The South Huntington Public Library wants to help workers and small businesses navigate the rapidly changing financial and employment landscapes. Find resources for information here:
Employment Resources
Unemployment Benefits & CARES Act Explained
The federal CARES Act provides enhanced Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits and Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) for New Yorkers.
File an Unemployment Claim
The New York State Department of Labor is implementing a filing system based on the first letter of the applicants last name (alphabetical order). If you are filing a new unemployment insurance claim, the day you should file is based on the first letter of your last name. Visit the New York State Department of Labor website for more information.
Worker Layoffs (WARN Notice)
Learn about the New York State Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act, which requires businesses to give early warning of closings and layoffs.
Suffolk County Department of Labor Services and Programs
One of the many services and programs offered here is the One Stop Employment Center designed to support you in your job search. The offices are currently closed, but there are some resources available online.
Treasury, IRS to Launch “Get My Payment” Web App This Week
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS are scheduled to launch the “Get My Payment” web application this week. The FREE app, which will be found at IRS.gov, will allow taxpayers who filed their tax return in 2018 or 2019 but did not provide their
banking information on their return to submit direct deposit information.
Businesses & Nonprofits
SBA Paycheck Protection Program
The Paycheck Protection Program is a loan designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll during the Coronavirus (COVID--19) crisis. SBA will forgive loans if all employees are kept on the payroll for eight weeks and the money is used for payroll, rent, mortgage interest, or utilities. You can apply through any existing SBA 7(a) lender or through any federally insured depository institution, federally insured credit union, and Farm Credit System institution that is participating.
SBA's FAQ for Lender and Borrowers
Frequently Asked Questions for Lenders and Borrowers for the Paycheck Protection Program (updated April 23, 2020).
The U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans EIDL
Low-interest loans of up to $2 million can help small businesses and private nonprofit organizations overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing as a result of the Coronavirus. This includes New York State.
Can Your Business Help Out the State or the City?
New York State is seeking businesses with the ability to quickly source and/or manufacture needed medical supplies (e.g. face shields, gowns, ventilators, masks, and other products as needed) to support the City’s COVID-19 response. If you’re a
manufacturer, supplier, or distributor, or simply a company or an individual who wants to donate either medical supplies, personal protective equipment, or money for the relief fund, this site will explain how to go about it.
NYS Department of Financial Services : Mortgages
The Department of Financial Services has issued a new directive to New York State mortgage servicers to provide 90-day mortgage relief to mortgage borrowers impacted by COVID-19. If your lending institution is not abiding by the 90-day mortgage relief,
contact NYS Department of Financial Services hotline 1-888-342-3736.
Suffolk County Small Business Recovery Unit
The Suffolk County Business Recovery Unit serves as a:
- One Stop for Business questions and resources related to impacts as a result of COVID 19.
- Data collection site for economic and workforce impacts.
New York Foundation for the Arts
New York Foundation for the Arts is a nonprofit service organization that provides resources that working artists and emerging arts organizations need to thrive. Check out a list of organizations offering emergency grants to artists impacted by COVID-19.
Suffolk County Government COVID-19 Information
Get the latest Suffolk County information on COVID-19.
U.S. Department of The Treasury Announce Support to Aid Employees of Small Passenger Air Carriers
Title IV of the CARES Act provides payroll support for American workers employed by passenger air carriers, cargo air carriers, and related contractors.
College Students
Coronavirus & Student Loans Explained
The CARES Act provides relief from loan payments until Sept. 30, 2020. If you’re concerned about your studies or loan repayment, this site can help you understand what to do in certain circumstances. They’ll be adding information for students,
borrowers, and parents to this page on a regular basis, so please check back frequently.
U-HAUL
The moving company is offering college students 30 days of free self-storage. Contact your nearest location by phone or in-person to learn more.
Enterprise
College students aged 18 to 24 will be able to rent vehicles to help them move. Offer available through the end of May.
News Articles
LI Small Business Shut Out of PPP Mull Seeking New Lender or Staying Put
There are new options on this go-around, as additional lenders including non-bank lenders PayPal, Square Capital and Intuit were recently approved by the SBA to do PPP loans.
L.I Business News: Banks Prepare for Round Two of PPP Funding
Bank applications are ready, waiting for the gates to open as it gears up for the second round of funding, TD Bank has more than 25,000 additional applications in the queue, according to TD Head of Commercial Banking Chris Giamo.
