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City of Los Angeles Microenterprise Recovery Grant for Small Businesses

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Grants up to $15,000 for Eligible Small Businesses

accepting applications until December 8, 2025
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The City of Los Angeles Economic & Workforce Development Department (EWDD) steers economic development in a manner that yields thriving businesses and creates job training and career opportunities for the City of Los Angeles. We work every day to deliver a strong and committed workforce, sustainable neighborhoods, and profitable communities throughout Los Angeles.

Whether you are a job seeker looking for employment services, a youth looking for academic and employment assistance, or a business owner in need of tools to grow your business, we have the programs and resources you need to succeed! Click on the category below that best describes the services you are seeking:
Microenterprise Recovery Grant
Microenterprise Recovery Grant

The Microenterprise Recovery Grant will provide grants of up to $15k to eligible microenterprises with W-2 employees and up to $10k for eligible microenterprises with no W-2 employees located in the City of LA that need financial assistance to aid in their recovery from COVID-19.

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ProcureLA Contract Financing Program (CFP)
Contract Financing Program (CFP)

The CFP creates more inclusive opportunities by offering small businesses short-term, competitive interest rate loans to assist with securing the initial funds necessary to cover direct costs, like materials, equipment, and hiring needed to fulfill City contracts that might otherwise be out of reach.

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JEDI Zone Microloan Program
JEDI Microloan Program

The JEDI Zone Microloan Program provides financing to small businesses that private lenders typically cannot. Funds can be used for eligible business operation costs, including, but not limited to, inventory, equipment, working capital and leaseholder improvements.

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