The KC BizCare Office

Mayor Lucas’s Back to Business Fund Application Now Live   Kansas City, Mo – Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas today announced the Back to Business Fund program, a recovery and prevention grant program designed to support small business storefronts in all areas of Kansas City impacted by property crime, is now accepting applications.   The program offers financial assistance to help local business owners recover from damage, enhance security measures, and prevent future incidents. For more info: https://lnkd.in/ga4vYMfT

The City of Kansas City has created the “Back to Business” Grant Fund to offer financial assistance to small businesses affected by vandalism and property crimes. Please complete our interest form, and we will contact you when the grant application process begins. Interest Form: https://lnkd.in/gtA-Mdx9

Loan packaging services are available for small businesses in Kansas City, Missouri seeking a bank loan exceeding $25,000 within a year. This program is designed to reach out to local small businesses requiring extra support in finalizing their loan applications. For additional information, please visit bizcare.kcmo.gov/capital

Join us this Thursday from 11am to 2pm for our Monthly Small Business Marketplace at City Hall! This month's popup event will showcase KC Current, who will be raffling off two tickets to an upcoming game!

GRANT APPLICATION NOW OPEN! The City of Kansas City is thrilled to announce the launch of the Kansas City Outdoor Dining Enhancement Grant Program. Applications will be accepted from July 29 to August 16, 2024. “I cannot wait to see more people dinning outside in our city,” said Councilman Wes Rogers. “Kansas City is such a vibrant city already and these grants will bring it even more to life”. Kansas City boasts a rich culinary scene, reflecting the city's diverse and dynamic spirit with a variety of flavors and experiences. This program aims to bolster the already vibrant restaurant industry in Kansas City, Missouri, by encouraging the development of permanent outdoor dining spaces that can be utilized across multiple seasons. For more info visit: https://lnkd.in/gasERGby

The City of Kansas City has three vacant commercial/retail spaces on the ground floor of Ed Wolfe Garage at the intersection of 11th Street and Oak Street. The City is offering leases targeting mixed-use, office, and restaurant spaces, focusing on daytime business activities. The City is organizing a pre-proposal meeting for those interested in exploring the vacant spaces and seeking clarification on the submission process from city staff. It is highly recommended for all interested parties to participate in the meeting. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gn-_m_P7

Exciting Opportunity for Local Small Businesses in Brick-and-Mortar Setting! Available Retail, Office and Restaurant Spaces across from City Hall. The City of Kansas City is inviting proposals from qualified retail and food vendors interested in leasing space at Wolfe Garage. The chosen vendors will be situated at 1100 Oak Street, right in the vibrant heart of Downtown Kansas City, amidst various businesses, the Streetcar, and residential areas. If you are considering establishing a physical location for your small business, seize this opportunity by submitting your proposal today! The City of Kansas City has three vacant commercial/retail spaces on the ground floor of Ed Wolf Garage at the intersection of 11th Street and Oak Street. The City is offering leases targeting mixed-use, office, and restaurant spaces, focusing on daytime business activities. Link to RFP: https://lnkd.in/gn-_m_P7

Startland News will be featuring articles all week long of our five finalists for the “Do The Right Thing” social impact pitch competition organized by the KC BizCare Office, Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City and Startland News. Finalist features will be published throughout the week. Be sure to vote for your favorite finalist online today! Check out our first social pitch finalist: CoBuild

Startland News has been featuring articles all week long of our five finalists for the “Do The Right Thing” social impact pitch competition organized by the KC BizCare Office, Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City and Startland News. Finalist features will be published throughout the week. Be sure to vote for your favorite finalist online today! Check out our second social pitch finalist: EB Systems

Startland News whas been featuring articles all week long of our five finalists for the “Do The Right Thing” social impact pitch competition organized by the KC BizCare Office, Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City and Startland News. Finalist features will be published throughout the week. Be sure to vote for your favorite finalist online today! Check out our fourth social pitch finalist: Utopia Point