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Due to unforeseen events, we’re postponing our next three information sessions. The next information session will take place on Friday, December 19 at Dacha Beer Garden in Shaw.

Join a virtual community meeting about the future of the RFK Memorial Stadium Campus. Attendees will hear directly from the stadium’s architect, as well as learn about ongoing planning efforts for the site’s redevelopment. When: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 6:30 pm - 7:30

Last week, the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development announced the fund managers selected to lead the DC Venture Fund. Following a competitive process, two firms have been selected: •Hustle Fund •Lytical Ventures 

.Technical.ly just named Talent Capital AI product of the Year! Talent Capital is a first-of-its-kind regional initiative housed at the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (MWCOG). It connects displaced federal workers and other residents with high-quality employment

Applications for Mayor Bowser’s Great Streets, Locally Made Manufacturing, and the Emerging Retail Initiative grants open on December 12. Throughout December, DMPED is hosting info sessions in all eight wards to help you prepare for our upcoming grant opportunities. Hear from

Last week, Mayor Bowser. and DMPED had the pleasure of celebrating the opening of Atlas Brew Works at the Bridge District, marking ten years of Mayor Bowser's support of local businesses in DC. As a recipient of the Food Access Fund, Atlas Brew Work is creating job opportunities

Matters Graph recently opened its Dupont Circle headquarters with support from Mayor Bowser’s Vitality Fund. Founder and Senior Partner Mark Stein says choosing Washington, DC was a no-brainer for the firm that advises private equity and M&A teams. Matters Graph’s success shows

As you support local businesses and shop the Real DC, we want to remind everyone to stay cyber safe today—rely on trusted websites, watch out for phishing emails, and use secure networks. This Cyber Monday, let's make sure to protect ourselves online while enjoying holiday

DMPED recently joined the @foodbankmetrodc (CAFB) to support their mission of fighting hunger in our region. Thanks to CAFB and its network of nonprofit partners, over 60 million meals reached individuals and families in need last year — and even more are expected this year.

It has been the honor of my life to be your Mayor. Together, we have built a legacy of success of which I am intensely proud. With a grateful heart, I am announcing that I will not seek a fourth term. For the next 12 months, let's run through the tape and keep winning for DC.

Over the past ten years, Mayor Bowser has deployed over $55 million to local businesses in Great Street corridors in all eight wards.   Starting next week, we’re hosting more information sessions in preparation for the opening of the next round of Great Streets, Locally Made, and

Deputy Mayor Nina Albert and Tariq Sheriff, DMPED’s Business Development & Strategy Manager for Food Policy & Initiatives, visited Marion Barry Avenue Market in Southeast. @MayorBowser and DMPED are proud to support Marion Barry Avenue Market through its Food Access,

Mayor Bowser’s Growth Fund is helping businesses establish a physical presence in Washington, DC, including Current Surgical, a medical technology company that combines artificial intelligence and ultrasound to give doctors superhuman vision and millimeter-level precision. As

Cheers to 10 years of supporting small and local businesses in the District of Columbia! Over the past decade, @MayorBowser has awarded more than $55 million to over 575 businesses across the District, helping create 2,400+ jobs for DC residents.    Today, we celebrated this

Experience the best of Washington, DC's holiday season! From the Downtown DC Holiday Market and National Mistletoe to the Holiday Skate Spectacular and CityCenterDC Christmas Tree—there's something for everyone Downtown. Save the dates today.🎄🎁

DC has so many great funding opportunities for our local businesses—and we're talking all about them this Monday. Join us to get the info you need for your local DC business to thrive. ⬇️