Covid-19 Resources for Independent Contractors

Many Independent Contractors have been affected by the pandemic. Read more about what resources are available to help your business navigate this through this difficult time.

Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Emergency Economic Injury Grants

Independent Contractors can apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) through the SBA. These grants provide an emergency advance of up to $10,000 to small businesses and private non-profits harmed by COVID-19 within three days of applying. To access the advance, you first apply for an EIDL and then request the advance. The advance does not need to be repaid, and may be used to keep employees on payroll, to pay for sick leave, meet increased production costs due to supply chain issues, or pay other business costs such as debts, rent, and mortgage payments. 

To learn more or to apply for the Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Emergency Economic Injury Grants, visit the SBA’s Disaster Loan assistance website.