Helpful Links
As your local Business Improvement District, Village Alliance has composed a list of links that you may find helpful during these times of uncertainty.
As your local Business Improvement District, Village Alliance has composed a list of links that you may find helpful during these times of uncertainty. If you would like to know about Village Alliance’s specific procedures regarding COVID-19, please read it here: Village Alliance Operations During COVID-19. If you have any other questions for us, we will be answering calls (212-777-2173) and emails (info@greenwichvillage.nyc).
Free Emotional Support Hotlines/ Documents
*DISCLAIMER: Emotional Support Hotlines are not licensed or unlicensed mental health care or treatment of any type regardless of what is discussed or who provides support. Hotlines not a substitute for professional health care, they are for emotional support purposes only.
- New York State OMH Emotional Support Helpline: 1-844-863-9314
- New York City’s NYC Well Program: 1-888-NYC-WELL or text WELL to 65173
- Tips for Mental Wellness (Español version)
- Coping With Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks (Español version)
- Supporting Others Through Grief
- Grief and Loss in the Workplace During COVID-19
- List of Free Apps for Mobile Devices Offering Mental Health Support
- Domestic Violence: 1-800-799-SAFE(7233)
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Social Work Lisence Map
Government
- NYC Comptroller’s COVID-19 Resource Center
- Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)
- NYC Food Assistance Resources
- New York City Department of Education
- NYC DOE Free Meals
- Local Meal Hub Centers:
- PS 41 – 116 West 11th St
- Clinton School – 10 East 15th St
- Asher Levy School – 185 1st Ave
- NYC Face Coverings Distribution Sites – Map with Specific Dates
- ‘New York State on PAUSE’ Executive Order
- List of Essential Businesses and Entities
- Regional Monitoring Dashboard to track reopening the New York State economy
- NYS COVID-19 Volunteer and Donation Assistance Program
- Summary and Analysis of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act
- Treasury Department/IRS on Extended Due Date for Taxes
- U.S. Department of State (regarding Travel)
- *New Yorkers should text COVID to 692-692 to get regular updates
Neighborhood And Village Alliance Information
- Village Business Statuses
- Village Alliance Interactive Neighborhood Map on Business Statuses
- Village Alliance COVID-19 Business Impact Survey
- Village Alliance COVID-19 Neighborhood Guidance and Business Assistance
- Village Alliance COVID-19 Sanitation and Security Operations
- Village Alliance Tips on Supporting Local Businesses
- Village Alliance – List of Local Crowdfunding Initiatives for Village Merchants
- Village Alliance – Virtual Fitness Studios in the Village
- Village Alliance – Shop Small (Online) with Village Retailers!
Business Guidance
- New York City Small Business Services
- NYC SBS Assistance & Guidance for Businesses
- NYC Employee Retention Grant Program
- COVID-19 Business Assistance Survey
- U.S. Small Business Administration
- SBA Disaster Loans and Assistance
- Facebook Small Business Grants Program
- Greenwich Village Chelsea Chamber of Commerce‘
- GVCC Ask an Expert for Advice
- James Beard Foundation Food and Beverage Industry Relief Fund
- Mainvest
- NYC Hospitality Alliance
- Opportunity Fund for Minority and Women-Owned Businesses
- The New York Community Trust COVID-19 Fund for Nonprofits
- AABRS Grant Guide for female entrepreneurs
Employee/ Individual Support
- Bartender Emergency Assistance Program
- Creative Capital’s List of Resources for Artists and Art Professionals
- New York State Department of Labor
- NYS: Understanding Paid Leave Legislation
- Red Backpack Fund for Women Entrepreneurs
- Restaurant Workers Community Foundation
- The Public Theater’s List of Resources for Artists
- TrickleUP NYC Artists Network
Crowdfunding Initiatives
- Dining Bonds Initiative (buy “dining bonds” that can be redeemed in the future)
- Help Main Street! (buy gift cards to support local businesses)
- Kabbage Payments (buy gift cards to support local businesses)
- Loring Place Employee Fund
- Manhattan Sideways and Stateless working with NYC restaurants to distribute FDA certified face masks at $0.55/mask for 200+ including shipping
- Email stacata@stateless.nyc, tell her how many masks you would like to order with addresses and contacts of restaurants you would like the masks shipped to
- ROAR (Relief Opportunities for All Restaurants) *SIGN PETITION
- Save Small Businesses Before It’s Too Late *SIGN PETITION