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COVID-19 - Financial Resources for Businesses & Nonprofits

Updated Friday, March 27, 3:45 pm

On Sunday, March 22, Governor Cuomo signed the New York State on PAUSE Executive Order to limit the spread of COVID-19. The policy encourages staying home and requires all non-essential businesses to close. The list of essential businesses that can remain open can be found here, and the 10-point plan is here. 

The Flatiron/23rd Street Partnership is closely following the response from the City, State, and Federal governments and has compiled financial resources for small businesses, nonprofits, and employees below.

If you have questions or needs, please email the team directly: Covid19@FlatironDistrict.nyc 

EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS - SMALL BUSINESSES & NONPROFITS

• Small Business Employee Retention Grant: The City is also offering eligible small businesses with fewer than five (i.e., 1-4) employees a grant to cover 40% of payroll costs for two months to help retain employees.
• This application is now open HERE 
• Gather the appropriate documents

• NYC Small Business Continuity Fund: Businesses with fewer than 100 employees, seeing a documented decrease in sales up to 25% or more, are eligible for zero-interest loans up to $75,000 to help mitigate losses in profit.
• This application is now open HERE 
• Gather the appropriate documents

For more information, please visit the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) Assistance & Guidance for Businesses​ webpage.

The NYC Department of Finance (DOF) recognizes that taxpayers, including small businesses, may be unable to meet certain NYC filing and payment deadlines due to COVID-19. The City of New York will allow for a waiter of penalties for DOF-administered business and excise taxes due between March 16, 2020 and April 25, 2020. Additional information can be found here.

DOF also offers several programs to assist property owners who face hardships making their property tax payments including the Property Tax and Interest Deferral Program, Exemption Programs, and Standard Payment Plans.

• Federal Stimulus CARES Act: The CARES Act represents more than $376 billion in relief for small businesses and nonprofits (under 500 employees, including startups, the self-empolyed, and cooperatives). We will continue to monitor these programs and share information as it becomes available.
  
• The Small Business Owner's Guide to the CARES Act

• SBA Assistance Loans: As a small business or nonprofit affected by COVID-19, you may be eligible to borrow up to $2 million in working capital from the U.S. Small Business Administration's Economic Injury Disaster (EID) Loan program. The interest rate is 3.75% for small businesses, 2.75% for nonprofits. The SBA recommends that all EID Loan applications be submitted online and envisions a processing time of two to three weeks. 
  
• This application is now open HERE
• Gather the appropriate documents
• Choose 'Economic Injury' as the reason for the loan request
• SBA Webinar - March 31, 1 pm - Register here

Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information, and download applications here, and can call (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for further information.

• Bloomberg Philanthropies & NY Community Trust: The NYC COVID-19 Response & Impact Fund was created to aid nonprofit service providers struggling with the health and economic effects of the coronavirus. Priority will be given to nonprofits addressing essential healthcare and food insecurity as well as arts and culture. The new $75 million fund will provide grants and loans to small and medium-sized nonprofits.
  
• NYC COVID-19 Response & Impact Fund

ADDITIONAL BUSINESS RESOURCES

• Facebook Small Business Grants Program: Facebook is offering $100 million in cash grants and ad credits for up to 30,000 businesses in over 30 countries affected by COVID-19. Applications will open in the coming weeks.
  
• Program Information

• Manhattan Chamber of Commerce Help Desk: For expert advice on a variety of small business topics (funding, legal issues, government regulations, staffing, marketing, real estate, health care, technology, etc.), businesses can utilize the Manhattan Chamber of Commere Help Desk. No need to be a Chamber member, the Help Desk is currently open to all who need it. 
  
• Help Desk
  
• Contact the Help Desk at (212) 473-7875 or helpdesk@manhattancc.org

RESOURCES FOR WORKERS

• NY Unemployment Insurance: New York State is waiving the 7-day waiting period for unemployment insurance for those who are out of work due to COVID-19, quarantine, and any associated policies. The Federal CARES Act will add $600 weekly to unemployed workers for a period of up to four months through July 31.
  
• NY State Unemployment Insurance

• USBG National Charity Foundation: If you are a bartender or hospitality worker, you may be eligible for a grant through the Bartender Emergency Assistance Program. 
  
• Grant Program

• Restaurant Workers Community Foundation: RWCF is continually compiling resources for restaurants and hospitality workers to cope with the COVID-19 emergency.
  
• RWCF Resources

• Mental Health Support for New Yorkers: While the City stays home to stop the spread of coronavirus, New Yorkers can access a wide range of mental health services by phone and online. Mental health services are free for New Yorkers regardless of insurance coverage or immigration status.
  
• Mental Health Support
• Call (888) NYC-Well (692-9355) or NYC.gov/nycwell

For more resources and updates pertaining to the pandemic, visit our COVID-19 Resources & Updates page.

Flatiron Fundraising Efforts You Can Support

Restaurants, bars, and fast-casual dining establishments make up 44.3% of Flatiron's ground-floor business composition. Respectively, 35% of ground-floor businesses are in other services. These sectors are significantly impacted by the unfolding COVID-19 outbreak as operating hours become adjusted, workers are laid off, and some business doors close altogether. 

Below is a list of Flatiron-based businesses organizing fundraising efforts to support their staff and keep their businesses afloat during this difficult time. You can donate or purchase gift cards if you are in a position to do so. 

Staff Relief Fundraising & Gift Card Purchase Support 

areppas 
Authentic, Venezuelan cuisine restaurant brought to you by husband and wife team Celestino Diaz and Brooke Carrie Hil supporting their staff. 
Donate here. 

Atoboy 
Korean restaurant support the 40+ young, brilliant hospitality and culinary talents of their Ato-fam,
Donate here. 

Bite 
A Mediterranean restaurant in Flatiron for over 18 years supporting the bite team. 
Donate here. 

BLACKBARN
American farm-to-table dining supporting their team, prep cooks and line cooks, porters, back waiters, and food runners. 
Donate here. 

Brrrn 
Cool-temperature fitness studio raising money for Instructors and Studio Coordinators. 
Donate here. 

by Chloe 
Vegan fast-casual dining spot is raising money for their team members that have been affected by restricted hours, modified operations, and significantly reduced guests during this crisis. 
Donate here. 

Cosme 
Modern Mexican restaurant supporting their team members. 
Donate here. 

Cote 
Korean steakhouse fundraising to directly benefit to all 87 laid-off team members, including those who do not qualify for unemployment.
Donate here. 

Dough Doughnuts
The local doughnut shop is raising money to support its 4
Donate here. 

Harding's 
Upscale American restaurant raising money to support 26-person staff. 
Donate here. 

Honeybrains 
Family-owned café focused on prioritizing brain wellness with healthy superfoods donating 25% of all gift card sales to employees. 
Purchase Gift Card Here. 

Heyday 
The facial spa launched a relief fund to distribute among their teams at the end of March. Also, 50% of gift card sales will benefit team members. 
Donate here. 
Purchase Gift Card here.

Idea Coffee 
Coffee shop raising money for 14 employees across their NYC locations with one in the neighborhood. 
Donate here. 

Ilili 
Lebanese restaurant aiming to secure 8 weeks of sustenance for their employees most in need, and then distribute the balance to other employees of the restaurant industry in NYC. The objective is to give packages of necessities to those most affected. 
Donate here. 

Inday 
Fast-casual Indian eatery is raising funds to support their team. 
Donate here. 

Junoon
Indian restaurant raising money to support their team of 75+ members. Owner Akshay Bhardwaj is offering complimentary glasses of wine, spice room tours, nan making classes, etc. for various donation amounts.  
Donate here. 

maman 
French bakery and cafe raising money to benefit their staff. Also, a portion of gift card sales will be donated to the staff fund: for every $10 gift card, $5 donated, for every $25 gift card, $10 donated, for every $50 gift card, $20 donated.
Donate here. 
Purchase Gift Card here. 

Park Avenue Seasons 
Supporting the front- and back-of-house crews at this modern American restaurant. 
Donate here. 
100% of gift card sales through March 31 benefit employees.
Purchase Gift Card here.

Leonelli Taberna & Leonelli Bakery 
Gift cards benefitting the various outposts and staff of this traditional Italian bakery, cafe, and restaurant. 
Purchase Gift Card here. 

Mendez Boxing 
In business for 10 years, this boxing gym is raising money to support their staff. 
Donate here. 

Mile High Run Club
Group treadmill training studio supporting their staff with 100% of online retail purchases benefitting coaches and staff. 
Check out Store here. 

Quality Eats NoMad 
Supporting the front- and back-of-house crews at this modern steakhouse. 
Donate here. 
100% of gift card sales through March 31 benefit employees.
Purchase Gift Card here. 

Scampi 
Southern Italian restaurant raising money to support their hardworking team.
Donate here. 

Scarpetta 
Italian restaurant collecting funds to distribute to hourly service staff to help cover their regular wages.
Donate here. 
Also, 25% of gift card purchases will support hourly workers.
Purchase Gift Card here. 

sundays
The non-toxic, vegan nail salon is supporting its staff of over 50 nail specialists by raising funds and 100% of gift card sales are going to employees. E-gift cards are 20% OFF. Enter promo code "SUNDAYS20" at checkout. 
Donate here. 
Purchase Gift Card here. 

Smile To Go
Healthy, Mediterranean dining spot supporting their dedicated staff. 
Donate here. 

Tarallucci e Vino
Donate to support efforts for Taralluci to donate food to feed healthcare workers at the frontlines. 

Want to be added to the list? Email: klynch [at] FlatironDistrict.NYC

Header Picture: Harding's 
Thumbnail Picture: Smile To Go

Local Retailers Open to Support You

Flatiron Foodies: Om Juice Bar's Blue Lagoon Smoothie Bowl

The plant-based cafe Om Juice Bar serves "mindfully delicious" juices and smoothies with a strong eye for freshness and health. The vegan menu uses organic produce and prides itself on wholesome goodness - no hidden ingredients or additives.

Om Juice Bar just launched pick-up service (917) 409-5900 and free delivery service via Uber Eats.

Om's founder Anastasia Kulinich shares her recipe for a crowd-favorite, brightly-colored smoothie bowl. The Blue Lagoon Bowl blends together tropical fruits, uses dairy-free milk, and features toppings packed with nutrients.

"I love this tropical bowl which is filled with superfoods and natural goodies," says Anastasia. "It’s very filling, you can use it as a meal replacement or as a dessert." Treat yourself to this guilt-free bowl. 

Blue Lagoon Smoothie Bowl Recipe 

 Ingredients: 

• 3 oz Almond Milk 
• 1 Frozen Banana 
• 1 Cup Frozen Mango 
• 1 Cup Frozen Pineapple
• 2 Dates
• 1 Tsp Blue Spirulina
• Pinch of Sea Salt 
• Toppings: Pear, Chia Seeds, Granola, Goji Berries 

Directions: 

1. In advance of the smoothie, freeze a banana 2-3 hours before making the bowl. Simply peel the banana's skin off, cut into small pieces, and freeze in a reusable bag. 
2. Add all smoothie ingredients into a blender, and bring the blender to a high speed until the texture is smooth and creamy. 
3. Place the smoothie in a serving bowl. Dice pears. Top the smoothie with the diced pears, granola, goji berries, and chia seeds. These toppings add some additional health benefits, texture, and yummy flavor. 
4. Enjoy! 

Pictured Below: Om Juice Bar Founder Anastasia Kulinich

Flatiron District Delivery / Pick-up Guide

The Flatiron District is a New York City food destination boasting over 220 restaurants and fast-casual establishments. As businesses shut-down their in-store dining service beginning Monday, March 16th at 8 pm, many still offer delivery and take-out options. We've rounded up local Flatiron dining establishments offering these services so you can still enjoy your favorite spots within the comfort and safety of your own home. 

When possible, please order from a business directly to ensure they receive maximum revenue.

This list is not comprehensive and ever-changing. Please check back for updates, and visit our Flatiron Guide for other local restaurants that may also be offering delivery or take-out. 

Also, if you are a restaurant and want to be added to The Daily News special section of take-out and delivery options, submit your business here. 

&pizza | Delivery | Free delivery when order directly from website or app | Buy One Pizza, Get One Free Offer available now. 

areppas | Delivery or Pick-up | Ordering hours 11:30 am - 6 pm  

Atoboy | Delivery via Caviar 

BLACKBARN | Curbside Pick-up (Menus), Call: (212) 265-5959, Grubhub & Seamless | Every entree purchase will buy a meal for homebound elderly through City Meals on Wheels. 

Bread & Tulips | Seamless & Grubhub 

Bondi Sushi | Delivery or Pick-up 

Bourke Street Bakery | Delivery or Pick-up | Can also email orders@bourkestreetbakery.com | Delivery to all five boroughs, and areas within a 25-mile radius of the bakery, which includes several neighborhoods in Westchester, Long Island, and New Jersey for a flat rate of $10. | Closed Mon & Tues, Open Wed-Sat. | Pick-up available from 9 am to 2 pm. 

by Chloe | Delivery or Pick-up | Delivery Combo Specials Available: Guac or Classic Burger with fries & a Olipop or Sanzo drink for $12.50, Box of 4 Cupcakes for $10, Box of 6 Cookies for $10, and if you're ordering for two, 2 Quinoa Taco Salads and Choice of Artichoke Dip or Chicky Chicky to Share for $25. Canned Wine also available to-go. 

Chick-fil-A | Mobile Carry-Out through the Chic-fil-a Mobile App, Carry-out orders placed at the front counter,  & 700 Sixth Ave Location Grubhub, Seamless, DoorDash, UberEats & Postmates

Chikarashi | Delivery or Pick-up 

Cosme | Delivery on Caviar & Grubhub

Cote Korean Steakhouse | Delivery via Caviar | Steak Care Packages Available for pick-up 11 am - 5 pm | Email: prime@cotenyc.com with name, phone number, number of packages desired, and date/time you would like to pick-up. Pay when you arrive. | Package includes 4 one-pound steaks, Cote's custom salt blend, ssamjang, and 4 pints of assorted banchan.  

Dough Doughnuts |  Pick-up (Call 212-243-6844 or email: orders@dough-ny.com) | Delivery via DoorDash, Caviar & Sweetist). For deliveries from the Financial District to 55th street, there is a minimum order of one dozen doughnuts. 

Dig Inn | Delivery at Select Locations, Pick-up at Many 

Dos Toros | Delivery | Order through their website directly and get $10 off your first order ($20 minimum) and free chips every time. 

Hanjan | Caviar, Postmates, or Pick-up (212) 206-7226 | Heat & Serve Meal Available ($135) - feeds a family of 4 for 2 meals. Email hooni@danjinyc.com to order⁠ these. Minimum of 1-day notice⁠ 

Honeybrains | Delivery & Take-out Available

Hill Country Barbecue Market | Delivery or Pick-up 

Le Tea | Seamless, Grubhub, & UberEats 

maman | Delivery or Pick-up (646) 838-0700, email: catering@mamannyc.com | Open 8 am to 3 pm | Cookie dough to-go is now available in 3 flavors for $30 ($25 + $5 directly going to benefit maman's staff). An At-Home Coffee Kit is also available for $20 ($15 + $5 benefitting staff). If you live from 14th St to 34th St, and between 9th Ave and 3rd Ave, maman will deliver food to you for FREE. 

Made Nice | Delivery or Pick-up 

Memo Shish Kebab | Delivery or Pick-up 

Mexicue | Delivery or Pick-up | Margaritas available! When your food order is $40+, enjoy a round of free margaritas. In the cocktails menu, hit  "Round of Margs" and use code "THOMAS." 

Mira Sushi & Izakaya | Delivery or Pick-up (212) 989-7889

NaNa Thai Street | Delivery or Pick-up 

Patisserie Chanson | Postmates, Grubhub, Seamless, & Caviar |  30% order of $30 or more, 50% orders for hospital workers, and delivery workers & drivers receive free freshly baked croissants | Orders available before 3 pm every day. 

The Pho | Delivery or Pick-up 

ROLLN Sushi | Delivery or Pick-up 

Shake Shack |Delivery or Pick-up via the Shack App or Grubhub from 11 am - 9 pm

Sophie's Cuban Cuisine | Delivery or Pick-up 

Sous Vide Kitchen | Delivery or Pick-up | Use code SVK5OFF for $5 Off, Minimum of $10. 

Sticky's Finger Joint | Delivery or Pick-up 

Summer Salt | Delivery or Pick-up 

Sweetcatch Poke | Delivery or Pick-up | 20% off and Free Delivery.

Sweetgreen | Delivery or Pick-up | Free delivery online, and on the sg app and Uber Eats.

Tappo Thin Crust Pizza | Direct Website, Grubhub & Seamless 

Thyme Cocktail Bar (New Speakeasy) | Delivery & Pick-up | Available 5 pm to 10 pm, Wed-Sun | You can order impressive cocktails and food to-go for a special night in. 

Taïm Falafel | Delivery or Pick-up | Free delivery through website and app. All first-time users will also automatically receive 25% Off. 

Zucker's Bagels | Direct Website, Grubhub, Seamless, UberEats, DoorDash, & Pick-up | Open 7 am to 2:30 pm | Use code FREEDELIVERY for free delivery via Zucker's website. Delivery available in Manhattan and order cut-off of 2 pm. 

Want to be added to the list? Email: klynch [at] FlatironDistrict.NYC

Also, if you are a restaurant and want to be added to The Daily News special section of take-out and delivery options, submit your business here. 

 Photo Credit: Smile To Go

Historic Flatiron District Walking Tours Temporarily Cancelled

Support Local Businesses

Updated 3/16/2020

Businesses are being affected by the new Coronavirus (Covid-19) in tangible ways across New York City. There are ways that community members can still help support the local economy and our beloved small businesses in the midst of the related economic slowdown. This is a rapidly changing situation and we urge everyone to follow the guidelines and protocols, including social distancing, put forth by public health officials.

Effective 8PM Monday, March 16, crowd capacity is to be reduced to 50 total people, and 50% occupancy rates. Restaurants and bars that serve food will be shifting to takeout/delivery ONLY. It is being reported that alcholic beverages will now also be available for delivery.

All gyms and fitness centers and movie theatres must also close at 8pm tonight. 

1. Order Delivery:  When ordering delivery from your favorite spot consider ordering from a business's website directly, instead of thrid-party outlets that collect commission fees, which ensures more of your dollars go directly to the business
   
   
2. Shop Locally Online:  Support local retailers by purchasing items for delivery. 
   
   
3. Buy gIft cards: Retailers, restaurants, fitness studios, cultural amenities and services may be offering online gift cards for purchase. Buying one now for future use gives businesses some much needed shirt-term income.
   
   
4. Essential staff lodging: If your essential personel are needed close to work, many area hotels have reduced rates. 
   
   
5. Give good reviews: Use your time to give businsses you love great reviews on various platforms and like and share their social media posts.
    
6. If possible, don't ask for refunds. If a changing situation means you're no longer in need of their service, consider not asking for a refund. 

Our interactive, digital Flatiron Guide that maps out the district is a helpful resource to become aware of local businesses. You can filter by business type for easy searching.  Note that many businesses may have closed completely so double check their website for delivery or gift card availability, or give them a call. 

Again, stay up to date on current conditions in New York City and please stay home, even if you don't feel sick.

For more infomation on local updates, you can visit our resource page. You can also visit the New York City Department of Health General Info Page.

Thumbnail Photo Credit: @fleurs_de_sel

Saint Patrick's Day Take Out/Delivery in Flatiron

Updated 3/16/2020:

Effective 8PM Monday, March 16 Restaurants and bars that serve food will be shifting to takeout/delivery ONLY. The Governor also announced that alcholic beverages will now also be available for delivery, as a part of this rule. This is not a permanent change and would only be in effect for the duration of the mandatory closures.

The below bars and eateries do all have food menu items, and may be offering their St. Pat's specials via delivery. Please visit their social media or websites, or call the restaurant directly for confirmation:

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Everyone's a little Irish on St. Patrick's Day. In celebration of Paddy's Day, we've rounded up local pubs (and a bakery) inviting you to celebrate with some themed fun.

Baked by Melissa, 111 East 23rd Street, between Park and Lexington, (212) 842-0220
Order a pack of St. Patrick's Day-themed mini-cupcakes such as the "Pot O' Gold" 25-pack.

The Churchill Tavern, 45 East 28th Street, between Madison Avenue and Park Avenue South, (646) 476-8419
Not exactly Irish, but the festive, the English-themed bar the Churchill Tavern. 

The Globe, 158 East 23rd Street, between Lexington Avenue and Third Avenue, (212) 477-6161
Old-school (since 1886) Irish pub The Globe offer traditional Irish dishes.    

Gold Bear, 377 Park Avenue South, between 27th and 26th Streets, (646) 850-1400
Gold Bear, is known for its impressive cocktail program and tasty menu. 

The Storehouse, 69 West 23rd Street, between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, (212)-243-8898
Order some St. Patrick's Day fun from Irish-style sports bar The Storehouse.

Again, please call each location to confirm delivery availability. 

Flatiron District Businesses: Do you have a promotion that we're missing? Email us at info (at) flatirondistrict.nyc

Photo Credit: Manhattan Sideways of Storehouse