Philadelphia Department of Commerce

To help provide additional relief, PHLCouncil recently approved a new commitment of $7 million in CARES Act funding for small business relief. The funding will provide grants for about 400 additional Philly businesses who applied for the Commonwealth’s program but previously remained unfunded. The City has now committed $110 million in government, philanthropic, and private funding to support Philadelphia’s small businesses and nonprofits.

Our partners at the Urban League of Philadelphia are working with Google to provide Black-owned, small and medium-sized businesses with free Google Storefront Kits and other Google services. Learn more, including how to apply, here urbanleaguephila.org/gsk

The COVID-19 pandemic presented a series of unprecedented challenges for Philadelphia. The City of Philadelphia Governmentalong with our economic development partnersare working to drive an equitable economic recovery using a four-part framework to help reimagine our economy. Learn more

Yo Philly, show your favorite small businesses some love this holiday season! Check out this guide to shopping Philly from our partners Visit Philly #ShopLocal #ShopPHL #OurTurnToTourist

The City of Philadelphia Government recently announced new initial guidelinesaddressing shelter and heating specificationsto support restaurants that plan to continue to offer outdoor dining as the weather gets colder. Learn more about the new guidelines

Attention Contractors! PHDC has an open RFQ for qualified contractors. Some of the benefits of contracting with PHDC include: Steady stream of work with potential to grow business Quick, guaranteed payment (average <30 days) Provide assistance in resolving issues with homeowners Help vulnerable homeowners in Philly keep their homes... Learn more! https://bit.ly/351lrZ5

It’s #PHLConnectED week! Help us get K-12 families without internet to: Dial 2-1-1 and press 1 for English or press 8 for Spanish to sign up Activate their code if they already have one Pick up their hotspot... Let’s help get families internet access for the New Year!

Check out these 10 free local resources and organizations that can help business owners and entrepreneurs take the next step

The COVID-19 pandemic is one of the biggest challenges this city has ever faced. Every City of Philadelphia Government department and many of our corporate and non-profit partners are working tirelessly to help the city get through this crisis. At Commerce, we’ve supported 2,000+ local small businesses during the pandemic, including: 1,187 in low-income areas 66% minority-owned businesses 32% women-owned businesses... Find out more about the City's recovery efforts https://bit.ly/2G101m0

‘Tis the season to #ShopSmall. Our local small businesses need your support. Let’s celebrate them, the people who run them, and the important impact they have in their communities. Here are a few ways you can help #ShopLocal #ShopPHL

This morning at 5th and Olney, we kicked off the PHL Taking Care of Business Clean Corridors program, which will expand the City of Philadelphia's corridor cleaning program from 49 areas up to 85 areas citywide. This initiative is a $7 million investment in our communities through the beautification and support of our commercial corridors and the businesses that are located in them. Learn more phila.gov/phl-tcb

Support Philly's neighborhood businesses this #TakeoutTuesday! Acting Commerce Director Sylvie Gallier Howard is getting takeout from local restaurants across the city, like Booker's on Baltimore Ave. Don't forget to #MaskUpPHL. #BlackRestaurantWeek #ShopSmall #ShopLocal

Are you struggling to pay business taxes because of the pandemic? A payment agreement with the Philadelphia Department of Revenue will help you: Get current on your taxes Apply for other business assistance Apply for new licenses and permits... Learn more

To help provide more relief for local businesses, the Philadelphia Department of Revenue recently announced changes to Philadelphia business taxes. Businesses can now get their tax refunds months earlier. Learn more

TODAY is the deadline to register to vote for the 2020 General Election in Pennsylvania! Make sure you’re registered to make your voice heard #PhillyVotes

Philadelphia's "relatively newfound status as a leading life sciences hub means the innovations that are born here and the economic impact they spur stay here. When young researchers make discoveries at the city’s universities, they’re more likely to stay and build their companies here." Learn more about Philadelphia's life sciences boom and how it will help the city grow in the coming years

The City of Philadelphia Government recently launched a new website called the Contracts Hub to help you locate opportunities for your business. Businesses can easily search an aggregated list of opportunities to do business with the City. Check it out

‘Tis the season to #ShopSmall. Our local small businesses need support more than ever, so show them some love this holiday season! Check out this guide to shopping Philly from our partners Visit Philly #ShopLocal #ShopPHL #OurTurnToTourist

Yesterday, the City of Philadelphia Government announced initial guidelinesaddressing shelter and heating specificationsto support restaurants that plan to continue to offer outdoor dining as the weather gets cooler. Learn more about the new guidelines

Do you want updates on upcoming #RebuildPHL contract opportunities? Sign up for email updates today! https://bit.ly/3lQNamy

#PHLDonateTech is the City of Philadelphia Government's new initiative to get computers into the hands of people in need across Philadelphia. We're calling on residents and businesses to donate unused tech or contribute to the community device fund today. Learn more

The 2020 Census will end on Friday, October 16 at 5:59 a.m. Don’t delay; fill it out now! Now, more than ever, we need every Philadelphia resident to be counted. Fill out the census now, and share with everyone you know https://t.co/0iqTw1gBTP #PhillyCounts

New grants and other support is available for some small businesses in Philadelphia. Check it out

Are you or someone you know interested in starting a career in construction? #RebuildPHL is looking for entry-level and experienced workers who want to build a lifelong career in a trade union. Learn more and apply https://bit.ly/3ipiIgx

Small business owners: Make your voice heard! Take the Federal Reserve Bank's annual Small Business Credit Survey to provide timely insights on small business conditions to policymakers, service providers, and lenders. Take the survey today https://bit.ly/3lfWi3i

While limited indoor dining (up to 50% of original capacity) in Philadelphia has resumed, there are many different ways to support local restaurants and businesses, who need our support more than ever