official twitter page: #MadeinDC: The Made in DC Program, by @smallbizdc, supports + promotes the city's designers, producers, manufacturers and makers.
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#ICYMI— The Made in DC Curator & Retail Innovation Grant is NOW OPEN! 🎉
Up to $25K is available for eligible retail pop-up curators to support MiDC-certified businesses💰
Questions? Join us for a Q/A session tomorrow, 4/22 at 11:00 AM 📌
Register now➡️ tr.ee/keTxqN
Calling all DC makers!
Apply for the FY26 Made in DC Retail Innovation Grant to create pop-up retail spaces for DC makers—especially those without storefronts.
💰 Up to $25k in funding available
🗓 Deadline: May 13th at 2PM
Learn more: dslbd.dc.gov/midcretailgrant
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Calling all DC makers!
Apply for the FY26 Made in DC Retail Innovation Grant to create pop-up retail spaces for DC makers—especially those without storefronts.
💰 Up to $25k in funding available
🗓 Deadline: May 13th at 2PM
Learn more: dslbd.dc.gov/midcretailgrant
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Nothing beats bringing DC makers together!
Our Made in DC event connected certified businesses with resources, partners, and each other to grow + thrive.
Thanks to @AtlasBrewWorks for hosting the networking mixer.
Get Made in DC certified: dslbd.dc.gov/madeindc
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🎤COUNTDOWN: 16 days until the #DowntownDCHolidayMarket returns!🎁
Under @MayorBowser’s commitment to #smallbusiness growth & vibrant downtown, this beloved marketplace brings residents & visitors together to support local & celebrate the makers who shape DC’s creative spirit ❤️
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August is #BlackBusinessMonth— a time to honor the legacy, resilience, and innovation of Black-owned businesses across DC. 🖤
This month, we invite you to celebrate and support Black-owned businesses that help power our city’s creative and economic landscape. #SupportLocal
Special thanks to #FlowersByAlexes for hosting a beautifully curated Mother’s Day Market featuring @thisisMadeinDC maker businesses. We are proud to support DC’s creative entrepreneurs—not just during #DCSBW, but every day! 👏🏽♥️
#SupportMakers #ShopSmall #MadeInDC
Last week, we celebrated the entrepreneurs, makers & innovators driving growth across the District during DC Small Biz Week 🌟 From open houses to grand openings, #DSLBD was proud to lead the charge to show up for the small biz community in big ways! 🎊📈 #DCSBW #TogetherDC
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The countdown is over— DC Small Business Week 2025 starts now! From May 5–10, @SmallBizDC is leading a week of events to support and celebrate DC’s entrepreneurs.🎊
Join us May 7 for our Open House & Pitch Competition at MLK Library. Register: dslbd.dc.gov/dcsmallbusiness…
#DCSBW2025
LAST CALL ⏰ Submit your pitch application TODAY by 2 PM EST for a chance to win $2,500 for your maker business during DC Small Business Week! 📈
➡️ dslbd.dc.gov/SBWPitch2025
Calling all makers! 🎙️🗣️ Apply by Monday, April 28th at 2 PM for your chance to win up to $2,500 in growth funding for maker business!💰♥️
➡️ dslbd.dc.gov/sbwpitch2025
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Calling all makers! 🎙️🗣️ Apply by Monday, April 28th at 2 PM for your chance to win up to $2,500 in growth funding for maker business!💰♥️
➡️ dslbd.dc.gov/sbwpitch2025
Did you apply yet? ⏰ Eligible DC entrepreneurs can pitch your biz live at DSLBD’s Open House on May 7th at @dcpl’s MLK Library for a chance to win up to $2,500 during DC Small Business Week!💰
📌Apply by April 28 at 2PM EST. To learn more & apply, visit: dslbd.dc.gov/SBWPITCH2025
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Applications are now open! 🌟 Turn your dreams into reality with DSLBD’s #DreamAccelerator Program— where #Ward7 & #Ward8 entrepreneurs receive 8 weeks of expert-led biz training & up to $7,500 in funds!
⏰ Apply by May 14, 2025 at 2 PM EST
➡️ Learn more: dslbd.dc.gov/dreampitch
Calling all makers! 🎙️🗣️ Apply by Monday, April 28th at 2 PM for your chance to win up to $2,500 in growth funding for maker business!💰♥️
➡️ dslbd.dc.gov/sbwpitch2025
Did you apply yet? ⏰ Eligible DC entrepreneurs can pitch your biz live at DSLBD’s Open House on May 7th at @dcpl’s MLK Library for a chance to win up to $2,500 during DC Small Business Week!💰
📌Apply by April 28 at 2PM EST. To learn more & apply, visit: dslbd.dc.gov/SBWPITCH2025
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Monday, April 14 is the last day to apply for three of DMPED’s grant programs: Great Streets Retail, Locally Made, and Emerging Retail Initiative.
Apply TODAY by visiting obviouslydc.com .
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One week until DC's Emancipation Day Celebration! 🎶
Tell your friends, bring your neighbors, and RSVP for the whole your family. Don't miss our all-star concert and celebration next weekend:
🗓️Sun, Apr 13
⏰Everything kicks off at 2PM
📍Freedom Plaza
🔗Emancipation.dc.gov
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Go-Go Artists Community Meet & Greet
Monday, April 7th
1 pm - 3 pm
Come join CAH for a Go-Go Community Meet & Greet. We invite you to come ask questions about our resources and share your thoughts on how CAH can further support the Go-Go Community.
bit.ly/GoGoMeeting
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🚨 Calling all East of the River small businesses! 🚨
The BRIDGE SPOT MOBILE Small Business Kiosk Preservation Program is back for its third year, and we’ve got BIG news—we’ve added an extra kiosk! That means double the opportunity for local entrepreneurs to vend!!
@SmallBizDC – at Washington, DC
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Calling all entrepreneurs, non-profit leaders, and business executives! 📣
Invest in your career, network, and professional development by joining @DCMOWPI for Ingredients for Doing Business in the District:
🗓️Wed, Mar 12
⏰2PM
📍Merrill Lynch
🔗tinyurl.com/MOWPILetHerCook
Did you hear? 🎉 We kicked off Q1 with incredible results—over $50K in sales for 31 artisans at the #DowntownHolidayMarket! This is just the beginning. Stay tuned for more opportunities to #shoplocal & grow DC’s maker community this year. #MadeInDC ♥️
We are #DCProud to support our local makers at the #DowntownHolidayMarket! This year the #MadeInDC booth doubled sales, bringing in over $50K for 31 artisans. By creating visibility & revenue opportunities, we’re continuing to help DC’s makers thrive! #iBuyDC ♥️
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⏳ Only 2 Days Left to Apply! 🕒 Don’t miss your opportunity to apply for the #CBEGreenGrants and grow your Certified Business Enterprise this year!🌱⚡
📅 Deadline: Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, at 2 PM EST
Apply now! ➡️ dslbd.dc.gov/cbegreengrant
🌱 Exciting News! #DSLBD, in partnership with @DOEE_DC, has launched the CBE #AllThingsGreenGrants to help certified business enterprises grow in the green energy market! 📌 Deadline: Friday, February 14, 2025, at 2 PM EST
➡️ Learn more & apply: dslbd.dc.gov/cbegreengrant
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Grab your spot for our 2nd Annual MPD Women’s Conference! The free conference is open to men and women of all professions who are interested in networking and fostering personal and professional development.
Register by 2/21/25.host.regform.com/mpd-womens-…
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For DC CBEs, the FY25 #GreenBook is your guide to accessing over $1B+ in government contracting opportunities! Gain insights on procurement goals, connect with agencies, and grow your business. 📈📗 Don’t miss out!
➡️ To learn more & RSVP visit: dslbd.dc.gov/greenbook
DC's guide to supporting small and local businesses is almost here!📗
If you're looking for resources to start or grow your business, we encourage you to join us to launch the FY25 DC Greenbook:
🗓️Thur, Jan 30
⏰11AM
📍Union Station, Main Hall
➡️FY25DCGreenBook.eventbrite.c…
