Organization Relief & Response Resources
- SBA Shuttered Venue Operators Grant
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Applications opened on April 26 at 12p EDT
- As of 5p April 27th, more than 14,400 applications have been created in the SVOG portal and more than 6,000 had been submitted.
- Application review has already begun
- Expected awards will begin in May
- Note: because this is a federal grant program and to ensure fair and equal treatment of all SVOG potential applicants, specific SVOG information cannot be provided to individual applicants. The best sources of information for reference are www.sba.gov/svogrant and the Shuttered Venue Operators Grants – FAQ (sba.gov)
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- Montgomery County Tourism Anchor Institution Grant Program
- Reopen Montgomery Program
- Maryland Entertainment Venues Grant
- Maryland State Arts Council Emergency Funding
- MD Strong Economic Recovery Initiative for Nonprofit Tourism
- MD Strong Economic Recovery Initiative for Live Performance Venues
- Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation CARES Arts Organization Relief Grants Program Reopened
- Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts COVID-19 Resource Guide
- Nonprofit Wish List: Supporting Nonprofits in the COVID-19 Crisis
- Compass pro-bono services: Thought Partner and On Demand Consulting Programs
- Americans for the Arts | 5-Minute Survey: The Economic Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on the Arts and Cultural Sector
- IMLS CARES Act Grants for Museums and Libraries Institute of Museum and Library Services
- Maryland Humanities CARES Act Emergency Grants
- Montgomery County Public Health Emergency Grant (PHEG) Program
- NEH CARES: Cultural Organizations
- NEA CARES Act Guidelines: Grant Program Description
- Maryland State Arts Council Emergency Grant
- Maryland Business Relief Wizard. Find the right COVID-19 Support Resources for Your Business
- Federal SBA Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
- CARES Act Table Explaining Loan, Grant, and Compensation Opportunities for the Arts
- Maryland Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Relief Grant Fund
- Maryland Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Relief Loan Fund
- Maryland COVID-19 Layoff Aversion Fund – Workforce Development and Adult Learning
- Full Maryland COVID-19 Relief Resources and Business Restrictions
- NEA Shared List of Resources for Arts & Cultural Organizations and Professionals/Individuals
- Nine Steps Arts and Culture Leaders Can Take to Overcome a Crisis
- 5 Tech Companies Offering Free Remote Work Platforms & Programs Due to Coronavirus
- Cyber Security, Anti-Virus, and Remote Work Resources
- Grantmakers In The Arts Resource List
- American Alliance of Museums
- League of American Orchestras Classical Music Resources and Templates
- Small Business Administration Resources
- Our response to Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Ford Foundation
Emergency Planning & Disaster Readiness Resources
- Performing Arts Readiness Resources
- National Association for Arts’ Preparedness and Emergency Response (NCAPER) Resources
- ArtsReady Resources
- Prepare Your Organization for the Coronoavirus Outbreak – Event Safety Alliance Webinar
- Arts and Culture Sector Can Prepare for the Coronavirus in the United States
- Digital Marketing and Communications Resources for Organizations Affected by COVID-19
- Theater Communications Group (TCG) Webinar – Coronavirus Preparation and Planning
- How to Transition to a Virtual Workplace Overnight – Fractured Atlas
- Covid-19 Related Malware, Computer Viruses and Phishing Scams
Individual Artists & Scholars-Specific Relief & Resources
- The COVID-19 Impact Survey for Artists and Creative Workers
- Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts COVID-19 Resource Guide
- Montgomery County Public Health Emergency Grant (PHEG) Program
- Maryland State Arts Council Emergency Grant
- Taking Care: COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund – theatreWashington
- FCA Emergency Grants COVID-19 Fund
- Artist Relief – $5,000 Individual Artist COVID-19 Relief Grants
- COVID-19 Emergency Wherewithal Relief Grants – Washington Project for the Arts and the Warhol Foundation
- Jazz Roads Quick Assistance Fund
- Kinkade Family Emergency Grants for Curators
- Anonymous Was a Woman Emergency Relief Grant – $2,500 grant opportunity for Women Artists
- Maryland Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Relief Grant Fund
- Maryland Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Relief Loan Fund
- Howlaround: Artists in the Time of Pandemic – Webinar Recording
- Emergency Grants – Foundation for Contemporary Arts
- Emergency Grants – New York Foundation for the Arts
- Emergency Grants – Women Arts
- Emergency Relief Programs – Alliance of Artists Communities
- AGMA Relief Fund
- Actors Fund Emergency Financial Assistance (not just for actors)
- Shade Literary Arts Queer Writers of Color Relief Fund (national)
- Local 802 Emergency Relief (musicians)
- Resources for arts educators as they transition to online teaching
- Freelance Artist & Scholars Resources
- Cyber Security, Anti-Virus, and Remote Work Resources
- NEA Shared List of Resources for Arts & Cultural Organizations and Professionals/Individuals
- 5 Tech Companies Offering Free Remote Work Platforms & Programs Due to Coronavirus
- COVID-19 Resources for Educators and Learners
- Coronavirus and Your Insurance Program – DanceUSA
- Our response to Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Ford Foundation
- How to Transition to a Virtual Workplace Overnight – Fractured Atlas
- Smithsonian Learning Lab! Online resource
- The Ghostlight Fund
COVID-19 State and County Restrictions, Updates and Recommendations
- Outdoor Tent Safety Guidelines
- Outdoor Heater Safety Guidelines
- Executive OrderExecutive Order 122-20 | childcare, camps, after-school programs Guidelines
- Maryland Gov. Hogan Announces Closure of Non-Essential Businesses Due to Coronavirus Pandemic
- Governor Hogan Closes Maryland Schools and Restricts Public Events over 250 people
- County Executive Elrich Closes Recreation Centers and Libraries through March 31
- American University Closes DC Campus for the Remainder of the Spring Semester
- Live Updates: Coronavirus Cancels Schools, Cherry Blossom Parade; DMV Cases Double Every 2 Days
- WMATA Decreases Service for Metro Rail and Bus Service in Response to COVID-19
- How to Transition to a Virtual Workplace Overnight – Fractured Atlas
- Smithsonian Learning Lab! Online resource
General COVID-19 Information and Prevention Resources
- Protecting Your Kids and Home During Covid-19 Crisis
- CDC Resources – Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to COVID-19
- Montgomery County Government Resources
- Maryland Government Resources
- Maryland Department of Health K-12 Resources for Coronavirus
- NPR What You Need to Know to Prepare and Prevent Coronavirus
- Paid Leave Provisions Included in Bipartisan Federal COVID-19 Relief Package
COVID-19 Effects on The Arts & Humanities
- So Many Unrecoverable Costs: How Coronavirus is Altering The DMV’s Arts Scene
- Strathmore, BSO Cancel Concerts
- Local Theaters See Drop in Ticket Sales, Probably Due to Coronavirus
- Arts & Cultural Organizations Close Their Doors Due to Coronavirus
- Kennedy Center Cancels all Programs and Events through March 31
- How COVID-19 is Affecting the World’s Cultural Institutions
- Close The Theater, Close The Opera, Close the Concert Halls, NOW!
- Coronavirus the Smithsonian and the Cherry Blossom Festival
- Dance Magazine – The Dance World and Coronavirus
- The Washington Post – Spread Coronavirus is Shuttering Film Sets Closing Down Movie Theaters Impacting Ticket Sales
- Coronavirus and Movies Theaters, What to Expect
- The Hill – NSO Cancels Tour in Japan due to Coronavirus
- Billboard – Concerts Cancelled due to Coronavirus
- New York’s Major Cultural Institutions Close Their Doors Due to Outbreak
- Broadway Theaters Close all Performances Due to Coronavirus
- Social Justice In A Time Of Social Distancing
- From Coughing Fits to Closings, Cultural World Girds for Coronavirus
- $1.6 million set aside for arts and culture sector amid COVID-19 outbreak
- Consultants Fear Coronavirus Will Hurt Fundraising, Survey Shows
Prevention Measures for Program Attendees and Participants from AFTA
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
- Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask.
- CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
- Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and care takers.
- Wash your hands often and vigorously with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
- If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.
- If you travel often, CDC has specific guidance for travelers here.
- It is currently flu season, so get your flu vaccine if you haven’t already.