Resources & Assistance

Our Chinatown BID Welcome Packet is designed to help our businesses respond to issues they’re facing. From sanitation complaints to connecting you to the right resources, our Welcome Packet has all of the information businesses and property owners need to know about. Download Packet

Assistance &
Resources

FIFA Communications Toolkit

New York and New Jersey are preparing to welcome the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and it presents an exciting opportunity for local businesses, nonprofits, and community groups to get involved and be part of something unforgettable. The toolkit linked below is packed with resources, ideas, and guidance to help you channel the energy of the FIFA World Cup tournament – whether you’re a small business looking to attract new customers, a local organization with a story to tell, or a neighborhood leader ready to rally your community for a cause.

Commercial Lease Assistance

Free legal services are available to help eligible businesses with the following: Signing a new commercial lease; Amending, renewing, or terminating an existing commercial lease; Addressing a commercial lease

Restaurant Meals Program (RMP)

The Restaurant Meals Program (RMP) allows some Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) households the option to purchase prepared meals at participating restaurants with their SNAP benefits using their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card.

Master the Essentials to Launch Your NYC Restaurant

Part of a 3 course series, NYC Restaurant Academy will provide information on how to plan, launch, and operate a successful NYC restaurant.

Building a Small Business Website

Learn how to build a professional and effect website for your small business.

NELP: Business Entity Formation

Join this webinar to learn the key differences between sole proprietorships, LLCs, partnerships, and corportations. Participants will also learn about the legal and tax implications of each structure and guidance on how to choose and register the right entitiy for their New York businesses.

NYS M/WBE Certification Application

Apply for the NYS M/WBE Certification, a program that expands opportunities for minority and women entrepreneurs to access government contracts and to grow their businesses.