COVID-19 Toolkit

Updated March 31

In an effort to support our partners in a time when up-to-date information is crucial, Travel Oregon has created a toolkit that points to resources from national and state public health organizations to give you all the information you need around COVID-19.

Communication Material:

In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, Governor Brown released an Executive Order “Stay Home, Save Lives” on March 23. This new policy orders Oregonians to stay in their homes whenever possible and includes stronger language around approved activities and business operations.

Communication material that helps inform the public around this message and slow the spread of COVID-19 have been created. We are asking our partners around the state use this messaging to share information on how Oregonians can stay safe and save lives. There are two sets of content that can be shared to inform the public to Stay Home, Save Lives – please use the content that speaks best to your audiences.

1. This statewide public awareness campaign is intended for those who are not staying home as well as thanking essential workers for their service. This material will  appear statewide on television, radio, social media and more.
2. General public awareness information that includes social medial material that has been translated into eight languages. The main social tiles are updated as new daily messages posted on Oregon Health Authority’s COVID-19 page.

Business Resources & Assistance:

• Tell Travel Oregon your story.
  • We’ve created an online form to capture recent impacts on destinations and businesses.
  • Share your immediate needs, as well as any special promotions or inspirational stories happening during this challenging time.
• CARES Act – US Travel provides resources around the recently passed federal COVID-19
• Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association – resources for businesses in the restaurant and lodging industry
• National Restaurant Employee Relief Fund
• Business Oregon COVID-19 Financial Resources for Businesses
• Non-Profit Association of Oregon Resources
• Oregon Community Foundation Grant Information (for non-profits impacted by COVID-19)
• Northwest Health Foundation Grant Program
• Small Business Administration Disaster Resources
  • SBA Resource Guide
  • SBA Oregon Disaster Declaration
  • SBA Disaster Loan Assistance Link
• BOLI – The State of Oregon has many resources available for businesses and employers. Employers can call the Technical Assistance hotline at 971-673-0824 or email bolita@boli.state.or.us.
• Small Business Advocacy – Businesses without employees or with fewer than 100 employees can contact the Office of Small Business Assistance via email at business.sos@oregon.gov or by calling toll free 1-844-469-5512
• Oregon Work Share Unemployment Program – This program allows employers to arrange for unemployment benefits for employees who they may need to furlough or experience reduced hours. Visit the website to learn more about this program.

Resources for the Most Up-To-Date Information:  

• Oregon Health Authority
• Oregon Office of Emergency Management
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• U.S. Travel Association

Travel Recommendations: 

• Travel Oregon’s Travel Alerts
• Check the CDC for countries with current travel restrictions