The Community Kitchen program will provide aspiring food business owners with access to the Martha’s Table state-of-the-art commercial kitchen facility. Martha’s Table has organized the program in partnership with the Latino Economic Development Center’s (LEDC) to support the growth and development of business owners of color who either work or live in Ward 8.

The Latino Economic Development Center (LEDC) is a community-based, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to drive the economic and social advancement of low-to moderate-income Latinos and other underserved communities by equipping them with the skills and tools to achieve financial independence and become leaders in their communities. LEDC offers a range of supports and services to equip Latinos and other underserved communities with the skills and financial tools to create a better future for their families and communities.

In alignment with its place-based approach, Martha’s Table prioritizes enrollment for the growth and development of business owners of color who either work or live in Ward 8

Prior to any kitchen use, approved food entrepreneurs must submit the following completed documents:

• Clean Hands Certificate issued by the DC Office of Tax and Revenue
• Certificate of Good Standing
• Food Manager Certification
• Food Manager’s Certificate/Card
• Kitchen Facilities Use Agreement – provided by Martha’s Table
• Kitchen Use Release and Waiver – provided by Martha’s Table
• Copy of Insurance
• Copy of Food Entrepreneur Business Plan