Downtown Richmond businesses are in the spotlight! Our very own Rich City Studios is a second-round recipient of the HartBeat of Main Street Grant Program. Of the 31 grants awarded, 26 benefited diverse-owned businesses and 2 are located in California. We are honored to have supported them in applying and so happy for this positive outcome. Join us in congratulating them on this most excellent news: send a note, book a session, get some merch. This Saturday we will be shining the spotlight on 4 Black-owned enterprises at our next Virtual Merchant Showcase. Don’t miss it!
Main Street Presents
Virtual Merchant Showcase – January 16
Saturday, January 16 | 2pm | via Zoom | Tickets $10
Showcasing 4 Amazing Black-Owned Enterprises and featuring cool Downtown history, trivia, prizes, exclusive deals just for ticketholders, and more. PLUS: 100% of the proceeds will be given directly to the showcased businesses.
Get your ticket, invite your friends, and join us for our
first Virtual Merchant Showcase of 2021!
Sqaure E-Commerce Program
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Free On-Demand Tutorials: Restaurants, Retail & Services
Office Hours with our Square Expert: January 21 @ 3pm or January 22 @ 8am
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NEW COVID19 Relief Programs for California Small Businesses
California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program
What: Micro grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 to eligible small businesses and nonprofits impacted by COVID-19 and the related health and safety restrictions. Funds are administered by California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA); applications are processed by Lendistry.
Deadline to Apply: January 13, 2021, 11:59pm PST
Get Help: Preview the Application, Free Webinars, Application Guidance
California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program
What: A low-interest loan program to support California’s small businesses—especially those located in economically disadvantaged and historically under-banked areas of the state as they adapt and navigate the effects of COVID-19. Loans are available through local CDFI lenders.
To Apply: Complete pre-application to be screened and matched with a lender
Get Help: Email loans@asksbdc.com, Call (833) ASK-SBDC, Resources
Top COVID19 Resources for Small Business & Residents
For All
- EXTENDED Contra Costa County Rent Freeze & Eviction Moratorium
- LATEST HEALTH ORDER December 16 Stay-At-Home Order & Face Covering Rules
- GET TESTED FREE COVID Testing for All County Residents Call 1 (844) 421-0804
- Richmond Cares Hotline Call (510) 620-6700, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
For Small Businesses
- DON’T MISS December 18 Small Business Mailer
- NEW GRANTS California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program – Deadline to apply is January 13, 2021!
- GET LOCAL HELP COVID-19 Navigation Call Center: 1 (833) 320-1919, Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm
More Help: Check out Our COVID-19 Community Resource Directory
Section Spotlight: COVID19 Testing & Vaccinations And Healthcare & Mental Health Services
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