OPPORTUNITY
DCCDC is focused on working with policymakers, philanthropists, and corporations to direct resources toward communities experiencing economic injustice in Washington, DC.
The Ward 8 Community Investment Fund (W8CIF), is a community-led place-based funding opportunity offering “grants-secured loans” to Ward 8 resident-entrepreneurs, and small businesses.
Grant secured loans are an innovative financial product developed by and for Black entrepreneurs in partnership with elected officials, DSLBD, and a small business focused CDFI.
Final Awardees will be announced via email soon! Thank you to all who applied!
W8CIF Application & Process
DCCDC is now accepting applicants for the W8CIF Round II. The application will remain open until Monday, July 8th at 11:59pm.
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Afterwards, a Grant Review Committee (as nominated by Ward 8 community members), will select approximately 40-50 awardees, including the Youth Entrepreneurs Grantees, for approximately $800K in funding.
Do you know a Ward 8 Resident or Ward 8 Business Owner who is passionate about supporting local entrepreneurs and fostering economic growth in Ward 8?
We will be accepting nominations for the Ward 8 Community Investment Fund’s Grant Review Committee. Review Committee members will play a crucial role in evaluating funding applications.
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Virtual Information Sessions
DCCDC is hosting weekly virtual information sessions every Thursday at 6pm for the Ward 8 Community Investment Fund. Join us to learn about funding support for Ward 8 aspiring entrepreneurs, small businesses, and visionaries.
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Thursday, June 6th at 6:00PM
Thursday, June 13th at 6:00PM
Thursday, June 20th at 6:00PM
Thursday, June 27th at 6:00PM
DCCDC Business Training Series
presented by InnovateDMV
Attend our 3 part training series to learn about essential business technologies, how to streamline your operations, and how you can use AI to enhance productivity and business growth.​​
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Thursday, November 7th at 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Thursday, November 14th at 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Thursday, November21st at 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Learn More
Email us for questions at connect@DCCDC.org and subscribe to receive grant opportunity updates and news.