City Heights Opportunity Program Pursuing Entrepreneurial Development (C.H.O.P.P.E.D.) Accepting Applicants for Second Cohort

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The City Heights Opportunity Program Pursuing Entrepreneurial Development (C.H.O.P.P.E.D.) is dedicated to empowering food entrepreneurs in San Diego by providing essential training, resources, and a permitting stipend upon successful program completion. This micro-grant is designed to support your business growth and does not require repayment.

C.H.O.P.P.E.D. supports entrepreneurs operating as:

• Micro-Enterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEKHOs)

• Sidewalk vendors

• Pop-up vendors and caterers

• Immigrant-owned restaurants

Eligibility and Enrollment Details:

• The program is open to eligible food businesses in the City of San Diego.

• Applicants may apply for one business only, and each business can receive one micro-grant.

• To qualify for the grant, participants must complete all 8 sessions of the C.H.O.P.P.E.D. program.

• The deadline to enroll is Thursday, February 5, 2025.

Selected participants will be notified via email and/or phone.

This is an incredible opportunity to grow your business and connect with a supportive network of entrepreneurs. To learn more about the program and participants’ experiences, check out the ABC 10 News story.

For more information about C.H.O.P.P.E.D. and how you can join as a business owner, local expert, or supporter, please connect with our Economic Development Program Manager, Michelle, at Mascencio@cityheightscdc.org or 619-629-0317.

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