NWIRC continues to monitor the COVID-19 public health crisis and pass along resources to help our regional manufacturers with their current challenges and business contingency planning. We offer this page of federal, state, and local resources to address many aspects of your concerns regarding employees, customers, and your supply chain. This information will be updated on an on-going basis. We are here to support the manufacturing sector navigate these turbulent times. Please CLICK HERE to reach out to one of our Strategic Business Advisors to discuss your specific needs and concerns.

COVID-19 RECOVERY PROGRAM

The COVID-19 Recovery Program (CRP) is a coordinated and collaborative initiative by a regional network of partners to assist companies through and beyond the pandemic. Find all the details here.

 

WORKPLACE AND EMPLOYEES

Return to Work Guide

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Employee Safety and Exposure

 

Employees, Unemployment, and Medical Leave

Layoff Aversion

Training and Development

(For those working at home or have the time to learn and grow)

 

WORKING CAPITAL (GRANTS AND LOANS)

Federal

Northwest Pennsylvania

  • Will add as resources become available

Erie County

  • Will add as resources become available

 

SUPPLY CHAIN

  • As part of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership National Network (MEPNN), NIWRC can connect with national and regional manufacturers who may be able to meet specific supply chain needs for materials, products, or services. Contact your NWIRC Strategic Business Advisor to access our national network.

 

PENNSYLVANIA RESOURCES