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May 07

Webinar for Tenderloin Businesses (Recorded Session)

 

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In case you missed the webinar and Q&A session for Tenderloin businesses on Monday, May 11th, here is the PDF version of the presentation deck, Zoom recording, and Q&A Notes.

The webinar included more information on the $2k mini grants (applications are currently being processed), as well as TLCBD’s Economic Opportunity program and other resources to support small businesses.

TLCBD is here to support Tenderloin residents, businesses and community with our programs and resources – now in the short-term during the COVID-19 crisis, and in the long-term. 

WEBINAR TOPICS & PRESENTERS

  • Introduction to TLCBD; TLCBD-TEDP Merger

  • Economic Opportunity Program – Framework (Individuals, Businesses, Neighborhood)

  • Resources and Opportunities

  • Meal Service RFQ (companies that have catering / delivery experience)

  • Mini-Grants: purpose, qualifications, application timeline

PRESENTERS INCLUDE:

  • Lowell Caulder, Moderator (TLCBD Board, President; Studio Dental, Owner)

  • Lorraine Lewis, Speaker (TLCBD, Director of Business Planning & Administration)

  • Helen Bean, Speaker (TEDP, Sr. Advisor)

  • Rene Colorado, Jr., Speaker (Lers Ros/Esan Classic, Owner)

ABOUT THE MINI GRANTS

Please note -this grant application is now closed. Stay tuned for upcoming funding opportunities.

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Mayor London Breed and the San Francisco Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) announced $1 million in new funding for mini grants to independently-owned and women-owned small businesses in underserved commercial corridors, including the Tenderloin.

TLCBD, in partnership with Tenderloin Equitable Development Project (TEDP) and Tenderloin Merchants Association (TMA), will help facilitate the application process for Tenderloin businesses. Awards for Tenderloin businesses will be up to $2000.00. Applications will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis. The deadline to apply is Friday, May 15, 5pm.

For eligibility, more information, and to start your application, click here.

For questions, call 415-292-4812 Ext. 200 or email Helen.Bean@tedpsf.org

TLCBD’s Economic Opportunity Program supports merchants, small businesses, and community members through direct support services, partnership, and resources.