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Fraudulent solicitations related to COVID-19 are on the rise, including scams that reference the Fed. A Federal Reserve Bank will not contact anyone about suspicious activity in a commercial bank account. Find information and resources here to help you protect yourself while seeking assistance.
The Richmond Fed is monitoring the spread of COVID-19 and its impact on the people in the region we serve. We are continuously seeking ways to offer our support, including these resources.
The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly affected people across the United States and around the world. We have read or watched the news in shock as this virus became a worldwide health crisis significantly changing our daily lives. As a former consultant, I know firsthand the effect this will have on industries and supply chains, but as a Fed president I have also learned about those who live and work on the edge. Individuals, small businesses and whole communities that depend on a healthy economy to put food on their tables, pay their bills and sustain their businesses will be faced with real hardships. I have been speaking to many contacts in our District and the fears are real.
But so are the many stories of those who are reaching out to our neighbors, doing what they can and ensuring social distancing doesn’t result in social isolation to those most vulnerable to this virus.
The Fed has a critical role to support a healthy economy and promote the stability of the financial system. As is our mandate, with the economy headed into a difficult stretch, we have lowered rates to try to stimulate the economy and have invested in helping markets function.
We do mission-critical work in service to the American public, including the smooth flow of payments, such as cash. Our workforce is a great source of strength, and is following our established business continuity practices in support of our public service mission. I am honored to be a part of this dedicated team.
We have taken great precautions to keep our employees safe and are following strict protocol to ensure their ongoing well-being. Our physical doors may be closed to visitors for now, but we are still connected to our communities, delivering on our mission-critical responsibilities and continuing our important work.
The Impact of COVID-19
Financial Protection and Personal Banking
IRS Economic Impact Payments Q&A
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Payday Lending Insight from the Federal Trade Commission
Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) Consumer Help Center
Employment Issues
Housing Information
Department of Housing and Urban Development
S.C. Housing COVID-19 Mortgage Relief Assistance
Washington, D.C. Housing Resources
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Mortgage and Housing Assistance
Education Resources
Richmond Fed’s Economic Education Resources
Federal Reserve Bank Education Resources
Econ Lowdown: Free K–12 and college resources
An Economic Education Webinar for Teachers – Register By April 21
Health & Wellness Resources
Health Departments in the Fifth District
Main Street Lending Program for Nonprofit Borrowers
Federal Reserve Survey Update: The Impact of COVID-19 on Low- to Moderate-Income Communities
Federal Reserve Survey Results: The Impact of COVID-19 on Communities and the Entities Serving Them
Joint Statement on CRA Consideration for Activities in Response to COVID-19
Investment Connection – Convening Opportunities for Nonprofits, Bankers & Other Funders
Natural Capital Investment Fund & Truist
LISC Rural Relief Small Business Grants
Main Street Lending Program: State-By-State Listing of Lenders
SBA Disaster Assistance Response to the Coronavirus
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Response to the Coronavirus
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)
for small businesses and private, nonprofit organizations
Stay up-to-date on Federal Reserve System efforts related to COVID-19.
Federal Reserve Infographic Series - Showcasing Pandemic-Related Support
The Fed’s Response to COVID-19 – An Overview
Except where expressly indicated, none of these materials necessarily represent the views of the Richmond Fed or the Federal Reserve System.
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