April 17, 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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AdMo Art Walk continues through April 30
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Adams Morgan will soon become your own personal art gallery thanks to the
AdMo Art Walk
, a free, fun way to experience art brought to you by the
Adams Morgan Partnership BID
, The
DC Arts Center
, local artists, and neighborhood businesses! Walk the streets of Adams Morgan and admire an impressive selection of local artwork displayed in storefronts through April 30. Thanks to overwhelming support from the community since the event’s initial launch in 2020, the Art Walk continues to gain momentum – which enables us to bring you the biggest event yet with 19 participating businesses and 23 local artists.
Each Saturday throughout the event, The DC Arts Center will be offering
FREE guided walking tours
of the AdMo Art Walk making brief stops at each location to discuss the artwork, artist, and local businesses. Space is limited so please
reserve your spot here
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AMPBID Coffee Hour Thursday Afternoon at Venture X
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Thursday, April 18; 3:30-5pm
The Adams Morgan Partnership BID invites our business community to Coffee Hour! This is a free, informal event that offers businesses an opportunity to chat with BID staff, ask questions, learn about community news, introduce yourself, connect with neighbors, and more. This monthly in-person event will take place at Venture X located at 1763 Columbia Road NW.
Your RSVP is requested
for planning purposes, although not required. Walk-ins are welcome.
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Save the Date! Spring PorchFest is set for Saturday, May 4
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We'll have more details as we get closer but we've set the date for the spring edition of DC's favorite neighborhood music festival -- Adams Morgan PorchFest! It'll happen on
Saturday, May 4 from 2pm - 6pm
, and we're working to make it the best one yet!
We've received tentative approval from the city to close 18th Street for the event again!
Want to participate?
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Volunteers
: It takes a lot of people to make Adams Morgan PorchFest a success and we couldn't do it without our volunteers. If you're interested in helping out (at PorchFest or our other events) please fill out
this form
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Businesses:
Participate in our wristband discount program to drive foot traffic to your door.
Click here
to register.
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Venture X is hosting a monthly networking breakfast, a fantastic opportunity to connect with business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals, build meaningful relationships, and discover potential clients.
Where:
Venture X (1763 Columbia Road NW)
When:
Thursday, May 23rd, 8:30AM-9:30AM
Remember to bring your business cards and be ready to share a quick elevator pitch about your business. Stay and work for the day in DC’s newest coworking space. This event is FREE. Please kindly register using
this link
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If you have any questions, please reach out to
sari.postal@venturex.com
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Mayor Bowser's 7th Annual Spring Cleanup:
Saturday, April 27 at Unity Park
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The month of April presents organizations, individuals, and communities with the unique opportunity to take action across the district for Earth month. Mayor Muriel Bowser calls on all DC residents to get out and help keep DC trash free by participating in one of our 8 Districtwide cleanups. You can participate individually, with your family, or host a small group with your friends and neighbors!
WARD 1 location is at Unity Park – 1771-1795 Columbia Rd. NW
Register to participate here
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Vote now
for the Washington City Paper's
Best of DC 2024
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The public's support means the world to your favorite Adams Morgan businesses and
voting for them
helps get the word out to the whole DMV about how great they are. Businesses need your support now more than ever and voting for them is a quick, easy, and free way to show your support.
And while you're at it, don't forget to vote for your favorite DC BID (that's
us
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Registration is open for Bike To Work Day
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Bike to Work Day is set for Friday, May 17
and our Adams Morgan Pit Stop will be set up in Unity Park from 7:30am - 9:30am. The first 16,000 who register and attend this free event will receive a T-shirt. We'll have refreshments and other goodies for you to enjoy and we'll be joined by some of our community partners.
Register Now
and you'll be entered into a raffle for a chance at winning a free bike! We’ll also be joined by
Venture X
and other neighborhood businesses.
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My Sister's Place, 45th Anniversary Celebration
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Join
My Sister's Place
(MSP) in commemorating this milestone at the anniversary event on May 15, 2024, at the historic Decatur House. Hosted by Shawn Yancy of NBC Washington News, the evening features survivor testimonials, volunteer recognitions, live music by Taisha Estrada, and delicious food and cocktails by Founding Farmers. Support MSP’s critical programs and help them raise funds in the face of government budget cuts.
Click here
for more information on attending and/or sponsoring the event.
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DC Water Rate Adjustment Virtual Briefing to Business Community Partners
Thu, Apr 18, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT) -
Click here to join the event
In preparation for this year’s rate adjustment, DC Water will host a virtual briefing for business community partners with an update on the work DC Water is doing in the community, while preparing you with the necessary information that you will need in addressing any community questions or concerns regarding the upcoming rate adjustment.
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Project Update For Your Area-Small Diameter Water Main Replacement Project
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Week of April 15
Belmont Road NW, between Columbia Road NW and 18
th
Street NW
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Monday, April 15 – Friday, April 19
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We will also be performing some restoration activities at this location
Please keep in mind that these construction activities are highly dependent upon favorable weather conditions. Questions should be directed to Director of Community Affairs Emanuel D. Briggs, (202) 787-2003 or
emanuel.briggs@dcwater.com
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CameraConnect DC,
the Metropolitan Police Department’s new community camera sharing program, gives residents, business owners, institutions, and others an additional way to help police solve crime in their neighborhood. It is clear that video footage helps MPD investigators effectively solve cases, so increasing our awareness and ability to obtain footage from more locations increases our ability to combat and solve crime.
The program offers two ways community members, businesses, hotels, and other institutions can help police to make our communities safer:
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FOR RESIDENTS:
By registering your camera system — such as a doorbell camera or private CCTV system — giving officers advance knowledge of available sources of evidence should a crime occur near your location. Registration is free.
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FOR COMMERCIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS:
By registering and making your system available for instant access should a threat or incident occur near your location. This approach leverages new technology to allow camera feeds from businesses, multifamily dwellings, and commercial facilities to be shared with MPD’s Real Time Crime Center for live viewing of threats and crimes as they occur.
Click here
for more information on the program.
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You’re invited to participate in the D.C. Policy Center’s Business Sentiments Survey
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Last week, the D.C. Policy Center launched the second round of the Business Sentiments Survey. The survey should take no longer than 20 minutes to complete, and will remain open until 11:59 PM EST on Tuesday, April 30, 2024.
The goal of the Business Sentiments Survey is to provide a detailed, comprehensive picture of what the business community is experiencing to elected officials, the media, and the broader community. For more information and to see the results of the first round of the Business Sentiments Survey,
click here
.
Click here
to complete the survey.
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Need Business Tips? Register for SBA's Virtual Summit
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The National Small Business Week 2-day virtual summit is happening Tuesday, April 30 – Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
This year’s event will include educational presentations by experts, exhibit booths, free business resources, multiple peer-to-peer networking rooms, and expert business advice from SCORE mentors.
The event is free to attend for both established and aspiring business owners. However,
you must first register
to gain entry.
Click here
to download a pdf version of the schedule.
Click here
to register.
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Small Biz Help Workshop: Spring 2024 Calendar
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Spring is in full bloom! Is your business reaching new levels of growth this spring? This is a great time to improve your business. Please check out CNHED's
DC Small Business Help Workshop Calendar
. This resource aims to coordinate and share the myriad of workshops, trainings and programs offered to local entrepreneurs and small businesses, and centralize the information in one place to make it easier for small businesses to find.
Let them know what resources, assistance, and information you need to support your business by emailing
csmallbizcalendar@cnhed.org
.
View the Workshop Calendar
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Navigating the Landscape of Access to Capital for DC Businesses
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Save the date --
May 1, 2024, from 2 PM to 5 PM
-- for this interactive, in-person workshop from DSLBD's Inno.ED team! Learn how to find capital for your DC business and create a funding-readiness strategy using our District Capitalized Passport. Detailed agenda to come.
Hosted by the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD)'s Innovation and Equitable Development team, in partnership with DC Public Library's Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library in the auditorium at 901 G Street NW.
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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Downtown Recovery Grant
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Open for Applications
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Inclusive Innovation Equity Impact Fund
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Open for Applications
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Locally Made Manufacturing Grant
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Open for Applications
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Neighborhood Prosperity Fund
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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
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Walter Reed Retail Opportunity Grant
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Opening February 2024
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All Things Green Grant (DSLBD)
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Open for Applications
Go to
ObviouslyDC.com
for more information on all of these programs.
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Upcoming DC Chamber Events
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SAVE THE DATE! Small Business Summit
The DC Chamber of Commerce 2024 Small Business Summit will convene leaders from across local & federal governments and the small business industry for a deep dive into the state of the District of Columbia’s small business industry and the future vision, policy, and programs for all businesses. Join us and be a part of shaping the future of small businesses in DC and beyond! Registrations are now open and sponsorships are available. This is an opportunity you won't want to miss!
WHEN:
April 30, 2024 / 7:30 am to 3:30 pm
WHERE:
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
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💸Shea Moisture Grant
Black-owned businesses who are registered and based in the U.S, in operation for at least two years, with at least $25,000 in annual revenue, are eligible.
More information
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💸Accion Opportunity Fund
The Accion Opportunity Fund grants small business loans ranging from $5,000-$250,000, along with educational resources, coaching, and support networks in both English and Spanish. This program offers mentorship programs, microloans, and a hubzone program for small business owners’ financial needs.
More information
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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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💸 Wish Local Empowerment Program
Wish is dedicating a $2M dollar fund to give roughly 4,000 Wish Local small business grants for black-owned biz. The selected recipients will receive between $500 - $2000. This program will only be open to Black-owned stores to help promote equality and diversity.
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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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 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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