Community Events
At the Greater Jefferson Avenue Business Association, we believe that vibrant community events are the heart of a thriving neighborhood.
Our calendar is filled with exciting gatherings that foster connection, collaboration, and celebration among local businesses and residents. From the popular Friday Night Live Block Party Series to the annual Funk Fest, there's always something happening on Jefferson Avenue.
Discover the upcoming events that you won't want to miss and be a part of the revitalization of East Buffalo.
Explore below to find out more!
GJABA Quarterly Meeting, June 4, 2026 at Exchange at Beverly Gray
Attention Members + Jefferson Corridor Business Owners
We need to hear from you! Speak up - let's us know what you are looking to accomplish, how your business needs support, and what your next steps COULD be. We want to help you succeed. Take our brief survey to join the GJABA Email List and receive more resources directly to your inbox. CLICK HERE
THE BUSINESS OF AI
FREE workshop, Accelerate AI
VACANT RENTALPROGRAM (VRP)
An Affordable Housing and Home Renovation Grant Program.VACANT RENTAL PROGRAM (VRP). The New York State Office of Homes and Community Renewal.
LISC SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES
Coming soon :$10,000 Grants!
www.lisc.org
FUNDING FOR COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES
GJABA MEMBERS Please keep us informed when you apply..
MWBE Opportunity: Obtaining Insurance Required for Contracts
We've covered methods preparing to connect with prime contractors, opportunities and best practices for connection with prime contractors and doing business with NYS Agencies, and resources to support these steps. Dalsie Andrade and Jenny Low gave wonderful presentations on finding and obtaining contracts, but the process does not end there. Now, we will explore an additional requirement and strategies to hold a contract: Insurance.
When: Tuesday, August, 2026
Where: Online via Zoom
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
🎤 Applications Are Now Open: Pull Up & Pitch Competition
PULL UP & PITCH 2026
Do you have a business you're ready to put in front of an audience?
The Exchange at Beverly Gray is excited to announce that applications are now open for our upcoming Pull Up & Pitch Competition!
This is your opportunity to pitch your business live for a chance to win cash prizes that can help take your business to the next level.
THE EXCHANGE AT BEVERLY GRAY
5TH ANNUAL BLACK BUSINESS BLOCK PARTY!
This free community event will feature music, freebies, networking, and food trucks!
OPEN BUFFALO
2026 ECO BLOCK PARTY
DLP CONSULTING
DLP CONSULTING/NATANIA B PARKER FOUNDATION INC. 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION. FRIDAY AUGUST 22, 2025
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