This is a critically important survey. Survey sponsors include the Alliance (formerly HREDA), Reinvent Hampton Roads, Hampton Roads Chamber, Virginia Peninsula Chamber, Hampton Roads Workforce Council, Greater Peninsula Workforce Board, and the Old Dominion University Strome College of Business.

The Express Bridge loan program allows SBA Express lenders to provide expedited financing to small businesses located in declared disaster areas. Businesses may use these funds for disaster-related purposes while they apply for and await long-term financing.

The SWaMmy Awards has been postponed until the Fall.

ABAHR participated in a conference call along with the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Coastal Virginia to discuss existing opportunities for Asian Americans in Hampton Roads.

Please take note of the following meetings and events which have been either rescheduled or canceled due to the Corona virus pandemic.

Updated FAQs on Visa restrictions in the context of COVID-19

The disaster declaration will allow SBA to provide assistance to Virginia businesses and nonprofits negatively impacted by COVID-19.

Senator Warner strongly encourages small businesses to visit the Governor Northam's website to see the latest, most up-to-date information and orders that are being provided at the state level.

Please participate in this survey. Your input is vital in making the Commonwealth eligible for federal disaster relief.