Start:ME is a free 3-month training program for local small business owners, connecting entrepreneurs to business know-how, supportive mentorship, and grant capital. To date, Start:ME has served over 450 Atlanta area businesses offering everything from haircare to tree care, eyeglasses to accounting, furniture to food. Start:ME is delivered by Emory’s Goizueta Business School in partnership with local nonprofit partners, including FCS & Purpose Built Schools Atlanta (Start:ME Southside), East Lake Foundation (Start:ME East Lake), and Friends of Refugees (Start:ME Clarkston). This year, we’re thrilled to add a fourth program, serving entrepreneurs in Northwest Atlanta in partnership with the Grove Park Foundation.

Applications will open Sep 5-Oct 5 and 16-18 ventures will be selected for the program starting in Jan 2025. Visit startmeatl.org to learn more.

Provides details on how to bring your business license compliant based on the current status of the account, while providing you with resources to help simplify the process.

SEE THE NEWSLETTER FROM CITY OF ATLANTA HERE

Women R Back-to-School Bash Donations Needed!
Women R is hosting our annual back-to-school bash on July 20, 2024, and we need your help! We are collecting toiletries and household supplies such as cleaning products, sanitary napkins, soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and washcloths.

Donation Deadline: July 18, 2024 

CONTACT Via phone 404-721-8626 or email womenrinc@gmail.com

Donations can be picked up at any time before then. Thank you for your generosity. Your support will make a significant difference. 

June 27, 2024 NWBA MEETING AGENDA

NEW WEBSITE LIVE: NWBA-ATL.COM    JOIN NWBA Blog  Events  ResourcesMember Directory

6:00PM:  THANK YOU SPONSORS:  Refreshments sponsored by Party Wat3r. Savory Snacks Sponsored by NWBA. Sweets and meeting location by Center Well. SPONSOR THE NEXT MEETING

6:15PM: WELCOME: John Mapp Jr., President, Owner of Level Construction  

• Attendees: Name, Business Name, Location and number of years in business.

• Center Well: Angela Thornton: Community Engagement  athornton17@centerwell.com 

• Party Wat3r:  Genee Mitchell  partywat3r.com 

6:30 PM: Invest Atlanta: Recovery Fund for Businesses Impacted by Water Main Break

6:45 PM:  Atlanta Police Department Zone 1 Update & Atlanta City Council Update: 

District 9 Dustin Hillis and District 3 Byron Amos

7:00 PM:       Northwest Business Association Updates

Treasurer's Report: Ben Norman, Studio Driven, Bank Balance as of 5.30.24: $13,412.97

• 2024 Budget + Income Statement

• ATL in Business: We’re getting a video celebrating 30 years of NWBA

• Atlanta BeltLine Capacity Building Grant Submitted: Community Resource Guide and Member Promotions. If funded, we will print a guide to business/city depts/NPU-J neighborhoods with all NWBA member logos and website/address/phone and distribute.

Membership: Based on your physical location of your business. One year- renews on join date. Online application, payment and membership directory. 

• DLH Pkwy Corridor Storefront: $100 year   NPU-J Neighborhood Storefront: $100 year

• Resident Entrepreneur: $50 year    Affiliate: $50 year         Civic Services: FREE

• WELCOME TO OUR 17 FIRST MEMBERS: Bell Liberty Group, Center Hill Neighborhood Association, Paco tacos Atl, Historic Hills Community Development Corporation, Alhabu Scrubs LLC, whisk and ladle, Start:ME Northwest ATL, Level Construction, Party Wat3r Inc., Studio Driven, LLC., idealDESIGN, inc, Snug Concerts, Inc, Anders LLC, L.E.A.D. Center For Youth, HOT365Media, The Study Hall, Grove Park Neighborhood Association 

>>>>Goal is 60 members in 2024! 43 more to go! 

Call for Volunteer Board of Directors:https://nwba-atl.com/BLOG/13319274

• Interested: Text Jennifer Ohme at 678.469.9166 or email welcome@nwba-atl.com 

Upcoming Events and How You Can Get Involved! 

• Food Truck Friday @ Mt. Gilead Baptist Church: Friday July 5 from Noon-5pm MORE INFO

• ATL Zoning Virtual  Q & A Session: Tuesday July 9 6:30pm  REGISTER  REVIEW DRAFT

• AWBI Listening Session: Thurs. July 11 @ 6pmMORE INFO

• Grove Park 5K on October 5th> Registration> $5 off now https://nwba-atl.com/event-5783071

• FYI: GDOT Donald Lee Hollowell Traffic Calming:  Working on Pedestrian Crossing Signals

Main Contact: Christopher A. Robinson chrrobinson@dot.ga.gov  404.807.6379  

7:15 PM: ADJOURN

• Next Meeting is Thursday, August 22 at 6pm: Center Well: 2056 DLH Pkwy NW 
• NO MEETING IN JULY! 
• NETWORKING UNTIL 7:30PM

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On June 1, 2024, Mayor Andre Dickens declared a state of emergency due to water service disruption. Eligible small businesses can apply for City of Atlanta Recovery Fund grants to help recover.

Important Dates to Know

• Informational Webinar: Learn about eligibility requirements, required documentation and other information needed to apply. Watch the Recorded Webinar.
• Applications Open: Monday, June 24. Application link coming soon.
• Applications Close: Monday, July 8 at 5:00 p.m.

SEE ALL THE OUTAGE INFOMATION HERE

GRANT FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR BUSINESSES AFFECTED BY THE Boone Blvd. and J.P. Brawley Dr.  watermain break on May 31, 2024. 

Resources

• Program Flyer: Please Download and share!

• Frequently Asked Questions: Download 

• Below, you will find a link to view the recording of the event. Learn about eligibility requirements, required documentation and other information needed to apply. Please also see the attached presentation and One Pager for the City of Atlanta Recovery Fund. 
• Meeting Recording:https://youtu.be/EhY4g--Hx5Y 

 

Please visit our webpage for more information and the most recent updates and FAQs.

https://www.investatlanta.com/businesses/small-businesses/city-of-atlanta-business-recovery-fund

For any questions, email ATLBusinessRecoveryFund@investatlanta.com 

Materials to Gather for Applications

• Active 2024 City of Atlanta business license

• Articles of incorporation or ownership

• Operating agreement or the corporate bylaws

• Georgia Secretary of State registration

• Proof of revenue/Point-of-sale report from the week prior and the impacted week

• Impact statement

• Save Affidavit (notarized): Download

• Valid lease or security deed

• Duplication of Benefits Certification Form: Download

 

Got questions? Get in Touch above with City of Atlanta Recovery Fund specialists:

Email: ATLBusinessRecoveryFund@investatlanta.com, Hotline: 404-419-0868

The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA) is launching our Moving Atlanta Forward (MAF) Bond 2.0 Public Art Projects, by commissioning 24 Utility Box Murals and 24 Mural Bike Racks. The OCA seeks proposals from Metro Atlanta visual artists to paint metal bike racks and utility boxes.

Previous public art experience is not required. Artists will receive $2000 per project; this budget is all-inclusive.

Submissions are due by 11:59 PM, Sunday, June 30th, 2024. We will be posting additional information on upcoming opportunities HERE .

REVIEW, COMMENT AND COMPLETE THE SURVEY HERE

BELTLINE BUSINESS FAÇADE IMPROVEMENTS Applications open now- June28th

Dear BeltLine Businesses,

Get a fresh look and boost your business with the Atlanta BeltLine's Business Façade pARTnership Grant!

This exciting program provides grants of up to $50,000 to BeltLine-area businesses for façade improvements designed and implemented by talented local artists and makers.

Here's how you can benefit:

Attract new customers and investment: A revitalized façade will grab attention and showcase your proximity to the vibrant Atlanta BeltLine.

Stimulate business growth: The grant covers a significant portion of your façade improvement costs, freeing up resources for other areas of your business.

Support the local art community: Partner with a local artist or maker to create a unique and eye-catching design.

Key Dates:

• Application Window: Now - June 28th - Submit your application to be considered for a grant.
• Awardees Notified: July 12 - Businesses are selected and notified

Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business and contribute to the artistic vibrancy of the BeltLine!

Click here to learn more and apply.

Thursday, May 23, 2024 MEETING AGENDA

6:00PM: NETWORKING MEETING HOSTED BY Center Well Grove Park. 

Sponsored by NWBA and Paco Tacos

SPONSOR THE NEXT MEETING

6:15PM: WELCOME: John Mapp Jr., President, Owner of Level Construction  

• Attendees: Name, Business Name, Location and number of years in business.

• Center Well: Angela Thornton: Community Engagement  athornton17@centerwell.com 

• Paco Tacos:  Paco: Co-Owner: 2222 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy NW

6:30 PM: Atlanta Police Department Zone 1 Update

6:40 PM: Atlanta City Council Update: District 9 Dustin Hillis and District 3 Byron Amos

6:50 PM:       Northwest Business Association Updates

• Atlanta BeltLine Capacity Building Grant Submitted: Community Resource Guide and Member Promotions. If funded, we will print a guide to business/city depts/NPU-J neighborhoods with all NWBA member logos and website/address/phone and distribute.

• NEW WEBSITE LIVE: NWBA-ATL.COM    Blog  Events  ResourcesMember Directory

• Membership: Based on your physical location of your business. One year- renews on join date. Online application, payment and membership directory. 

• • DLH Pkwy Corridor Storefront: $100 year   NPU-J Neighborhood Storefront: $100 year

  • Resident Entrepreneur: $50 year    Affiliate: $50 year         Civic Services: FREE

• WELCOME TO OUR 12 FIRST MEMBERS: Bell Liberty Group, Historic Hills Community Development Corporation, whisk and ladle, Level Construction, Studio Driven, LLC., idealDESIGN, inc, Alhabu Scrubs LLC, Grove Park Neighborhood Association, and Center Hill Neighborhood Association >>>>Goal is 60 members in 2024! 48 more to go! 

• Call for Volunteer Board of Directors:https://nwba-atl.com/BLOG/13319274

• • Interested: Text Jennifer Ohme at 678.469.9166 or email welcome@nwba-atl.com 

Upcoming Events and How You Can Get Involved! 

• CATCH UP:  Atlanta BeltLine: Chappell Road Property Redevelopment  

• • SEE THE PRESENTATION AND FB LIVE

• 2nd AnnualHarambee Festival:Saturday, June 15, Grove Park Noon-5pm. FREE. $60 vendor fee with 20% off with code GROVERS

• City of Atlanta Summer Youth Empowerment Hiring Program:  MORE INFO 

• Food Truck Friday @ Mt. Gilead Baptist Church: Friday July 5 from Noon-5pm MORE INFO

FYI: GDOT Donald Lee Hollowell Traffic Calming:  Working on Pedestrian Crossing Signals

Main Contact: Christopher A. Robinson chrrobinson@dot.ga.gov  404.807.6379  

7:15 PM: ADJOURN

Next Meeting is Thursday, June 27 at 6pm: Center Well: 2056 DLH Pkwy NW 

NO MEETING IN JULY! 

NETWORKING UNTIL 7:30PM

MEETINGS + EVENTS: GROVE PARK, CENTER HILL, NPU-J, NPU-G

Grove Park Neighborhood Association General Meetings	First Tuesday of the month @ 7pm             GroveParkAtlanta.com New hybrid Schedule  April - June: In-person Meetings July: No meeting August: Neighborhood Night Out ( TBD)  September - October: Zoom November: In-person, Last meeting of the year   Virtual  bit.ly/groveparkatlanta. Facebook page and join our group.  In Person Paradise Baptist Church 1711 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy NW, Atlanta, GA 30318  at 7:00 PM.  Light snacks will be provided!
Center Hill Neighborhood Association General Meetings	First Thursday of the month from 6:30-8:00pm    CenterHillATL.com In Person: Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct Virtual: Feb, Mar, May, Jun, Aug, Sep, Nov, Dec
NPU-J Meetings	4th Tuesday at 7pm on Zoom.  Register here https://www.npujatlanta.com/zoom/ Center Hill, Dixie Hills, Grove Park, Harvel Homes, Penelope Neighbors, West Lake
NPU-G  Meetings	3rd Thursday at 7:00pm on Zoom  Register here     npugatlantachair@gmail.com Almond Park, Atlanta Industrial Park, Bolton Hills, Brookview Heights, Carey Park, Carver Hills, Chattahoochee, English Park, Lincoln Homes, Monroe Heights, Rockdale, Scotts Crossing, West Highlands

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