Project Row Houses Celebrates Third Ward Entrepreneurs with Business Residency Launch and Holiday Market

Project Row Houses Business Residency Program

• 🎯 The Project Row Houses Business Residency program aims to support homegrown businesses in Houston's Third Ward.
• 💰 A key benefit is subsidized rent for commercial real estate, significantly reducing costs compared to market rates (average $2500-$3500/month).
• 📈 The program also provides financial literacy and strategic planning to help small businesses grow.
• 💬 All initiatives are a direct response to community needs and requests, reflecting the organization's call-and-response model.

Entrepreneurial Journeys

• 💡 Ashil Javo founded Piano Vibes School of Music, inspired by his uncle's legacy as a French school teacher, focusing on learning and teaching.
• 💇‍♀️ Ka James started Back to Natural, a hair care business, driven by a personal need to understand hair and a divine vision to pursue this path.
• 🌟 Both entrepreneurs represent the spirit of innovation and dedication within the Third Ward community.

Upcoming Community Events

• 🛍️ A Holiday Market, hosted by Kindred Stories at the Elorado Ballroom, will feature local Third Ward vendors selling their products.
• 📅 The market is scheduled for Saturday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Elorado Ballroom on Elgin Street.
• 📍 A ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on Saturday starting at 10:00 AM at 253 Holman Street, honoring four businesses, including Piano Vibes, Come Be Wellness, Back to Natural, and Third Ward Bloom.
• 🚶‍♀️ The ribbon-cutting event will include a walking tour of the businesses from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
• 🎟️ Entry to the Holiday Market is free for all community members.

Community Connection

• 🤝 The events aim to foster a deeper connection to the community through local businesses.
• ✨ Attendees are encouraged to interact and discover the offerings of the Third Ward and Project Row Houses.