The Restaurant Resilience & Growth Grant is here to support and stabilize small, local restaurants that shape the cultural and economic identity of Ward 6 along the H Street NE, Eastern Market, and Barracks Row corridors.
We are seeking to select 15 eligible food businesses to participate in this initiative. Selected participants will receive:
- Tailored technical assistance
- Individualized business coaching
- Enrollment in a 5-week cohort program
Upon completion, each participating business will be awarded a $10,000 grant to support your growth and resilience efforts.
Who Can Apply?
Operating food businesses located on H Street NE, Eastern Market, and Barracks Row with a valid and current business license. Eligible business types include:
- Fine dining
- Casual dining
- Fast food
- Buffet-style restaurants
- Ghost kitchens
- And more!
Program Benefits
- Technical Assistance & Business Coaching: Tailored to your restaurant's needs.
- Peer Learning: Connect and collaborate with other local businesses.
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Eligible Use of Funds:
- Safety & Compliance needs
- Branding, Marketing & Outreach
- Website & Digital Tools
- Staffing & Workforce Training
- Kitchen & Facility Upgrades
- Outdoor Seating & Infrastructure
Key Dates
- Application Period: July 17th at 11am – August 4th at 9am
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Grant Decisions Announced: First week of August