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FREE THERMOMETERS & MASKS FOR SMALL BIZ
Morris County Freeholders Aid Local Merchants and Honor Small Business Saturday
The Morris County Board of Freeholders authorized the distribution of COVID-19 protective gear to local merchants today, as they unanimously proclaimed Nov. 28, 2020 to be “Small Business Saturday” through a resolution that also urged the public to “Shop Small” after the Thanksgiving holiday.

Infrared thermometers, a 50-count box of face masks and employee signage will be provided to each Morris County business owner who applies for the supplies, for as long as those supplies last. The gear is intended to help small merchants keep employees safe, protect customers and continue to do business under increasing operational restrictions imposed by the state in response to the pandemic. Read more here. Apply here.
GRANTS FOR BLACK-OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES
The New York Jets are partnering with the Morris County Chamber of Commerce and the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey to offer a $10,000 grant to two Black-owned small businesses! The application deadline is Dec 14th. Learn More & Apply
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY - NOVEMBER 28
American Express created Small Business Saturday on the Saturday after Thanksgiving to encourage holiday shoppers to spend more at small businesses. Here are a few ways for businesses to increase their visibility throughout this holiday season:

  • Use the Shop Small Studio to create customizable marketing materials to encourage customers to Shop Small safely with you all season long


  • Add your business to the Shop Small Map - see if you qualify by clicking here.
HEALTH & SAFETY STANDARDS FOR EMPLOYERS
Executive Order 192​ - ​Health & Safety Standards for Employers
Every business, non-profit, governmental, and educational entity that requires or permits its workforce to be physically present at a worksite must abide by a minimum standard to protect employees, customers, and others who come into contact with its operations. 
TIPS FOR STAYING SAFE DURING THE HOLIDAYS
Given the current surge in COVID-19 cases, everyone should celebrate Thanksgiving with members of their household only. If you do gather with other households, keep plans as small as possible and consistent with public health guidance. College students returning home should quarantine for 14 days before interacting with family members and should consider getting tested before leaving campus. The Department of Health strongly recommends against families taking residents out of long-term care facilities for holiday celebrations. Learn more about tips for staying safe while gathering for the holidays.
NEWS & INFORMATION RELATED TO COVID-19
Update for NJ Businesses from the NJ Chamber of Commerce

A state program is offering big discounts (up to 70% off) on personal protective equipment for small businesses and nonprofits. Organizations with fewer than 100 employees are eligible — but only until Dec. 10. For more info, click here. (ROI-NJ) Read Press Release

Trenton Watch
See a list of some of the bills advancing in the state Legislature, and where the N.J. Chamber of Commerce stands on them. 

Tell the State What You Think
How has your business been impacted by COVID-19? What do you need for a safe and productive recovery? Fill out this online survey to share your story and help guide the state's recovery plan. (State of New Jersey)
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