As the USFWC continues to support the worker co-op community through the COVID-19 crisis, we are keeping tabs on developments from the Small Business Administration (SBA) regarding its programs to […]
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Congress votes to extend PPP deadline to August 8
On June 30, with hours remaining before the Paycheck Protection Program application was set to close, the U.S. Senate passed a measure to extend the program deadline to August 8. […]
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There’s a new, easier forgiveness application for the PPP loan
On June 17th, The U.S. Small Business Administration created a revised, borrower-friendly Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application, in addition to revising the full forgiveness application. The new EZ […]
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USFWC Worker Co-op Support and Solidarity Call – May 12, 2020
Recorded May 12, 2020 This call was an opportunity for anyone in the USFWC’s network to come together to share resources and strategies for dealing with the impact of […]
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Letter to the members: our response to COVID-19
Para español, haga clíc aquí Dear members, In a moment when our national grassroots organization was gaining momentum– strengthening our ability to support the worker co-op movement by growing the […]
Read More >Non-SBA Resources for Hustlers — a Running List.
If you, your nonprofit, or your business have been negatively impacted by the EIDL & PPP programs running dry or those programs have otherwise not worked for you, please see […]
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Senate passes $484 billion in aid, replenishing the EIDL and PPP. Here’s what you need to know.
The Senate just passed the new bill, with $484 billion in aid, including funds to replenish small business loan programs. We expect the House to pass the bill on Thursday, […]
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Postponed: Disability and Accident Insurance Open Enrollment
Read our statement from our Executive Director and Member Benefits Coordinator on postponing Disability and Accident Insurance due to the COVID-19 Crisis: Dear Cooperators, After careful consideration for the needs […]
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The USFWC is calling for a nationwide moratorium on utility shut-offs. Here’s how you can support.
Over the last few weeks, the USFWC has joined with organizations across the country for a nationwide moratorium on shut-offs. We’ve had exciting progress on this effort, led by Senator […]
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SBA gives the green light for cooperatives in the Paycheck Protection Program
Today, the Small Business Administration has published guidelines and opened applications for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). This was established under the CARES Act, which provides $2 trillion in aid […]
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