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News and resources to help your business thrive

In this issue:

• Main Street Announcements

• Important Business Announcements

• Grant & Funding Opportunities

• Workshops, Webinars & Resources

Main Street Announcements

Hello TMS Family

We are looking for businesses to participate in our Holiday Scavenger Hunt! Many community members have been excited about the prospect of the Yeti returning to Tenleytown. Email for details.

See you in Tenleytown!

Noah Getz
Executive Director

execdir@tenleytownmainstreet.org

Important Business Updates

DC Pro Bono Law Center: Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinic

November 14th, 11:30-1:30pm,

Georgetown Capital One Cafe

Learn more here

If you are an existing or aspiring small business owner, meet one-on-one with attorneys at this brief advice legal clinic. Get answers to questions about business formation, contracts, leases, intellectual property, employment law, or any other legal matters related to running a small business. Even if you do not have specific questions, come tell us about your business for general advice. The attorneys may be able to address issues before they become problems!

Streatery Public Space Committee Hearing on November 14

The proposed draft guidelines that outline new design requirements and permit processes that all food establishments will need to follow once adopted have been released. DDOT will also be leading a series of targeted stakeholder information sessions to walk through the proposed guidelines in more detail. If you currently have an active temporary streatery permit (e.g., Parklet or Other Special Event), DDOT will extend your permit from December 31, 2024 to July 31, 2025. This extension is meant to allow you to time to apply for a new public space permit from DDOT under the permanent program and bring your streateries into compliance with the new guidance, while still able to operate under your current plan.

Learn more here

The DC Parking Cashout Law

The reporting dashboard is now open! All District employers with 20+ employees, offering PARKING SPACES,  must report their compliance with or exemption from the law by January 15, 2025. If you’ve never reported before, you’ll need to determine if you qualify for an exemption or if you need to choose and implement one of the compliance options below.  

Find a full list of exemptions on DC GoGo: Parking Cashout Law Information.  

If you reported before, you must do so again this year.

Find more information Learn more here.

DC Business Census

The DC Business Census is still open. Make sure your business is heard!

Fill out the survey here

The Corporate Transparency Act

The CTA mandates that small businesses and certain entities report beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Small businesses should be aware that the CTA applies to most entities with fewer than 20 employees or less than $5 million in revenue, except for certain exempted companies. Reporting deadlines: companies formed before January 1, 2024, must file their initial reports by January 1, 2025, while entities formed on or after January 1, 2024, have 30 days from the date of formation to report.

Understanding and Complying with the Federal Corporate Transparency Act

Legal Compliance Resources

Keep your business compliant with state and federal business laws. Your legal responsibilities will depend on your business and location.

Internal requirements

Comply before they buy

Ongoing state filing requirements

Ongoing federal filing requirements

Licenses, permits, and recertification

CNHED Small Biz Help Website Re-Launch

The Coalition for Non-profit Housing and Economic Development has re-launched their helpful business support website, serving as a hub for the DC small businesses ecosystem.

CNHED Small Biz Resource Hub

CNHED Small Biz Cale

Current Grant Opportunities

If you would like help preparing your application for any of these opportunities please contact Tenleytown Main Street at info@tenleytownmainstreet.org.

Sephora Beauty Grant

Amount: $100,000

Deadline: November 15th

Learn more here

Sephora is back with the second annual Sephora Beauty Grant, awarding one Black business owner within the beauty industry a $100,000 grant to unlock the next level of growth and potential for your brand!

Verizon Digital Ready Superfan Grant

Amount: $25,000 + Trip to the Super Bowl

Deadline: November 22nd

Learn more here

Three Digital Ready superfans will be chosen as grantees to take part in a special small business event during February’s Super Bowl LIX Week and attend the big game. Grantees will also receive a $25,000 grant from LISC.

Faire Small Biz Grant

Amount: $5,000

Deadline: November 30th

Learn more here

The grant is open to independent retail stores who are based in the US, and started their business in 2023-2024 or plan to open in 2024.

Coach K Legacy Grant

Amount: $2,500

Deadline: December 10th

Learn more here

Coach K is giving away $2,500 every quarter to help aspiring entrepreneurs & existing business owners take their businesses to the next level.

Verizon Digital Ready

Amount: $10,000

Deadline: December 13th

Learn more here

Sign up for Verizon Small Business Digital Ready, complete any combination of two courses, coaching events, and community events and apply by December 13th. Not only will you be eligible to apply for a $10k grant but you’ll benefit from free access to business courses, live coaching sessions led by industry experts, and insightful resources.

Secretsos Grant

Amount: $2500

Deadline: December 31st

Learn more here

This grant focuses on the entrepreneurs often overlooked by traditional investment sources – from those who are just starting out to those primed for explosive growth, Secretsos™ is here to offer accessible, substantial support.

Amplifier Grant
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: Rolling
Learn more here
Since 2016 we’ve amplified the individuals, businesses & orgs who are boots on the ground everyday trying to make the world a better place. We’re proud to launch The Amplifier Grant as the next extension of that work, awarding at least $5,000 in funds every season.

HerSuiteSpot Hustler Microgrant

Amount: $1,000

Deadline: Rolling

Learn more here

HerSuiteSpot mission is simple: to provide grants and invaluable resources to promising small businesses across the United States. With applications open each month, the process is straightforward and dynamic. $10 application fee.

Honeycomb Community Credit Funding

Learn more here

Business owners who launch a Honeycomb investment offering get funding, community buy-in, and give everyone the chance to invest in locally owned businesses.

LEDC Funding for Hispanic & Latino Owned Businesses

Learn more here

Are you interested in starting or expanding your business? The LEDC team of business coaches can provide you with one-on-one advice and training to help manage and grow your business.

LISC Entrepreneurs of Color Fund

Learn more here

The Entrepreneurs of Color Fund was designed to better connect business owners to affordable, flexible capital. Complete the questionnaire in the link below to help us get to know your business.  

US Chamber of Commerce Funding Resources

Learn more here

The US Chamber of Commerce offers options to help secure the funds you need to start or grow your business debt-free.

Venturize Small Business Lending Platform

Learn more here

Venturize is a resource hub for small business owners that need help accessing tools and information to sustain and grow their business, offering education and resources to help bolster businesses and empower business owners to make informed financing decisions.

Walmart & Spark Local Goods: Non Profit Funding

Learn more here

Walmart believes that strengthening local communities creates value for business as well as society. Each year, Walmart U.S. stores, Sam’s Clubs and Distribution Centers award local cash grants ranging from $250 to $5000. These local grants are designed to address the unique needs of the communities where we operate.

Wish Local Empowerment Grant

Learn more here

Wish Local is a series of programs that allows small businesses to partner with Wish. This program will only be open to Black-owned stores, to help promote equality and diversity in American business.

Webinars, Workshops & Resources

All events are free unless otherwise indicated.

ABCA ID Compliance

November 4th, 10am

Learn more here

Business Branding 101 – How To Create Your Brand Strategy

November 7th, 12:00pm

Learn more here

Selling a Business

November 7th, 12:00pm

Learn more here

Branding and Products

November 12th, 7:00pm

Learn more here

Designing a Great Website and Creating Content

November 19th, 7:00pm

Learn more here

Building and Protecting Your Brand with Amazon

November 5th, 12:00pm

Learn more here

Commercial Leasing: Avoiding Pitfalls and Landmines

November 8th. 12:00pm

Learn more here

Grow Your Business with YouTube

November 13th, 10:00am

Learn more here

Creating a Quick Business Plan

November 13th, 12:00pm

Learn more here

Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan

November 20th, 12:00pm

Learn more here

Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business

November 21st, 12:00pm

Learn more here

Developing Financial Projections for Your New Small Business

November 22nd, 12:00pm

Learn more here

SBRC One-on-One Call Session: “Talk Business After Hours”

Wednesdays by appointment between 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Learn more here

Business Diagnostic Check – In Person Wednesday’s

Wednesdays by appointment between 10:00am – 3:00pm

Learn more here

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Amazon Black Business Accelerator

Create a Professional selling account and certify your business as Black-owned to unlock a suite of resources that can help you find success in Amazon’s store with up to $500 in benefits.

Learn more here

BOA Start Pivot Grow

Bank of America has launched its Access to Capital Connector providing businesses with access to capital, mentoring, and support.

Learn more here

CameraConnect DC

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.

Learn more here

Chase Coaching for Business

Free business resources from Chase banking

Learn more here

Connect2Capital Financial Education Center

Free on-demand resources and business essentials like developing a business plan, producing financial statements, or obtaining business credit.

Learn more here

FSC First: Small Business Resources

Our expansion of services features portfolio management, loan servicing expertise, wealth management, financial education, a diverse range of financing programs and revolving loan funds.

Learn more here

HerSuiteSpot Business Coaching for Women

HerSuiteSpot is a digital platform + membership community providing business training and business coaching to women of color founders, startups, side hustlers and small business owners that enables them develop their business plans, build their brands, reach their goals, increase their revenue and get access to funding.

Learn more here

LISC Child Care Providers Guidebook

This playbook is intended to help business development organizations (BDO), community navigators, partners, stakeholders, and funders understand the child care industry, the ongoing challenges child care programs face today, and how to help providers become more stable and financially sustainable.

Learn more here

Score Mentor

SCORE can help you start, grow or successfully exit a business. Small business owners who receive three or more hours of mentoring report higher revenues and increased growth.

Learn more here

US Black Chamber of Commerce

Free one-on-one financial counseling assistance

Learn more here

United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: Free Business Counseling

USHCC business advisors are bilingual and waiting to help you start, grow, or scale your business. All services are free, and the program is open to the public.

Learn more here

VISA Small Business Hub

Visa has launched a resource hub with useful solutions for your small business – find tools, resources and advice to help you run and grow your business.

Learn more here
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Useful Business Links

Association of Women’s Business Centers

Bamboo: A to Z Management Performance Guide

Finding Retail Space For Your Business

How to Choose Small Business Insurance

How to Get a Small Business Loan: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Pitch Your Startup to Investors – A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Write a One-Page Business Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide

Loans, Grants and Other Funding Options for Hispanic-Owned Businesses

Paid Family Leave Legal Resources for Nonprofits & Small Businesses

Mastering Shopify for Small Business Owners (Recording)

Navigating Election Season: A Restaurant’s Guide to Preparedness and Public Demonstrations

Navy Federal Free Personalized Finance Counseling

SBA Business Emergency Preparedness

SBA: Business Resilience Guide

SBA Small Business Resource Guide

SCORE: Creating Legal Contracts

SCORE: Creating a Quick Business Plan Materials

SCORE: Hiring a Lawyer for Your Small Business

SBA: Manage your Business & Stay Legally Compliant

SCORE: Website Planning 101

Small Business Resources to Tackle Childcare

Step-by-Step Email Marketing Guide For Your Business

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