COVID-19 Updates

  • Larimer County Department of Health and Environment: dashboard, testing, and vaccine Information:

Testing is available:

  • Mondays and Wednesdays at The Ranch in Loveland from 9 am-12 noon. Closed on: Monday, 5/31 Memorial Day.
  • Thursdays at Northside Aztlan Community Center in Fort Collins from 9 am – 12 noon.

Studies show that the spread of COVID-19 slows dramatically once 65% of eligible residents are vaccinated, getting us closer to lifting COVID-19 related guidelines and back to enjoying everyday activities.

Do your part on our drive to 65 and get vaccinated today at any of the dozens of locations available throughout Northern Colorado.

COVID-19 Vaccine  Registration & Clinics:

Monday, May 10th     Moderna 9am-5pm Moby Arena, 951 W Plum St, Fort Collins.
Thursday, May 13th   Moderna 1-5pm Northside Aztlan Center, 112 E Willow Dr, Fort Collins.
Saturday, May 15th   Moderna 9am-5pm Moby Arena
Monday, May 17th      Moderna 9am- 5pm Moby Arena
Tuesday, May 18th     Moderna 1-5pm Foundations Church, 1380 N Denver Ave, Loveland.

COVID-19 Recovery Resources

Community Support Resources

We know times are tough, and you may need a little bit of extra help. . .

In Larimer County, there are many agencies working hard to provide food and financial assistance and emotional support. We have put together some links to help make your search for assistance a little bit easier.

  • FEMA Funeral Support : Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020.

Rent & Mortgage Assistance

Neighbor to Neighbor Rent Assistance:

  • Due to COVID-19 pandemic, many people in our community are facing uncertainty with paying rent. Neighbor to Neighbor is here to help.

Education Resources & Assistance

 

Business & Workforce Support

Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Application

The Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) program was established by the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act, and amended by the American Rescue Plan Act. The program includes over $16 billion in grants to shuttered venues, to be administered by SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance.

Eligible applicants may qualify for grants equal to 45% of their gross earned revenue, with the maximum amount available for a single grant award of $10 million. $2 billion is reserved for eligible applications with up to 50 full-time employees. Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) application portal.

 
Restaurant Revitalization Fund

The Restaurant Revitalization Fund (Fondo de revitalización de restaurantes), part of the American Rescue Plan Act, will provide $28.6 billion in grants to restaurants and bars in need. This fund will offer grants to hard-hit restaurants and bars based on lost revenue. Five billion dollars of that total will be set aside expressly for businesses with 2019 gross receipts of less than $500,000.

 

Climber Business Fund – Colorado announced a $250M small business loan fund. Loans of up to $500,000 are available, with special consideration for businesses in rural, distressed, and underserved areas. See complete details.
PIVOT Larimer County – Applications Open

Larimer County and Colorado State University are partnering to support the long-term stability of local businesses and organizations. With changing customer habits and new health expectations, many businesses need to ‘pivot’ their business model to adapt to the changing times. In response, CSU’s College of Business is providing free training to Larimer County businesses on how to ‘pivot’ their business and develop a long-term resiliency plan.  Learn more: csubiz.com/pivot

Upcoming Pivot Jumpstart Cohort:     June 4 – June 25, 2021.  Fridays from 12:30pm – 5:00pm

Celebrate Economic Development Week and Continue to Support your favorite small businesses May 9-15.

Local economic developers, chambers of commerce and business serving organizations collaboratively responded to the pandemic and are creating programs and resources to help our community recover. Here are a few ways to show your support for the business community:

  • Take advantage of the convenience of delivery or curbside pick-up from local businesses.
  • Write a review for them on Google, Yelp, Facebook, etc. Letting others know of your experience can help the business establish their reputation!
  • Follow and engage with them on social media. Like, comment, and share their posts and do not forget to tag them when you are talking about them on social media!
  • Sign up for their email newsletter. It is easy to stay in the know, even if you have not visited the business recently.
  • Stop by the store to say hi and how much you appreciate them. A little thank you goes a long way!

Share how you are celebrating using #EconDevWeek and #EDW2021.

Estes Park Recovery Resources:

2020 Wildfires Recovery Resources

Be Flood Ready – Text FLOOD2021 to 888-777 for post-fire flood preparedness messages and up to date information.

Get Assistance:

Larimer County – Long-Term Recovery Group: formed and working with Larimer County officials to rebuild, recover, and repair utilizing skilled case managers, identifies and assists fire survivors who do not have adequate personal resources for basic needs and recovery.

Upcoming Webinars:

May Virtual Workshops for 2020 Wildfire Survivors

United Policyholders has scheduled several presentations in May for people affected by 2020 wildfires in Colorado.

  • Survivor to Survivor Forums:
    • Tuesday, May 18th, 2021, 8:00 p.m. MT
  • Navigating the Contents Portion of Your Claims:
    • Tuesday, May 18th, 2021, 8:00 p.m. MT
  • Roadmap to Recovery Q&A:
    • Wednesday, May 26th, 2021, 5:30 p.m. MT

Please register for all events: www.uphelp.org/events

  • Burn-Scar Flood Preparedness Lunchtime Q&A Session – May 14, 12-1pm MST. Register here.