Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces Applications to Open for Business Boost Microgrant Program

Microgrants range from $20,000 to $50,000 to assist small businesses with growth and expansion The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development today announced the opening date of the next application round of the Business Boost microgrant program. Microgrants range from $20,000 to $50,000 to support small businesses who need capital for growth and/or expansion […]

ZIPS Cleaners College Park Signs Agreement With One Maryland Collective

ZIPS Cleaners College Park Inks Deal With One Maryland Collective to Create Terrapin Wash ZIPS Cleaners announced today that it has signed an agreement with One Maryland Collective, the Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) arm serving student-athletes at the University of Maryland, to provide and promote a subscription Wash N Fold laundry service for students, branded […]

Small Business Financial Education Series

Offered to you by PNC Bank through collaboration with the City of College Park Department of Economic Development. The series of courses are taught by PNC Business Bankers. September 18, 2024 – Developing a Business Plan September 25, 2024 – Small Business Banking Services October 2, 2024 – Small Business Financial Statements October 9, 2024 […]

The City of College Park, Maryland, 5/10 Year Economic Development Plan & Strategy

The Economic Development document is a full and thorough examination of our College Park Economy and offers a Strategy for next steps to grow a stronger College Park. This 5/10-year Economic Development Strategy Plan offers an in-depth analysis with troves of data and comparisons to similar college towns. The objective of the Plan is to […]

Explore New Businesses in College Park

Business of the Year Award 2024

Nominate an outstanding City of College Park business that goes above and beyond to positively contribute to the community and serves as an example to others. Nominate by August 31. Visit collegeparkmd.gov/businessaward24 for more information or to nominate. >>

Restaurateur Whips Up Successful Virtual Kitchen Business Concept In College Park

A 3rd generation restauranteur using family recipes runs a ghost kitchen for his 4 eateries serving College Park residents and collegiates. In 2010, Nomie Hamid launched his first brick-and-mortar restaurant, Krazi Kebob, in College Park not far from the University of Maryland. While in this cozy locale, Hamid created the Krazi Burrito concept and also […]

National Small Business Week Virtual Summit

The National Small Business Week 2-day virtual summit is happening Tuesday, April 30 – Wednesday, May 1, 2024. This year’s event will include educational presentations by experts, exhibit booths, free business resources, multiple peer-to-peer networking rooms, and expert business advice from SCORE mentors. Learn More & Register for the Virtual Summit >>

Additional Programs to Support Local Businesses Impacted by Key Bridge Collapse

Governor Wes Moore announced open applications for two additional economic relief programs to support workers and businesses affected by the Key Bridge collapse. The programs, which were created under Governor Moore’s executive order signed April 5 and went live yesterday, provide temporary relief to impacted businesses through the Maryland Department of Labor, Maryland Department of […]

Key Bridge | Port of Baltimore – Business & Employee Relief Programs

Governor Wes Moore signed the PORT Act into law, creating programs to assist businesses and workers in economic recovery following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Important details about these programs, including dates and eligibility are now available. See information on programs below, which are administered through three state agencies. Port of Baltimore […]