Supporting Business Program

Eligible businesses for the Supporting Business Program include, Audio & Visual, Event Equipment Rental, Photographer, Event Planners, Trade Show or Event Staffing Services, Event Production Companies, Talent Booking Agency, Tour Companies (bus, boat, walking tours), Performance Art Companies (dance companies, theatre groups), Performing Artists, Event Promoters, and Recreational Sports Leagues. The funds will support general operational expenses (rent/mortgage, payroll, insurance, District taxes and fees, equipment leasing and purchasing, and/or utilities) and COVID-19 related supplies and preparation.

How to Apply?

Applications for the Entertainment Bridge Fund - Supporting Business Program opened on Monday, January 11, 2021 and closed on Friday January 22, 2021 at 5 pm EST.

Applications reopened on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at 12 pm EST and will close on Friday, February 12, 2021 at 12 pm EST.

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For More Information

For more information on the Entertainment Bridge Fund Supporting Business Program and how you can prepare to apply, please review:

• Get Entertainment Bridge Fund - Supporting Business Program Ready Checklist

• Entertainment Bridge Fund - Supporting Business Program Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For all other inquiries related to the Entertainment Bridge Fund, please contact entertainmentbridgefund@dc.gov.