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This month, our Community Development team celebrated the closing of Quest Heritage Village @ West Lake. With the support of $10M in New Markets Tax Credits and $2.5M in Housing Opportunity Bond financing, QuestCDC is renovating the former Waluhaje Hotel Apartment Building into a vibrant mixed-use project that will provide 102 affordable housing units at 30% AMI or below and wrap around services for residents, including a community health clinic, behavioral health space, and community garden. Quest will also partner with CHRIS180 to provide 24 permanent supportive housing units to single 18-24yo men and women who have aged out of the foster care system. Did you know? The Waluhaje Hotel Apartment opened in 1951 on West Lake Avenue and gained fame for its ballroom which hosted many top jazz performers. The Waluhaje was also featured in the famous Green Book travel guides which highlighted establishments where Black travelers were welcome. #MovingAtlantaForward

The Commercial Property Improvement Grant, part of the Atlanta Open for Business Fund, will reopen to grocery owners and operators for application on July 26. Join our webinar on July 25 to learn more about the program and how to apply. Register at investatlanta.com/events.

Congratulations to our friends at City of Refuge for the groundbreaking of their Transformation Center coming to Bankhead and Historic West End Heights! This project, supported by a $2M Beltline TAD increment grant from Invest Atlanta, will include 25 affordable housing units with 13 available at 30% AMI or below. #MovingAtlantaForward

Establishing Esse Event Planning in 2021 was a culmination of years of hard work and dedication. Sidney Hayes built her skill set by collaborating with upscale restaurants on weddings and apprenticing alongside Atlanta-based wedding and event planners, gaining invaluable experience along the way. However, the turning point for Esse Event Planning came when Sidney reached out to Invest Atlanta's ATLinBusiness program. Partnering with a financial consultant through the program provided Sidney with crucial guidance and insight into launching and growing her business. "Invest Atlanta is like a personal mentor and business partner," Sidney explains. "They guide you through the process of building a business, offering unwavering support every step of the way. You can't expect success to fall into your lap; it requires hard work and dedication. ATLinBusiness is a great starting point for anyone considering starting a new business." ATLinBusiness, provided by Invest Atlanta, offers no-cost services to entrepreneurs within the City of Atlanta. The program simplifies the process of growing a business, providing tailored support in areas of expertise selected by business owners. Learn more by visiting www.atlinbusiness.com. #MovingAtlantaForward

One week left to apply for the City of Atlanta Recovery Fund! For application resources, program guidelines, and much more visit https://lnkd.in/exaGYCCV. Applications close at 5pm on July 8!

Congratulations to the First Five closings of our Faith-Based Initiative Micro Loan Program. Through this forgivable loan program, faith-based organizations are able to engage in pre-development work to help activate their land holdings to create affordable housing. Congratulations to Providence Missionary Baptist Church, Church of God and Saints of Christ, RIZE Empowerment and Development Corp, The Path Church, and the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Georgia! #MovingAtlantaForward

Mayor Andre Dickens and the Atlanta City Council have established the City of Atlanta Recovery Fund to support Atlanta businesses impacted by water service disruption. Applications will be open from June 24 through July 8 at 5pm. Visit https://lnkd.in/exaGYCCV for full program eligibility and requirements or join an info session to learn more! #MovingAtlantaForward

We are excited to welcome Cargill to Atlanta! Their presence will help further fresh food access initiatives for all Atlantans. #MovingAtlantaForward

Mayor Andre Dickens recently announced the City of Atlanta Business Recovery Fund to help Atlanta small businesses recover from water service disruption. Join Invest Atlanta on Monday, June 17, for an informational webinar to be application-ready when the program launches on June 24. For more information visit https://lnkd.in/exaGYCCV. #MovingAtlantaForward

The Commercial Down Payment Assistance loan program, part of the the Atlanta Open for Business Fund, provides Atlanta small businesses with the opportunity to purchase commercial space through low-interest financing. Eligible businesses can receive up to $250,000 in down payment assistance to help their business acquire commercial property in Atlanta. Learn more and apply at investatlanta.com/cdpa