Small Business Assistance Programs

• Small business must be operating from a commercial brick and mortar space within the boundaries of the City of Culver City.

• Be majority owned and managed by the applicant.

• In compliance with city and county regulations and not involved in legal action with the City. 

Ineligible businesses

No office, home-based, medical, educational, political, religious, or other business/institution will participate in the Launch Fund.  Businesses selling merchandise to fund-raise or as an ancillary use are not eligible. Businesses that sell products, goods, and services related to adult themes, smoking, firearms, alcohol (as the primary use), or cannabis are not eligible to participate in the program.   Additionally, no business with passive income, such as landlords, corporate-owned franchises, as well as businesses that do not have a physical location. 

Applications will be processed on a first come first serve basis.  

PART 1

• Submit online application
• Copy of lease agreement showing applicant’s or business name and address
• Invoice of permit fees from Planning and Building Department

PART 2

• Upon receipt of complete application and submittal information, staff will confirm receipt of complete information.
• When information has been confirmed, applicant will be contacted by Economic Development staff regarding approval and will coordinate with Building/ Planning/ Finance staff to waive applicable permit fees. 

The Program will launch in March 2026. Applications will be processed on a first come, first serve basis until the funds are depleted.