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Grand Opening of New Commercial Space Secured Through the Business Community Ownership Fund š
La Union Studio opened its new commercial space in the Mt. Baker neighborhood this week!
The full-service interior design firm is the first business participating in the Business Community Ownership Fund.
In partnership with Grow America and JPMorgan Chase, we launched this first-in-the-nation small business funding model that puts business owners on a pathway to long-term control and ownership of their commercial spaces. Ā
Learn more about the BCO Fund. š¬
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We are excited to continue sharing updates about the Downtown Activation Plan, a collaborative effort to revitalize the heart of Seattle. Check out the plan and get involved at downtownisyou.com. You can also join the Good News Downtown mailing list.
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Food Truck Madness! š“
Food Truck Fest is back. On the third Thursday of each month, five food trucks will take over Westlake Park. Stop by from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. to grab some food and join the fun.
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 Converting Office Spaces š¢
Mayor Harrell submitted new legislation to the City Council for converting vacant office buildings. This proposal gets rid of the red tape of turning the office space into residential spaces.Ā Ā
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Art Residency Farewell Party š
Join us in celebrating the current cohort of Seattle Restored artists in residence. This Fridayās event will include a live painting, a chance to engage with the artists, and more!
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National Poetry Month ā
To honor National Poetry Month in April, youāll find poems about Seattle sustainability throughout Downtown. The poems by local poets will be at various locations Downtown.
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There are some amazing women who help drive Seattleās economy. This month, weāre highlighting a few of those women and their stories.
Marquia Wootenās new book, āColoring Strength,ā is about her journey into the construction industry. She hopes this will inspire other women to consider a career in construction. š·āāļø
Read more about the inspiration for the book.
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Accelerator for Cleantech Startups Ā
Cleantech startups are invited to apply for the Cascadia CleanTech Accelerator. This accelerator is designed for both early-stage hardware and software cleantech startups located in or interested in doing business in the Northwest.
The 18-week program includes mentorship, structured curriculum, and connections. Participants that complete the program are eligible for additional resources and opportunities as they are available.
CleanTech Accelerator Application. š
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Arts Grants and Funding Opportunities š
The Seattle Office of Arts & Culture invests in Seattleās arts and cultural sector, including cultural organizations, arts groups, individual artists, youth arts programs, and neighborhood and community groups.
Upcoming grant opportunities include CityArtist, which provides a grant to Seattle-based artists and curators to research, develop, and presents ideas or ventures.
Another upcoming opportunity, Artists at the Center gives artists a performance opportunity, allowing them to display their talents and connect with new audiences.Ā
Check out all of the 2024 Arts grants and funding opportunities.
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Export Accelerator Accepting Applications š
Thereās still time to get your application in for the Great Seattle Export Accelerator!
Greater Seattle Partners provides small and medium-sized businesses with export assistance and new trade opportunities. The accelerator includes a comprehensive curriculum, in-person export advising, and networking events. The program is open to businesses in King, Snohomish, and Pierce County. Application deadline is this Sunday, March 24.
Check out the Accelerator Application.
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Know Your Civil Rights ā
Seattle has laws in place that protect you from discrimination in employment, public places, housing, and contracting.
The Office for Civil Rights enforces those laws, offers free investigations, and assists people with filing claims. They put together a video illustrates some of Seattleās civil rights protections and the services you can use if youāve faced discrimination.
Learn about Seattleās civil rights protections and the services offered.
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