GRA Weekly | April 18, 2021

GRA Weekly

April 18, 2021

This week's newsletter is brought to you by the UGA Small Business Development Center

RRF - SBA GUIDANCE RELEASED

Yesterday, the Small Business Administration (SBA) released a guidance document and sample application for the highly-anticipated Restaurant Revitalization Fund grant program, While the SBA will not begin accepting applications until later this month, the release of these documents will allow operators to see the application, gather essential documents, and be ready when the application period opens.

Don't forget that SBA will prioritize awarding funds to small businesses at least 51-percent owned and controlled by individuals who are women, veterans, and/or socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. The GRA encourages all operators to review the documents to prepare for the program launch.

Restaurant Revitalization Fund Important Links

SBA - Restaurant Revitalization Fund Website

Comprehensive website with information to help you understand the program details, how/when to apply, documents needed when applying, allowable use of funds and more.

SBA Form 3172

Restaurant Revitalization Funding Application Sample.

Frequently Asked Questions

This comprehensive document will answer your most common questions about eligibility, how to apply, documentation needed, and how much you might receive.

Form 4506-T

Request for Transcript of Tax Return, or Form 4506-T, is required to apply for an RRF grant application.

National Restaurant Association's RRF Website

Frequently updated with resources you need to know about the RRF grant process.

RESTAURANTS SEE STAFFING SHORTAGE ACROSS THE COUNTRY

THIRD EXECUTIVE ORDER IN EFFECT

On Thursday, April 8, Governor Brian P. Kemp's third Executive Order went into effect. More details on all three Executive Orders, Restaurant & Dining Sections are below:

Executive Order 03.31.21.03

*Effective from April 8, 2021 at 12:00AM until April 30, 2021 at 11:59PM

*Removes the gatherings ban

*Reduces any remaining distance requirements (i.e. distance between parties at restaurants, bars)

*Eliminates the ability of law enforcement to close an organization for failure to comply with the Executive Order provisions

*NEW Entrance sign language (as of April 8, 2021)

BEN'S FRIENDS NEW ATLANTA CHAPTER

Ben’s Friends, a national support group for people in the hospitality industry struggling with addiction, is excited to announce its expansion into Atlanta.

The first meeting will take place on Sunday, April 18 from 12:30 – 1:30 PM at Southern Belle Restaurant (1043 Ponce de Leon Ave). Meetings will be held at the same time and location every Sunday thereafter. The chapter will be led by Grant Hurless (Ghost Town Restaurants) and Mallory Hastings (Launderella), two longtime members of the Atlanta food and beverage industry who have found sobriety in recent years. Read More.

Every Sunday | 12:30PM - 1:30PM | Southern Belle Restaurant

2021 PUBLIC AFFAIRS CONFERENCE

Have you registered yet for the 2021 Virtual National Restaurant Association Public Affairs Conference?

For 35 years, this event has brought together the leaders of our industry for a dialogue with national policymakers and thought-leaders on our public policy priorities. And while we can’t meet in person this year, there has never been a more critical time for our industry to come together with one voice to advocate for our industry. GRA members can receive a discount by using this discount code: PAFCMEMBER

RESTAURANT RESET WEBINAR SERIES

The Restaurant Reset Series, presented by the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center, is designed to train restaurant owners and operators in the areas they need for their business to be successful.

Over seven sessions, topics include: financing, marketing, customer retention, alternative lending, finding and retaining employees and expanding food services. Taught by a team of restaurant experts – you will leave with a better understanding of steps needed to ensure your venture is a success.