Business incubator launches COVID-19 aid program for area startups

TAMPA — Tampa Bay Wave, a business incubator and co-working space in downtown Tampa that supports 60 tech startups, has launched a financial relief program for companies that have been affected by the COVID-19 economic crisis 

According to a press release, the Rising Tide Relief Fund will provide short-term, nearly zero-interest micro loans to area startups that need cash quickly to stay in business and avoid layoffs. The loans will be processed quickly, with minimal paperwork required.