*as of 3/11/2020, the COVID-19 Resource post has been converted a web page on our website – we will continue updating resources at www.nyfunders.org/covid19
The spread and impact of the COVID-19 virus (Coronavirus) in the United States is not yet known, but many nonprofit and philanthropic organizations are taking steps and seeking resources to prepare for and mitigate the effects of the virus on their communities and within their organizations. NY Funders Alliance will continue to share resources we receive from our national partners and government sources in the coming weeks, and we’ve highlighted a few key resources below as a starting point:
International, Federal, and State Resources
World Health Organization Daily Reports – visit their page
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
NYS Department of Health – view New York State’s response to COVID-19
Additional Resources –
Coronavirus: What You Need to Know About Canceling an Event and Liability Risks
U.S. Travel Association’s Emergency Preparedness and Response: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Philanthropy-Specific Resources
Chronicle of Philanthropy – “6 Steps for Grant Makers to Take Now to Ensure Nonprofits Recover From Coronavirus Spread”
FSG Consulting – “COVID-19—Seven Things Philanthropy Can Do“
Center for Disaster Philanthropy –
- COVID-19 Updates and Philanthropic Responses
- COVID-19 Coronavirus: How Philanthropy Can Respond Webinar Recording
- Critical Needs List – How Funders Can Help
- Tips for Disaster Giving
Northern California Grantmakers Webinar (3/12/2020) : How Philanthropy Can Support and Enhance the Government Response to COVID-19
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Emergency Response Fund
Council on Foundations – Coronavirus Resource Page
Washington Post – As Coronavirus Spreads, The Bill For Our Public Health Failures Is Due (subscription needed)
Nonprofit Quarterly – COVID-19 Brings Nonprofits High Unexpected Costs
Philanthropic Response Examples
Seattle Foundation – COVID-19 Response Fund
PND by Candid – Funders Respond to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Resources for Working Remotely
NY Funders Alliance will remain adaptable to how the COVID-19 epidemic evolves and progresses, and react appropriately with program adjustments and our internal office strategies. Some helpful policies for offices who need to transition to working remotely or from home include the following:
MHA Consulting: Is Your Work-At-Home Strategy Functional?
USA Today: Top 13 tips to work at home amid coronavirus concerns
TechSoup: Nonprofit Resources for Remote Work During the COVID-19 Outbreak
TechSoup: Virtual Workshop (Webinar): Managing the Impact of COVID-19 on Nonprofits
Google Resources: the company recently announced that it’ll be offering free access to premium features in Hangouts Meet for anyone who uses G Suite or G Suite for Education. Specifically, you’ll get three temporary upgrades:
- Larger meetings, for up to 250 participants per call
- Live streaming for up to 100,000 viewers within a domain
- The ability to record meetings and save them to Google Drive
Microsoft Teams: the company is offering a six-month trial for the premium version of Microsoft Teams. Starting March 10, Microsoft will allow as many users as possible to join a Team (using its free version), and everyone on the free version of Teams will be allowed to schedule video calls and conferences.
NY Funders Alliance utilizes Microsoft Teams and Zoom as flexible, travel-friendly conferencing and communication tools. There are free levels to both of these programs, and Zoom has recently posted additional tips and resources on their blog:”Zoom’s Commitment to User Support & Business Continuity During the Coronavirus Outbreak“
If you’re looking for additional resources, please contact our office.