Bakersfield Downtown Business Association

🚨🚨NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT🚨🚨 We are thrilled to welcome Damaris Castillo, a seasoned mortgage lender, to the Bakersfield Downtown Business Association! With nearly a decade of experience in the lending industry, Damaris has helped over 400 families achieve their homeownership dreams. Starting her career as an assistant in 2015, she quickly rose to become a top producer, renowned for her 100% closing ratio and unwavering commitment to transparency. Damaris's dedication to excellence and strong relationship-building skills have made her a trusted leader in her field. Born and raised in Guatemala, Damaris brings a deep sense of family values to her work, always prioritizing integrity and client satisfaction. When she's not helping families secure their dream homes, she enjoys spending time with her loved ones, cooking, and relaxing at the beach. We’re excited to have her as part of our community and look forward to seeing the positive impact she’ll continue to make in downtown. Connect with Damaris! (661)416-7065 #downtownbakersfield #community #memberspotlight

🎄 🍸 Join us to eat, drink, and be merry! This is also a great opportunity for networking with other business owners, realtors, and professionals. Date: December 10th Time: 5 PM - 8 PM Location: @thepadrehotel Appetizers will be sponsored by @lending_with_damaris and @dthemortgagegirl. MUST RSVP DBA members are FREE Realtors are FREE -Show business card/proof of license at entry All Others - $15 You MUST present your ticket at the door, so be sure to get your ticket online in advance: https://lnkd.in/gxAPkRfN We will also be doing a toy drive for Salvation Army so if you’d like to spread some holiday cheer, bring a toy to donate. 🎅 🧑🎄 #bakersfielddba #downtownbakersfield #candycanesandcocktails #holidaymixer #padrehotel #bakersfield #bakersfieldevents

Come celebrate with us Unique Design Salon and Boutique 20 years!

We can help with Grants if your business is located in these areas or you plan on moving to these areas. Email events@bakersfielddba.com

On this Veterans Day, the Downtown Business Association joins our community in honoring all those who have served in the military. We express our deepest gratitude to the brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedoms. To all the veterans in our community—and to the families who support them—we thank you for your service, sacrifice, and commitment. Today, we reflect on your courage and the impact you have had on our lives. Let’s come together to recognize and celebrate the strength of our heroes, both past and present. Whether through small acts of kindness or simply taking a moment to say “thank you,” we all have a role in showing appreciation for the veterans who have shaped our nation. We honor our loved ones today and every day. Thank you for your service.

If you missed out on this workshop, own a business or want to open a business in these opportunity areas please reach out via email or direct message. There will be zoom links sent out or we can schedule an in person. Events@bakersfielddba.com

Art Heist is 2 days away!!! Hear from Vanessa Shaw DBA ED and Carrie Blind Chair of the Art Heist on what to expect. You do not want to miss out! November 1st 6-10 SEE YOU DOWNTOWN!!! Here are some of the businesses and artists you can expect to see: Off the Rails @plants_for_your_solie @502coffeecompany @downtownfineline @happywholeyou @meraki.metal.works @mangohaus_bk @bakersfield_angels @myspotdowntowngrill @montanasky_661 @theplayfulspace @tlowines @moderngigigallery @thepadrehotel @tabula_rasa_studio_ @historicbakersfieldfox @portrait.of.a.warrior.kern @rileys_tavern @nanos.downtown @bmt_stars @theovationtheatre @bythatonegirl @bottleshockwineandbrew @crash_lounge @art.wth.heart @bakersfieldsoundco @dj_pantomime @naja.art.collective @shop_upmarket @roostershonkytonk @the_mint_bar @thebmoa @bakersfieldartassociation @artscouncilofkern @thehaberfeldebuilding

📣 Join us to learn about Bakersfield’s Economic Opportunity Area (EOA) Plan that supports business growth, development, entrepreneurship, and innovation. 💵 This locally initiated program utilizes tax increment financing and local sales tax revenue to encourage economic growth and development investments within designated areas of Bakersfield. During this workshop we’ll discuss: •The application process •Program eligibility •Grant details •Other FAQs 🔗 You must register to attend so please RSVP https://lnkd.in/gr6aUz6A Contact the DBA at (661) 325-5892 if you have any questions. #bakersfield #Bakersfielddba #bakersfieldbusiness #downtownbakersfield #cityofbakersfield #grantopportunity

A decade of dreaming come true! Wellspring is proud to welcome you to the ribbon cutting and open house of our final location at 2106 20th Street. This newly remodeled space was designed specifically for the needs of Wellspring and its clients. At the open house you will be able to tour this space, meet the amazing Wellspring staff, and check out the Journey Boutique. At the Open House we are also raising funds to replenish our four care funds that make counseling services available free of charge to people in the hardest times. The Lois Watkins Memorial Cancer Fighters Fund for those fighting cancer, their spouse, or children. Kangle’s Kids Fund for kids who are grieving the death of a parent. · Expectant Mothers in Recovery Fund for pregnant mom’s contending for their sobriety. Crisis Intervention/Trauma Fund to provide immediate response to trauma. We are selling smoke tri-tip sandwiches, homemade desserts, and raffling off baskets, gift cards, and other prizes.

🚨🚨NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT🚨🚨 Established in 2011, Wellspring Personal Development is a faith-based non-profit counseling center. Wellspring founder, Sherry Rose, is a Bakersfield native who has seen first hand how our community has grown and changed over the years. Bakersfield is a diverse, warm and charitable community. We are also a community with many working lower income people and families, some who are barely getting by. When difficulty comes their way, counseling is a valuable resource they simply cannot afford. At Wellspring, counseling services are provided on a household income basis. Also, many services and groups are provided for through donor scholarship or from Wellspring directly. It is our heart to come along side of people with the care and support they desire, regardless of financial limitations. Wellspring is founded on the idea that counseling should be accessible to all, not a luxury. For nearly a decade, this vision has been made possible through the generosity of our community. Last year alone, Wellspring provided more than $173,000 in free services. From the heart of Wellspring and the thousands of people, children, and families we have seen, thank you Bakersfield for being part of our journey. wellspring-journey.com 2106 20th Street Bakersfield, CA 93301 (661) 489-5953 #DowntownBakersfield #community #nonprofit Vanessa Shaw Bakersfield Downtown Business Association Andrae Gonzales