We're the Alliance for an Affordable DC

The Alliance for an Affordable DC is a group of residents, businesses, and community organizations committed to supporting and protecting neighborhood businesses and jobs.

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Join us in uplifting and protecting small businesses in the District.

Members

Our members are proud DC residents, business owners and families who make our city a great place to live.

“Small businesses need the support of not only the community and patrons but also the District as a whole, as businesses continue to recover from the pandemic.”

Azeb MesfinRoyal RoosterNOMA

"Here's The Scoop was never simply about ice cream but about community!"

Karin SellersHere's The ScoopPleasant Plains

“DC small businesses thrive on the support of not only the City but also the continual support of citizens and patrons throughout the District.”

Aster Adeje7 Days MarketBrookland

James Shin continues to operate his corner store in Ward 7, where residents rely on him for essentials.

James ShinG&G GroceriesAnacostia

Since emigrating to DC from Mexico 20 years ago, José and Mirna Solis had a vision: to offer and share rich cultural experiences through food.

José SolísTaqueria HabaneroPetworth

“Small businesses like ours are vital to the health of this City. We support the local community by catering to their needs and listening to what we can do to improve our services to them as well as providing jobs. We look forward to DC’s continued recovery and support of small businesses!”

Sunyatta AmenCalabash Tea & TonicBrookalnd