Working Washington Grants: Round 4

Working Washington Round 4 offers grant relief funds to small for-profit businesses, especially those that were required to close due to public health and safety measures. The application portal is open from March 29-April 9. Visit the Department of Commerce application portal https://commercegrants.com for eligibility details and assistance.

Business Tax Relief in Response to New COVID-19 Guidance

In response to the Governor’s new COVID-19 guidance, the Department of Revenue plans to offer the following relief to impacted businesses.

Payment Extensions
Revenue will provide payment extensions, upon request, to businesses in the industries directly impacted by these new restrictions. Affected businesses should reach out to the Department to request an extensions before the due date.

Businesses granted payment extensions are still being asked to file their returns by their original due dates even if the business is unable to pay. Businesses may request a payment extension using one of the following methods:

• Self-Initiated Extensions – Qualifying businesses have the option of self-initiating a 30 day extension by applying in My DOR. 
• Secure Message - Send a secure email using My DOR to request an extension.
• Call - Revenue’s customer service team is available to help at 360-705-6705, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Payment Plans
If a business is still unable to pay their tax return by the extended payment due date, they should contact their local field office to discuss payment options, take advantage of our new Self-Service Payment Plan tool, or call DOR’s Initial Contact Team at 1-800-631-4028 for assistance. 

If an impacted business already has an existing payment plan and needs to delay a payment or make an adjustment, they should contact their Revenue Agent directly to discuss options that may be available.

Interest Waiver
In accordance with the Governor’s Proclamation 20-20, the Department will waive interest from February 29, 2020 until the termination of the COVID-19 State of Emergency or 11:59 p.m. on December 7, 2020, whichever occurs first.  After this date, interest will begin accruing on outstanding balances unless the proclamation is extended further.

More information
Please direct businesses to Revenue’s COVID-19 Business Relief page.

Find Financial Assistance - a service of the King County Library System

Anyone is welcome to use the service; a KCLS library card or residence in our service area is not required. We are able to respond in a wide variety of languages, and by phone for those unable to access email.

"Find Financial Assistance" is an information and referral service for anyone trying to locate financial support programs. Users can fill out a simple form describing their small business, nonprofit, personal, or career/education funding need, and library staff will respond with a custom list of relevant resources.

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Emergency Advance

This loan advance will provide up to $10,000 of economic relief to businesses that are currently experiencing temporary difficulties.

PPP2 is now open apply through an approved lender

The SBA has resumed accepting Paycheck Protection Program applications from participating lenders. Find a lender here

U.S. Department of Agriculture Business & Industry Loan Guarantees

This program offers loan guarantees to rural businesses.

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources

• Coronavirus Funding Options
• Guidance for Businesses and Employers
• Local Assistance
• Join the SBA's Relief Efforts
• SBA Products and Resources
• Government Contracting

Business Tax Relief in Response to New COVID-19 Guidance

In response to the Governor’s new COVID-19 guidance, the Department of Revenue plans to offer the following relief to impacted businesses.

Payment Extensions
Revenue will provide payment extensions, upon request, to businesses in the industries directly impacted by these new restrictions. Affected businesses should reach out to the Department to request an extensions before the due date.

Businesses granted payment extensions are still being asked to file their returns by their original due dates even if the business is unable to pay. Businesses may request a payment extension using one of the following methods:

• Self-Initiated Extensions – Qualifying businesses have the option of self-initiating a 30 day extension by applying in My DOR. 
• Secure Message - Send a secure email using My DOR to request an extension.
• Call - Revenue’s customer service team is available to help at 360-705-6705, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Payment Plans
If a business is still unable to pay their tax return by the extended payment due date, they should contact their local field office to discuss payment options, take advantage of our new Self-Service Payment Plan tool, or call DOR’s Initial Contact Team at 1-800-631-4028 for assistance. 

If an impacted business already has an existing payment plan and needs to delay a payment or make an adjustment, they should contact their Revenue Agent directly to discuss options that may be available.

Interest Waiver
In accordance with the Governor’s Proclamation 20-20, the Department will waive interest from February 29, 2020 until the termination of the COVID-19 State of Emergency or 11:59 p.m. on December 7, 2020, whichever occurs first.  After this date, interest will begin accruing on outstanding balances unless the proclamation is extended further.

More information
Please direct businesses to Revenue’s COVID-19 Business Relief page.

COVID-19 Reopening Guidance for Businesses and Workers

On May 4th, 2020 Governor Inslee signed Proclamation 20-25.3 and outlined the “Safe Start” plan, a phased approach to re-open Washington’s economy. Under the plan, businesses and activities will re-open in phases with adequate social distancing measures & health standards in place. Businesses may also need to meet additional requirements developed specifically for their industry. [Learn More...]

SBA COVID19 Disaster Loan Programs

Here you will find information on SBA loans for disaster assistance as well as lenders [Learn More...]

Essential Businesses - Defined for Washington state

In accordance with the Governor's "Stay Home, Stay Healthy" order, he has designated the following list of “Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers” to help state, local, tribal, and industry partners as they work to protect communities, while ensuring continuity of functions critical to public health and safety, as well as economic and national security.

Office of the Secretary of State Suspending Delinquency Fees

During this crisis, the Office of the Secretary of State will be suspending delinquency fees for businesses that have not been able to file their annual report before their dealine. The office is also suspending the late fee for charitable organizations, charitable trusts, and fundraisers that may have missed their filing deadline.

NOTICE: The Corporations and Charities Filing System (CCFS) will be offline Saturday June 6 from 8am to 5pm for regular maintenance. During that time you will not be able to use the system or complete any filings. The Secretary of State's Office apologizes for any inconvenience.

Washington State's Central COVID-19 Webpage

This is Washington State’s official COVID-19 website, maintained by the state Joint Information Center (JIC). The JIC is part of the Washington State Emergency Operations Center operated out of Camp Murray.

This website is constantly being updated, there is already important information available here; it will be improved in the coming hours and days. This website will provide links to official information from a wide range of trusted sources, including government and community services.

This website includes information on:

• Financial assistance for businesses and workers
• Insurance information for businesses
• Small business loans
• Small businesses and non-profits resources
• Guidance for state agencies
• More information coming soon...