May Newsletter – Hamilton Heights Business Alliance

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May 2026

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Hello Hamilton Heights business owners,

Summer is usually slow for local businesses, but this year brings an unusual mix of festivals, FIFA, Open Streets, neighborhood events, and off-site sales opportunities.

Get involved with support from the Business Alliance, fellow members, and HHBA partners. From simple steps like listing your business on FIFA Rewards to free coordinated promotions like Make Music New York, West Harlem Edition, there are practical ways to attract customers, sell beyond your storefront, and help bring more foot traffic to the corridor.

Reach out to Jenn Beisser this week to be part of the summer promotions: 646-543-6205 or jenn@hamiltonheights.biz.

Join our WhatsApp group to stay on track with updates, deadlines, and ideas from other business owners. Join the WhatsApp here - WhatsApp.

Opportunities

Make Music New York - West Harlem Edition

HAMILTON HEIGHTS SINGS

Pop up music all day. Sunday June 21

Stoops. Stores. Sidewalks. Parks. Restaurants.

Part of Make Music New York.

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Vendor Opportunity: The Malt Yard

We Eat Here, led by Marco Shalma, has teamed up with City Winery and Janus Property to transform 43,000 sf of outdoor space into a “cultural playground.” Location: 461 W 126TH Street. Hamilton Heights Business Alliance members and other local business owners are invited to contribute to the initiative which will bring groups, a series of seasonal events, and weekly opportunities for sales. Contact Jenn at 646-543-6205 to discuss the different ways to partner and get involved. For more information, you can also check out the marketing deck and book an appointment with organizers online.

Vendor Opportunity: Harlem Pride

Each year Harlem Pride hosts a large selection of businesses and community based organizations during its Harlem Pride Day Celebration which takes place on 12th Avenue at 133rd (viaduct). Averaging over 20,000 people in attendance, our Harlem Pride Day Celebration Days, provide an opportunity to interact with a large segment of our Same Gender Loving, LGBTQ population, including visitors from…

Soccer Takeover? You Bet

Add you World Cup event to the local calendar. SUBMIT

Vendor Opportunity: Culinary

Unity Market: A seasonal farmers market and culinary platform at the 110th Street entrance to Central Park. Saturdays 10am – 4pm Kitchen Residencies for the season: Hispanic, Asian, French, Greek, Indian, African Dispora Vendor Application https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScp5aitAsaorXXXzz9HpnhpXqlxV-kn5TcM79NTgojQIhE0GA/viewform Seeking Unity Market is a platform for independent producers, small farmers, and community-rooted food businesses. Not franchises. Not multi-unit operations. Not corporations using a market…

Welcome World Rewards Program, the Official Small Business Platform of the FIFA World Cup 2026™

Enroll Your Business Introducing the Welcome World Rewards Program, the Official Small Business Platform of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ NYNJ Host Committee. The Welcome World Rewards Program will connect residents and visitors with participating small businesses through a digital…

FIFA – List your event on NYC Tourism

Submit your event or promotion for free. https://admintools.nyctourism.com/world-cup-event Events: Time-bound happenings like watch parties, programming tied to teams, game-day experiences, performances, tastings or special programming Offers: Limited-time promotions such as discounts, prix-fixe menus or themed specials such as 26% off…

Business Workshops

Citizens NYC Business Grant Information Session

Join this virtual information session to learn more about available grant funding from Citizens NYC!

This info session is in partnership with CitizensNYC

This virtual session will provide information to small businesses on how to qualify and apply for a competitive grant opportunity with local financial partner, CitizensNYC. Awardees can obtain up to $5,000 for business continuity and sustainability through the offered Community Leaders Grants & Neighborhood Business Grants. Eligibility Requirements:

Based in one of the five boroughs of NYC
For-profit business
Provided proof of business, such as bank statements, tax documents and POS terminal documents

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NYC Small Business Month: Small Business Expo

The NYC Department of Small Business Services invites you to join city agencies, programs, and partners to find free resources, consultations, workshops, and networking to help solve the 6 top challenges NYC small business owners face – all in one place!

Fund Your Business
Grow Your Business
Find & Retain Great Talent
Build Your Customer Base
Save Time & Money
Access Legal Services
…and more!

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Marketing to the Government Agencies

Finding your niche and customers RSVP LINK

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Getting Your Small Business Game Ready for FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA World Cup 26™ is expected to welcome 1M+ international visitors and bring unprecedented tourism to New York City.

The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is inviting small businesses a unique opportunity to participate in this historic summer. We are hosting webinars to prepare businesses in the hospitality industry for the surge of tourists coming to New York City for the World Cup.

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SBSC | TECH: The Messy Middle

The Messy Middle brings together emerging tech founders for an honest conversation about what it really looks like to build while still figuring things out. From early traction & growth challenges to pivots, funding pressure, & navigating uncertainty, the program explores the realities founders face. Location: Revealed after registration.

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