The DC Office of Planning is soliciting grant applications from qualified organizations to: 1) help drive commercial corridor vibrancy in Ward 7 through public space activation and beautification, and 2) expand food access and entrepreneurship in Ward 7.

These grants are intended to implement key recommendations from several Ward 7 planning initiatives including the Nannie Helen Burroughs Corridor and Pennsylvania Avenue East Small Area Plans, as well as the Deanwood Comprehensive Community Development Model. Recommendations from these plans highlight the need to prioritize fresh food retail and distribution and support local entrepreneurs in Ward 7, and enliven public space for the benefit of residents and businesses.

Application due dates for these opportunities have passed. 

You can find Q&A documents from informational sessions below. To request recordings of the sessions, please email Andrew Costanzo ([email protected]) or Alex Krefetz ([email protected]).