 When: 2nd Wednesday of the Month, from 11 AM to 2 PM
Where: Kirkland City Hall
Who: All are welcome! We have a quiet space and an option for business advising
Join us for the entire time or pop in at the times that work best for you. Instead of working from your house, office, or local coffee shop, join us at City Hall!
Need some one-on-one assistance? Sign up below!
Business Advising 1:1 Sign Up with Shawn Palmer
Business Advising 1:1 Marketing, Branding, Strategy with Jonathan Blanco
Why: Created specifically and exclusively for entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners in the beautiful city of Kirkland. Startup and Small Business Co-Working is designed to foster collaboration, inspire innovation, and provide valuable resources to help you thrive in your entrepreneurial journey along with fellow entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners.
Hosted by the City of Kirkland, Startup425, and OneEastside. Learn more here.
 Were you unable to attend this year's Pitch Competition? Are you interested in seeing how this event happens and considering applying for next year? Good news! We recorded the pitches this year and you can watch the full show:
https://youtu.be/4t0V0mmGbpE
If you are interested in participating in 2026, please email clash@kirklandwa.gov.
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Displaying this decal in your storefront is a statement of inclusivity for all people. The Pride Flag is a powerful symbol of inclusion, freedom, and community. By showcasing it, you are expressing your commitment to a welcoming and diverse environment for everyone.
Contact Eastside Pride for decals: info@eastsidepridepnw.com
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Do you have liquid chemical containers inside your business that you would like to store on secondary containment?
Secondary containment collects drips and prevents to prevent messy areas. We have FREE secondary containers for 5-gallon buckets (see photo below).
Do you have a 55-gallon drum that needs a solid lid?
We have bright yellow solid lids to easily fit on a 55-gallon drum (see photo below).
Did we mention they are FREE! If interested, contact Ryean-Marie Tuomisto at rtuomisto@kirklandwa.gov.
More information on business pollution prevention resources can be found on the City of Kirkland Storm and Surface water webpage (Business Pollution Prevention).
Jen Davis Hayes, the City’s new Economic Development Manager, tells you the what, the when, and the how to turn your idea into Kirkland’s next big event.
Plus, as always, top stories of the week:
www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast
Grants are open until July 21, 2025 through the Kirkland Tourism Development Committee.
Want to apply? Here's the link!
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Several Puget Sound Energy (PSE) programs offering valuable sustainability grants and incentives are nearing expiration and present key opportunities for nonprofits, schools, small businesses, and municipalities. The Solar Grant Program, designed for nonprofits such as food banks, schools, and community centers, is set to expire soon. It provides funding to support the installation of solar energy systems and should be acted on quickly.
In addition, the Up & Go Electric Mobility Programs offer incentives for EV charging infrastructure across various sectors. Small businesses and workplaces can benefit through the Up & Go for Workplace initiative by leasing parking spaces for EV charging in return for incentives. Multifamily properties, fleets, and public agencies including schools and transit departments also have tailored programs to support electrification. Finally, the Transportation Electrification Reduction (TER) Grants, which help fund clean transportation projects, are expiring next month, making this a critical time to apply. TER Grant
Solar Grant for non-profits (food bank, schools, community center)
The Up and Go Mobility for EV charging where owners can lease back them parking spaces for incentives:
Small businesses, Up and Go for Workplace
PSE | Multifamily charging (Multifamily)
PSE | Fleet Electrification (Municipality, government agency, school district, transit agency, business or org)
Have questions? Contact Caroline Kim with PSE at Caroline.Kim@pse.com
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While doing business in Kirkland, you may occasionally be impacted by construction projects. Keep up-to-date on projects as they are planned and happen by visiting the City of Kirkland's construction project webpage using this link.
Highlighted Projects
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