The East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance (EVCCA) released today the findings from the second survey of a series conducted of its more than 5,000 members to determine the immediate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on their revenue, operations, and supply chains. The report includes responses from nineteen industry sectors and nearly 70 percent of respondents represent … [More]
D-Backs Bring Job Opportunities and Deals to Community

The Arizona Diamondbacks are working closely with its corporate partners to provide information to fans about deals, essential services and job opportunities. Below is a list of D-backs corporate partners and the services and opportunities they are offering during this uncertain time. “We are in a unique position to be able to connect our fans and our corporate partners to … [More]
The CORE Institute Announces New Telehealth Platform to Address Orthopedic Injuries During COVID-19 Crisis
In an effort to provide continued care to our treasured patients, The CORE Institute has implemented a new Orthopedic Telehealth Program that allows patients in the Phoenix area to see an orthopedic provider without having to travel to one of their offices. In response to the continued climb of COVID-19 cases nationally, recent changes to state and federal regulations have … [More]
Online Job Board to Help Find Talent to Help Fight COVID-19
Community Brands, the leading provider of business management, commerce and payment solutions for member-based organizations, announced today the launch of a new, free online job board for employers and organizations seeking talent to help battle COVID-19. FightCovid19Jobs.com is offered by YM Careers, Community Brands' leading niche job board platform for … [More]
#AZGivesDa: Still Time to Give!

How to Give: We urge you, as a company or as an individual, to give on Arizona Gives Day. By participating on this day, you connect or even reconnect with a nonprofit to support its cause and become a true supporter of all that is important in our community. #AZGiveDay Go Beyond Gives Day: We ask that you connect with your nonprofit, and we challenge you to choose one or more … [More]
Governor Halts Evictions for Small Businesses and Nonprofits
Governor Doug Ducey today issued an Executive Order halting evictions in the state for small businesses and nonprofits that are unable to pay rent due to financial hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The order also encourages commercial landlords to defer rent payments for small business tenants facing economic hardship due to COVID-19 and consider waiving all fees and … [More]
Coronavirus and the New American Economy

The face of the American economy is forever changed by this coronavirus pandemic. In three weeks’ time, we've witnessed financially viable companies go into rapid freefall by the millions, starting with employees and trickling rapidly. Small to mid-sized businesses are laying off in record numbers, and there is no clear end in sight. With the spread of COVID-19, people are … [More]
Paramedics Students to Assist Valley Medical Professionals
The apex of Coronavirus cases across Arizona has yet to be seen. However, in the coming weeks, doctors, nurses, and paramedics will be needed more than ever. With that knowledge in mind, The National Registry of EMT (NREMT) has issued a provisional certification, supported by the Arizona Department of Health Services Bureau of EMS Trauma Systems (AZDHS BEMSTS), so Phoenix … [More]
New Assistance Available To Support Arizona Small Businesses
Arizona small businesses adversely impacted by COVID-19 have limited time to benefit from important benefits passed along with the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Known as the Paycheck Protection Program, small businesses can apply for 100% federally guaranteed loans for an amount up to 2.5 times their average monthly payroll expenses for the … [More]
Honeywell to Produce over 6 Million N95 Masks for Arizona
Arizona has secured a new agreement with Honeywell to produce over 6 million N95 masks for the state of Arizona over the next 12 months. Upon production of the masks, the Arizona Department of Health Services will deliver them to county health departments for further distribution to health, safety, and emergency response workers. The agreement follows a Monday … [More]
Additional Guidance on Essential Services Clarified
The Governor’s Office today released additional guidance on essential services and recreational activities after several Valley Mayors and elected officials requested clarification and changes. “During these unprecedented times, providing clarity for small businesses and employers is an important measure to ensure we protect our citizens, slow the spread of COVID-19, and … [More]
FDA Coordinates National Effort to Develop Blood-Related Therapies for COVID-19
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration continues to play a critical role in accelerating medical countermeasures to treat and prevent COVID-19. As part of the response to this pandemic, the agency is taking the lead on a national effort to facilitate the development of, and access to, two investigational therapies derived from human blood. These are called convalescent plasma … [More]
Launch of Child Care for COVID-19 Frontline Workers
Arizona Enrichment Centers, starting Monday, April 6 will offer childcare for the children of first responders, critical healthcare workers, and essential public sector workers, including child safety workers. This initiative is made possible thanks to a broad network of child care providers and numerous State agencies, including the Arizona Departments of Education, Health … [More]
Supporting Arizonans In Need
Businesses, families and organizations throughout the state have been adversely impacted by COVID-19 — and many Arizonans are asking what they can do to help. Arizonans can make charitable donations to support those in need during this unprecedented time, while earning dollar-for-dollar state tax credits. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the deadline for filing and paying State … [More]
VIDEO: Statewide Televised Town Hall Answers Questions
https://youtu.be/iPOCyomG9lA Governor Doug Ducey, April 2, 2020, participated in a virtual town hall, where he took questions from viewers around the state and provided the latest information on COVID-19. Governor Ducey was joined by Arizona Department of Health Services Director Dr. Cara Christ, Department of Emergency and Military Affairs Director Major General Michael … [More]
Phoenix Helps Small Businesses with SBA Disaster Loan Video Tutorial and Forms
Phoenix small businesses needing assistance with the Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan application can find a 6-minute video on the Phoenix.gov/Resources website. The step-by-step tutorial covers the new simplified EIDL loan application and supplemental information that SBA may require. The SBA disaster loan allows an advance of up to $10,000 that … [More]
COVID-19 Hit Shows Up Strongly in March Data, Loss of 701,000 Jobs
The impact of the COVID-19 shutdowns showed up very clearly in the March data as the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a loss of 701,000 jobs, a decline almost as high as the peaks hit in the housing crash. The unemployment rate jumped 0.9 percentage points to 4.4 percent, while the employment-to-population ratio (EPOP) fell by 1.1 percentage points to 60.0 percent. The … [More]
Paycheck Protection Program Blasts Off

For the thousands of Arizona small businesses that have been negatively affected by the paralysis afflicting the American economy because of Covid-19, Friday, April 3, 2020 is the most important day on the calendar. That’s the day the Treasury Department and lenders around the country open up the Paycheck Protection Program to applicants and begin issuing forgivable … [More]












