August 22, 2024
Updates from Adams Morgan
Click Here
to see previous updates in our newsletter archive
Check
ObviouslyDC.com
for the latest in DC government funding and grant opportunities for businesses.
Be prepared. Visit to
Ready.DC.gov
for preparedness information for a
variety of hazards including manmade and natural disasters.
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Drag Storytime Sunday At Unity Park
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Join us this Sunday, August 25 at 11am for
Drag Storytime
! The event will take place in Unity Park directly across from
The LINE DC
(the triangle park at Columbia, Euclid, and Champlain Streets). Itty Bitty will be reading stories about love, inclusion, and friendship… books that the entire family will enjoy! DC Public Library will be joining us too. Don't forget to make a brunch or lunch reservation at one of the many nearby restaurants, go shopping, visit a salon, and continue supporting our local businesses.
Can't make it this weekend? Join us for the remainder of the Drag Storytime dates: Sunday September 29, and Sunday October 27.
More details and
RSVP here
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AdMo Vibe Summer Concert Series concludes next Wednesday with Gotcha Covered!
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AdMo Vibe
is a series of free, outdoor concerts featuring local musicians in Kalorama Park on Columbia Road, NW.
AdMo Vibe is the ultimate setting for a family night out, date night, relaxing evening in the park, or solo adventure. The bands will be playing various genres of music including folk, pop, country, rock, jazz, and more. Participants can picnic with takeout from a local restaurant, enjoy good vibes with neighbors and friends, and visit an array of shops and boutiques just steps away before or after the performances.
REMAINING CONCERT SCHEDULE:
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Wednesday, August 28 from 6-7:30pm:
Gotcha Covered
(Rock, Pop, Motown, Blues & Country)
For a limited time, Adams Morgan restaurants will be offering specials before, during, and after the concerts.
Restaurant specials and business discounts are available on the website!
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The Adams Morgan Farmers Market at Unity Park
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Every Saturday through December
8:30am - 1:00pm
at Unity Park (Corner of Euclid St and Columbia Rd)
Celebrating more than 52 years serving the Adams Morgan community.
REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR OWN BAGS and CONTAINERS for fragile produce.
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Vintage Market at the LINE DC on Sunday, August 25
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Don't miss the Vintage Market on the rooftop of the LINE DC this Sunday, August 25 from 2-4 pm! Visit with 10+ local vintage vendors selling clothing, accessories, jewelry, and home decor. Attendees can enjoy a DJ, tarot reader, bar and more. More details
here
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Meet the New Potter's House DC Director and more!
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Excerpt from an email from Potter's House Managing Director Justin Bray
(
read the full email here
)
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Here at The Potter’s House, we are approaching a significant milestone that many other Church of the Savior ministries have done before us – after being lovingly guided by the 8th Day Faith Community and Church of the Savior community at large, we are thrilled to announce our transition to becoming an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit as we file our paperwork in the coming days. This marks a pivotal moment of growth and expansion for us, and I invite you to be a part of this exciting new phase, just as you’ve done for us time and time again.
To celebrate,
we are hosting a special event on August 30th at The Potter’s House
. For the first time in years, our doors will be open from 8 AM to 8 PM, and we hope you will join us for a day filled with celebration, connection, and community spirit. We’ll be unveiling our new Pay-What-You-Can model for both our bookstore and cafe, our renewed vision that ensures everyone in our community has access to nourishing food and meaningful reading materials regardless of their means.
Whether you can join us in person or support us from afar, your involvement is crucial to our mission. You can make a meaningful impact by:
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Enjoy a Meal or Coffee:
Stop by for a delicious meal or a refreshing coffee. Every purchase supports our mission and helps us continue serving our community.
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Spread the Word:
Tell your friends, family, and neighbors about our new chapter and invite them to join the festivities. They can even donate from afar by visiting
pottershousedc.org/donate
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Pay It Forward:
Can’t make it in person? You can still make a difference by donating online. Just $10 provides a full meal or 2 gently used books for someone with limited access to either.
Every contribution, no matter the size, helps us continue to nurture meaningful belonging within Adams Morgan and beyond.
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2024 Best of LGBTQ DC Readers’ Choice Award Nominations
It is Decision 2024! Nominate your favorites in
Washington Blade's 2024 Best of LGBTQ DC
categories through August 29th. The top 5 nominees from each category will become a finalist with voting starting September 9th.
Click here
to nominate your favorite Adams Morgan businesses.
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Opening Celebration: Here & Where?
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Friday, August 23, 2024; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Beverages and light refreshments will be provided
Join DC Arts Center (DCAC) Friday night to celebrate the opening of
Here & Where?
a duo exhibition curated by Milan Warner featuring
Jeffrey Berg
and
Sally Veach
, that contrasts yet unifies topics that explore some of the internal and external environments of the human experience.
Jeffery Berg
in their work, explores individual character in conjunction with the external world in which we live. Berg’s drawings investigate how our unique experiences connect us with our community by investigating personal histories and internal themes such as memory, dreams, and the innate need for human connection. In contrast,
Sally Veach
looks outwardly to make work about the beauty and power of the natural world and the outward-looking attempts of humans to control and domesticate it. Veach combines gestural landscapes with hard-edged symbols to depict the capitalistic human desire to control nature.
Explore the exhibit
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Adams Morgan Day Returns Sunday, September 8
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For 46 years, Adams Morgan Day has been a family-friendly celebration with music, art and activities for all ages. Adams Morgan Day will take place on Sunday, September 8. The festival is planned entirely by volunteers. Residents and visitors alike are welcome to meet our neighborhood businesses, artists, and service organizations.
Learn more about this fun neighborhood event here
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NEW SURVEY FOR DC OPERATORS:
Please complete
this brief survey
about your experiences and opinions with accepting cash payments. Your feedback will inform our advocacy efforts regarding the Cashless Retailers Act.
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ICYMI:
Passed in 2020 and taking effect last year, the law requires all businesses to accept cash. This legislation’s goal is to ensure that individuals with limited access to banking can purchase essential goods and services.
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Yes, But:
The new law takes effect when both the availability of electronic payments and public safety concerns are at all time highs. It was paused until January 2025 as part of the Secure DC public safety bill.
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Sound Off:
This survey is for all District businesses – whether or not you currently accept cash.
Share your input today
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Level Up with Educated Eats Scholarship
Did you know that the RAMW Educated Eats Foundation offers scholarships of up to $5,000 to working professionals and students?
Mi Vida Industry Nights Start Sunday
Mi Vida, RAMMYS 2024 Winner for Favorite Gathering Place, wants to give back to the RAMW community by hosting Hospitality Industry Nights!
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When:
Sundays and Mondays 7:30 pm to close
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Of Course:
20% off food and beverage
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Let’s Make a Deal:
Show ID and proof of employment
Asian Night Market Vendor Applications Now Open
Vendors Needed
- The Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs (MOAPIA) and the DC Department of Small & Local Business Development (DSLBD) are excited to announce the Asian Night Market Pop-Up to kick off Dine All Night.
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Count Me In:
Thursday, Sep. 19 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Big Picture:
Vendors will provide 1-3 menu items with set pricing. MOAPIA will also cover the cost of free samples. For more info contact
akina.harada@dc.gov
or 202-727-3120
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Next:
Apply Here by Sep. 3
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URAWarrior Mental Wellness App Launch with Founding Farmers
URAWarrior is a mental wellness digital app and movement to destigmatize mental wellness support in the hospitality industry. They are launching a mental wellness app
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When:
Tuesday, Sep. 10 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
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Where:
Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers, 3000 K Street NW Washington, DC 20007
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Cost:
Free.
Reserve your spot
Reminder: Free Narcan Kits Now Available
RAMW has partnered with the District Department of Behavioral Health to distribute free naloxone kits – also known as Narcan, to District restaurants, bars, and event venues.
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What Is It?
When administered in time, Narcan can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
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Deeper Dive?
The District is third in the US in opioid deaths.
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What About Training?
No, Medical knowledge or training is not needed to administer Narcan. Learn more on the video at the end of
this page
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Order Now:
Order your Narcan kit
here
. Materials are available in English and Spanish and mailed within 7 days.
Reminder: Submit Your Claim for Payment Card Settlement
If you accepted Visa or Mastercard credit or debit cards between 2004 and 2019, you may be eligible to receive a portion of a $6 billion settlement.
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Why it Matters:
You may have been overcharged with interchange fees.
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Claim Your Share:
To learn more and submit a claim, visit the
official Payment Card Settlement
site. The deadline to file a claim is Aug 30.
WE RESCUE! Returns Sep. 12 to H Street
RAMW Allied Member Food Rescue US - DC hosts its annual fundraiser 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm Sep. 12 at the Gallery O on H.
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What to Know:
Food Rescue disrupts food waste by collecting surplus meals from restaurants, caterers, and markets to give it to community centers and other groups, who distribute the meals to families and individuals in the DMV in need.
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Get Involved:
RAMW and several members are proud Food Rescue supporters. Sponsorship opportunities and tickets are still available. Learn more and
add your support today
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In-Person Outreach Has Begun for 2024 DC Small Business Census
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After reaching out to businesses by phone, survey takers have moved on to in-person outreach.
If you have not already responded to the census, survey takers wearing a white polo that says “Census Survey Team” may visit your business in person.
If your business is closed or if no staff present are able to respond to the survey, they will leave a leave-behind flyer at your place of business with a unique login ID to respond to the census. You can take the survey in your own time by visiting
dcsmallbusinesscensus.com
and entering your unique login ID.
More information can be found at
dmped.dc.gov/sbc
. Business owners may reach out to the project team with any questions at
DCSmallBusinessCensus@bbcresearch.com
or at the contact information listed on the project website.
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Columbia Road Bus Priority Project Construction Update
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Construction has begun on the Columbia Road Bus Priority Project.
Work will be weather dependent and began with site prep work. The first phase of construction will occur between Connecticut Avenue and 18th Street.
Work will be completed in two phases:
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Phase 1 is west of 18th Street
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Phase 2 is east of 18th Street
The parking regulations changes on side streets will be implemented concurrently with Phase 1 concrete work through the whole corridor.
The first step will be concrete work in Phase 1:
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Work will begin near Columbia and California and they will generally work northeast from there
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Each of the following elements will take about seven days, but weather and possible streetcar tracks embedded deep in roadway foundation may extend that timeline: Six boarding platforms; Two pedestrian refuges
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If Phase 1 concrete work moves quickly (streetcar tracks minimally impact construction duration), work on Phase 2 concrete work will begin immediately. If Phase 1 concrete work is slow, Phase 2 may not begin until Spring 2025. (Pavement markings cannot be installed in cold weather, so DDOT will not begin work if there is a risk we will not be able to finish before winter.)
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After concrete work, any necessary roadway resurfacing will be completed. That should last less than two weeks.
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Lastly, all of the new pavement markings, vertical barriers, and signs will be installed.
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Construction of Phase 1 could be complete before October, but if there are substantial delays, it will extend into November.
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Phase 2 will follow the same progression of items 3, 5, and 6 above. However, it should move faster because there are only two boarding platforms and one pedestrian refuge. I will provide an update once that is ready to move forward.
The construction process can be frustrating and we appreciate your patience over the coming months.
Link to download plans
To learn more about the project visit the
project website
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Take the Climate Ready DC 2.0 Survey
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The climate is changing. Precipitation, flooding, and extreme heat are becoming more frequent and more extreme in the District of Columbia.
Community feedback is an important part of hearing how these changes affect life in the District and understanding what government can do to help the city and its residents prepare.
As the District strives to reduce our contributions to global climate change by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions, we must also prepare for a new climate future.
The Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) and the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA) are revising
Climate Ready DC
and the Climate Action chapter of
Resilient DC
. When completed, these updated documents will create a roadmap for how District government can best ensure that District residents, businesses, infrastructure and environment can thrive in the face of climate change.
DOEE wants to hear from you to make sure the new strategies to be included in Climate Ready DC 2.0 are right. DOEE and HSEMA invite you to share your stories and thoughts by taking the survey, finding us at upcoming events, or signing up for email updates about the project on our website.
Take the
Climate Ready DC 2.0 Survey
today!
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"Waste Not Want Not" Food Waste Line of Credit by EatsPlace & DSLBD
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EatsPlace and the District of Columbia’s Department of Small and Local Business Development’s (DSLBD) recently launched a Business Microline of Credit Program and Food Waste Innovation Initiative. It offers DC-based businesses a unique opportunity to turn food waste into profits. Under this program, EatsPlace’s "Waste Not Want Not" line of credit funds innovative solutions to reduce food waste. Eligible items include (but are not limited to):
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Equipment upgrades
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Refrigerators
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Freezers
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Blast chillers
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Vacuum sealers
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Dehydrators
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Inventory management
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Mobile computers
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Scanners
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Temperature loggers
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Storage solutions
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Bulk purchasing
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Serving equipment
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Transportation
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A new idea that helps preserve profits and food!
This line of credit is designed to give small businesses the financial flexibility for growth opportunities. Here are some key features of the line of credit:
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Flexible Credit Limits:
Businesses can access funds up to their approved limit, only paying interest on the amount they use.
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Easy Application Process:
The online application is straightforward, with quick approvals and transparent terms.
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Low 6% fixed interest rate. No application fee. No documentation fee. No origination fee.
This line of credit can be a valuable resource for businesses looking to maintain cash flow, invest in new projects, or cover unexpected expenses.
EatsPlace is hosting online information and application guidance sessions:
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Introduction to the Waste Not Want Not Line of Credit:
Tuesday, August 27, 10:00AM to 11:00AM (EST). Registration:
https://tinyurl.com/5y23nx9d
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Application Guidance to the Waste Not Want Not Line of Credit:
Tuesday, September 10, 11:00AM to 12:00 Noon (EST). Registration:
https://tinyurl.com/38ffa5v5
For more information or to apply,
click here
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Webinar: SBA-FDIC Money Smart Series
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The Small Business Administration (SBA) in partnership with the Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a free webinar, Money Smart for Small Business: Risk Management for a Small Business.
David Hincapie, from the Washington Metro Area District Office of the SBA, will present the module.
Wednesday 4 September, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Click here
to reserve your spot.
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DC Small Biz Help Workshop: Summer 2024 Calendar
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Have you heard? The new
DCSmallBizHelp.com
is here! CNHED is excited to announce the relaunch of
DCSmallBizHelp
, a one-stop resource hub to help plan, start, and grow your small business. The newly revamped website connects small businesses to various services, programs, lenders, and government agencies in the District.
Check out the upcoming training and knowledge building opportunities in
CNHED's DC Small Business Help Workshop Calendar
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Black in Business: Get Ready, Get Funded
Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking (DISB)
August 27, 2024 @ 4:30 | 1110 Oak Drive SE
Celebrate Black Business Month with the DC Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking in an event to empower residents to start and grow small businesses.
FREE |
REGISTER HERE
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FY24 Business Funding Opportunities
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New and ongoing funding opportunities from the DC Government:
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Creative and Open Space Modernization Tax Rebate
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Open for Applications
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Special Event Relief Fund
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Open for Applications
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Vitality Fund
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Open for Applications
Go to
ObviouslyDC.com
for more information on all of these programs.
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💸Queer to Stay: Resources for LGBTQ+ Business Owners
Amount: Free Business Coaching
Apply by August 31st
Learn more here
This program is designed to support LGBTQ+ small businesses, especially those owned by and designed for LGBTQ+ people of color, women and the transgender community.
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💸Boundless Future Foundation: EmpowerHer Grants
Award: Variable
Deadline: August 31st
Learn more here
Financial and leadership resources for aspiring female entrepreneurs building businesses to solve today's biggest social issues so they can have a boundless impact in society.
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💸Fast Break for Small Business
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: September 13th
Learn more here
In collaboration with the NBA, WNBA, and NBA G League, offers small business owners and entrepreneurs the chance to win a $10,000 grant and/or up to $500 in LegalZoom products and services.
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💸Foot Locker Foundation Community Empowerment Program
Award: $25,000-$100,000
Deadline: September 30th
Learn more here
LISC and Foot Locker, Inc. are launching a fourth round of grants for the Foot Locker Foundation Community Empowerment Program, which funds nonprofit community organizations offering a range of services for young people, including health and wellness, education and life skills, mentoring, and career development.
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💸Funding for Latino-Owned Businesses
Are you interested in starting or expanding your business? Our team of business coaches can provide you with one-on-one advice and training to help you manage and grow your business.
Apply online
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💸 Amazon Black Business Accelerator
The Amazon Black Business Accelerator is dedicated to helping build sustainable equity and growth for Black entrepreneurs by enabling their success as sellers.
More information
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💸 2024 Amber WomensNet's Grant
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: Rolling
Learn more here
In 1998, we gave our first Amber Grant in honor of 19-year old Amber Wigdahl, who died before fulfilling her business dreams. Today, we award three $10,000 Amber Grants each month. And three of our 36 monthly winners get an additional $25,000 Year-End Amber Grant.
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Additional Funding Opportunities:
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Small Business Resource Center
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DC APEX Accelerators help businesses
DC APEX Accelerator
offers personalized business counseling and competitive insights for navigating the government contracting process successfully.
If you already have experience working on government contracts and are looking for help to secure other contracts, we are available to help. At the DC APEX Accelerator, businesses get help with strategies to pursue state, local, and federal government contracts.
The full calendar of upcoming events can be found
here
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsor one of our community events! Partner with our community while reaching some of the city's most desirable demographics. For details, contact
Kristen Barden
at
202-997-0783.
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BOARD MEETINGS
The Board of Directors of the Adams Morgan Partnership Business Improvement District meets on the second Tuesday of every month (except August, October, and December).
Meetings are currently being held online as well as in-person (hybrid) and begin at 5pm.
Our Annual Meeting is held in March. Contact
Brian Barrie
for information about attending board meetings.
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Adams Morgan Partnership
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