young recently announced COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Initiative, which establishes the COVID-19 Small Business Task Force, a public-private partnership, and a $5.5 million fund to provide financial assistance to small businesses, as well as other resources and guidelines to help businesses reopen, without compromising public health, once the State of Emergency […]
Maryland Business Relief Wizard
Find the Right COVID-19 Support Resources for Your Business There are numerous local and national programs for businesses in need of emergency support, but understanding which options are relevant for your organization can be a challenge. The Maryland Business Relief Wizard is a tool that helps connect businesses with the resources and programming for which […]
Small Business Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
The Paycheck Protection Program provides small businesses with funds to pay up to 8 weeks of payroll costs including benefits. Funds can also be used to pay interest on mortgages, rent, and utilities.
LGBTBE Business Webinars
This page is dedicated to the network of exceptional, innovative LGBT Business Enteprises (LGBTBEs) in the NGLCC network. Here you will fiind information on business development webinars and trainings; online matchmakers, both B2B and corporate; support with drafting capability statements and RFPs; and much, much more to help our businesses and community stay strong and ready […]
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
Health and government officials are working together to maintain the safety, security, and health of the American people. Small businesses are encouraged to do their part to keep their employees, customers, and themselves healthy.
Maryland Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Relief Grant Fund
This COVID-19 Emergency Relief $50M Grant Fund offers working capital to assist Maryland small businesses and nonprofits with disrupted operations due to COVID-19. Grant assistance is intended to provide interim relief complementing actions with its bank, business interruption insurance, and financial partners.
Maryland Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Relief Loan Fund
This COVID-19 Emergency Relief $75M Loan Fund offers working capital to assist Maryland for-profit small businesses disrupted operations due to COVID-19. Loan assistance is intended to provide interim relief complementing actions with its bank, business interruption insurance, and financial partners.
COVID-19 Layoff Aversion Fund
Governor Larry Hogan and the Maryland Department of Labor have launched the new COVID-19 Layoff Aversion Fund, which is designed to support businesses undergoing economic stresses due to the pandemic by preventing or minimizing the duration of unemployment resulting from layoffs. The award (up to $50,000 per applicant), will be a quick deployable benefit and […]
Maryland Workforce Expressway
Workforce development offers various education, training, employment, and regulatory services to connect businesses with a skilled workforce. These services provide both employers and employees with the opportunity to improve their performance and thrive in Maryland.
Facebook Small Business Grants Program
Facebook is offering $100M in cash grants and ad credits for up to 30,000 eligible small businesses in over 30 countries where we operate. We’ll share more details as they become available.
Small Business Adminstration Disaster Loan Assistance
Federal Disaster Loans for Businesses, Private Nonprofits, Homeowners, and Renters
NGLCC Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Here you will find resources from the Small Business Administration, as well as NGLCC Corporate Partners, to assist small businesses with their recovery.
Maryland Health Connection
Maryland Health Connection offers private plans called qualified health plans from insurance companies you recognize. Coronavirus Emergency Special Enrollment. Uninsured Marylanders can enroll by April 15.
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Outbreak
This is a rapidly evolving situation and the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) will provide updates as they become available.
COVID-19 Small Business Resource Center from ADP
This Small Business Resource Center was developed to help you navigate the rapidly evolving challenges you and your workforce are facing related to COVID-19. For small businesses in particular, this presents unique challenges related to the workplace and complying with new pay, leave, unemployment, and workplace safety requirements. Here you’ll find FAQs, state and local […]
Information for Business Taxpayers
The Comptroller’s Office is dedicated to making the process of filing and paying taxes, simple, safe and efficient. You may have questions before, during, or after you file your return.
Cybersecurity Considerations for Telework
The novel coronavirus has forced industry, government, and academia to quickly adapt to teleworking and teleconferencing situations, and in their haste to implement changes, many employers may not consider the privacy and cybersecurity implications of their telework policies.
Access to Justice Commission — COVID-19 Resources
As a Marylander who may be facing a civil legal issue during this unprecedented time, you may have many questions about the status of your case because the courts have closed to the public or you may be confused about your rights.
Employers – Report a Dislocation Event
Please fill out this form to notify the Dislocation Services Unit of your impending layoffs or business closures. This form will provide us basic information to provide our free Rapid Response services to assist both the employer and the impacted workers during this time of transition.
Disclaimer: the links and descriptions above are provided for informational purposes, and the Maryland LGBT Chamber of Commerce does not assume any liability for the accuracy and/or relevance of this information.