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COVID-19 Federal Assistance

Community by community, the impact of COVID-19 is variable and rapidly changing. The League of American Orchestras has been a leading voice as orchestras join advocates in the arts and nonprofit sectors nationwide seeking federal relief that will protect their substantial workforce and safeguard their essential service to communities in the wake of unprecedented closures …

COVID-19

League Offers Individualized Technical Assistance from Qualified Legal Experts on COVID-19 Federal Relief

The League of American Orchestras is pleased to announce the availability of individualized technical assistance on the COVID-19 federal relief opportunities from qualified legal experts from the Pryor Cashman law firm. Consultations on the banking, employment, and tax aspects of federal relief of up to one hour are available for League member orchestras in good standing.

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COVID-19 News

  • COVID-19

    November 12, 2021

    Major Policy Developments, International Travel Resumes, and Latest SVOG News

    In This Issue: Employee Retention Tax Credit Curtailed as Infrastructure Bill Passes; New Action Ahead on Shuttered Venue Operators Grants; The Latest on COVID-19 Safety Protocols and Requirements; COVID-19 Travel Bans Lifted: New Policies in Place for International Air Travel; Speak Up Now to Preserve New Charitable Giving Incentives!

  • Advocacy

    October 8, 2021

    Agency Nominations, Policy Updates, and More

    In This Issue: Still Time to Act on Arts and Recovery, Reminder! New Charitable Giving Incentives Encourage Donors to Give More, Shuttered Venue Operators Grants: Reporting Requirements Coming Soon, International Guest Artists Experiencing Visa Delays and Complications, Dr. Maria Rosario Jackson Nominated to Lead National Endowment for the Arts, Arts Education Legislation Nears Introduction, October is National Arts and Humanities Month

  • COVID-19

    September 20, 2021

    Fall Brings Important Policy News and Opportunities

    In This Issue: Act Now: Arts and Recovery; Shuttered Venues Grants Enter Supplemental Phase; U.S. to Lift International Travel Restrictions in Early November

  • Active Policy Campaigns

    August 30, 2021

    Arts and Recovery: Contact Congress Today

    Your voice has made a real difference as Congress shapes relief and recovery resources, and it's time to be heard once again! In the coming weeks, Congress will finalize the contents of massive legislative vehicles intended to build the nation's infrastructure and provide resources to support recovery amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This legislation is being called a once-in-a-generation investment in U.S. infrastructure and growth.

  • COVID-19

    August 12, 2021

    Summer Action Heats Up on COVID Policy Issues

    Next Phase Begins for Shuttered Venue Operators Grants; Threats to Shorten Employee Retention Tax Credit as Access Improves; Webinar Ahead: U.S. Visas and COVID-19 Travel Restrictions; How to Play Your Part this Month

  • COVID-19

    May 28, 2021

    SBA Begins Shuttered Venue Grant Award Announcements

    On May 26, 2021, the Small Business Administration (SBA) posted a new set of Frequently Asked Questions for Awardees approved for a Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG), as grant notifications for the first award recipients for this critical form of COVID-19 relief are issued this week.

  • COVID-19

    May 24, 2021

    Shuttered Venue Operator Updates

    In a call with Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) stakeholders today, the Small Business Administration (SBA) provided information in response to applicant uncertainty over the timing and next steps in processing grant applications.

  • COVID-19

    May 13, 2021

    Spring Into Action! Catch Up on Latest COVID-19 Relief Updates and Opportunities, International Mobility, and Charitable Giving Bills

    American Rescue Plan: State and Local Funding in Motion; Latest Shuttered Venue Operators Grants Updates; International Mobility: Visas and Travel with Instruments; Charitable Giving Provisions Introduced in Congress

  • COVID-19

    May 11, 2021

    Shuttered Venue Operators Grants Updates

    The SBA is advising stakeholders that further information about next steps in Shuttered Venue Operators Grants program will continue to be released this week and next. The League participated in a call this afternoon with SVOG administrators.

  • COVID-19

    April 23, 2021

    Shuttered Venue Grant Application Portal to Re-Open on MONDAY, April 26

    The Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that it will re-open the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) portal on Saturday, April 24 at 12:30pm Eastern.

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