Round 4 of Los Angeles City GRANTS (not loans) will open on August 31 – September 4. Micro entrepreneurs – $5,000 grants Very Small Businesses – $15,000 grants Very Small non-profits – $15,000 grants Added Category:  Medium-size Businesses – $25,000 grants If businesses applied before and did not get notification of being a finalist by August 17, they must apply again for each round. Website includes link to apply as well as criteria for each category. Link: https://www.lacovidfund.org/grants

The State & SBA are offering loans and other assistance for those that suffered from the civil unrest. Attached are their Three Step flyer, CA 16485 Fact Sheet and a flyer on resource partners. Their website to apply for the home or business loan is disasterloan.sba.gov/ela. For additional information or questions, you may also contact the SBA’s virtual outreach center at 916 735-1500 or by email at FOCWAssistance@sba.gov. You may also contact their Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955. Click Button To Download Document:

Thank you for supporting the businesses in the Melrose Arts District. This district has been a unique and vibrant community for more than fifty years, anchored by indie creators and artists who thrived on open doors, seven days a week. These businesses are offering many ways to shop for the holidays – in store (but safely), curbside pickup, gift certificates, and shipping to you or the recipient. We’d love to see you but are committed to getting you what you need in the way that works for you. So here are some ideas for stocking stuffers for family, friends, co-workers, and even the furry ones in your life. GOLDEN APPLE COMICS In Normal Times, Golden Apple Comics is host to incredible in-store events and signings with writers, artists, actors, and more. And there’s a significant selection of autographed items from those events available both at the shop and online. GOLDEN APPLE COMICS 7018 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles 90038 323.658.6047 HEADLINE RECORDS For the loud music fan on your list, Headline Records has a vast selection of things perfectly sized for their black stocking: stickers, patches, pins, lighters, and more. In addition to sale items, with the club card you can […]

Clothes, Shoes, Accessories You can never go wrong with a holiday gift from the Melrose Arts District. There’s pretty much something for everyone, and when you shop on Melrose you’re supporting a lot of independent creators and business owners. Known worldwide for its fashion scene, the Melrose Arts District is the place to go in L.A. for designer clothes, hard-to-find shoes, and unique accessories. This is just a teaser – come see us for blocks and blocks of great gift options. DITA Let’s be honest, your man is going to look real good in these Mach-Eights. Yeah, they’re sporty and sturdy (titanium, acetate, enamel). Also a little retro (‘80s inspired) and a lot futuristic. And fully a gift he won’t expect and will never forget. DITA MELROSE 7625 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles 90046 323.658.7078 GOORIN BROTHERS Here’s a hat for a particular kind of lady. Part of the Sherbinskis x Goorin collab, this obviously orange Dean the Butcher felt fedora is a year-round wear and built for attraction. Comes with a super-cool oversized hatbox you won’t even want to wrap. GOORIN BROS. 7627 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles 90046 323.951.0393 IAMKOKO You need to get on this collab with Nessa Barrett […]

You’ve read it on this blog, heard stories about it, experienced it in real life: the Melrose Arts District, is at its core, a community. It was built up by a bunch of bold, creative spirits, and remains one of the most vibrant streets in the world. During this time of global crisis, you can count on this community to support itself and that includes you. Here are the businesses on Melrose that are offering social support and charitable donations, discounts, video tutorials, and free stuff to keep you connected at home. We’re in this together, and we’re gonna come out of it together. THE ANTIDOTE The Antidote has deeply discounted Self Quarantine CBD kits that are available with curbside pickup. Additionally, they’ll fill your 1-3 gallon water jugs at their Kangen water dispenser. 7378 Melrose Avenue @theantidotela DON A MATRIX TRAINING Keep it tight with Don-A-Matrix On Demand. 30 days free and discount on resistance bands. donamatrix.com discount code DONAMATRIX HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH Celebrating faith and connection safely is the Church’s mission so as possible, services will be available online. Visit the Church’s Facebook page to learn how and when. facebook.com/Hope-Lutheran-Church-Hollywoood LOBOS BOXING CLUB They aren’t going to let […]

According to the Stress Management Center and Phobia Institute, an estimated 17 to 21 million people in the U.S. are affected by Friday the 13th, making it the most feared day and date in history. There’s no clear explanation for why Friday the 13th is such a fearsome day, though. It’s a fairly recent cultural mythology. In some areas of the world, Tuesdays suck and 13 is a lucky number. But if you’re one of the millions of people freaking out about next Friday, the Melrose Arts District would like to offer you some ways to actually look forward to the day, and even have some fun! THE LIGHT OF LUCK Want to bask in the light of luck all year long? Get yourself to First LED Lighting to grab this gorgeous neon green 4-leaf clover. At 13.1in W/13.8in H, you can put this baby anywhere in the house or apartment that could use a little good color vibe. And as luck has it, LED lights are energy efficient as well as long-lasting. FIRST LED LIGHTING 7509 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles 90046 firstledlighting.com OWN A BLACK CAT For the life of us, we have no idea why black cats get […]