In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of San Ramon is working with Townsend Public Affairs to offer a FREE program to assist San Ramon businesses and non-profits with accessing available resources offered by the state and federal governments.
Below, you will find a description of the program, links to resources, a link to the online San Ramon-Based Business & Non-Profit Verification Form, and contacts for the San Ramon Business Assistance staff.
What will the San Ramon Business Assistance Program Provide?
- Introductory Webinar
This introductory webinar, held on May 4, provides an overview of the assistance programs available to businesses and non-profits, the services being offered through San Ramon's Business Assistance Program, and how to participate in the program.
Watch the 15-minute introduction here:
- Participant Registration & One-on-One Triage
This service is intended to serve San Ramon-based businesses and non-profits only. Register your business or non-profit by filling out the Business Verification Form.
The City will screen applicants to ensure they qualify for the one-on-one business triage appointments.
- Business Needs Assessment
Once a business or non-profit has been qualified to be part of the program, program staff will connect directly with business owners and their representatives, to evaluate their individual goals and desired outcomes. Using this information, program staff will identify what assistance programs the business may be eligible for, and how they can leverage those programs to achieve their goals.
- Guidance and Direct Support
The Business Assistance Program will provide businesses with direct support as they apply for the identified programs, including assessment of eligibility, step-by-step instructions, identification of information needed to submit with any applications, and addressing any technical questions they may have with the application.
- Assistance with Application Issues
Where necessary and able, Business Assistance Program staff will act as a liaison to individual agencies and departments to assist businesses in resolving issues with their application. This includes utilizing legislative contacts, relationships with state and federal government officials, and collaboration with industry groups.
The City of San Ramon is working with Townsend Public Affairs to provide the Business Assistance Program. This service is paid for by the City of San Ramon for San Ramon-based businesses and non-profits.
Business Verification Form
Find out if you qualify for assistance by filling out the San Ramon Business Verification Form
Contact
Assistance questions will be handle through the one-on-one triage, but if you have questions regarding the program, please email bap@sanramon.ca.gov.
Other Resources
Contra Costa County Small Business Assistance
The Contra Costa County Workforce Development Board has a hotline for small businesses affected by COVID-19. Staffed by experienced Workforce employees, the hotline is open weekdays from 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Learn more here
Contra Costa County Resources for Businesses and Employees Affected by the Economic Impacts of COVID-19
View resources
California Relief Grant for Small Business
The Governor of California announced the creation of a $500 million COVID Relief Grant for small businesses that have been impacted by COVID and the health and safety restrictions. Funds would be awarded in amounts up to $25,000 to underserved micro and small businesses throughout the state by early 2021. Non-profits would also be eligible for these grants. Application deadline is January 13, 2021.
Learn more and apply
Business Resource Links
Assistance Program Information
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