Made in DC
The Made in DC program supports and promotes DC resident-owned businesses that make products locally, including intellectual property (music, art, patent, and written works).
Become a member - Enroll today and join a vibrant and creative business community. Made in DC is a DC government certification program operated by DSLBD. By applicable law, DSLBD will ask you to submit information to verify the following four criteria:
- Is your primary office/business located within the District of Columbia?
- Do you possess a current and active DC business license?
- Do you certify that either the majority of owners are District residents or 51% or more of your employees are District residents?
- Can you certify that 51% of your product is designed, produced, assembled, or manufactured through a process involving intellectual property, ingredients, raw materials, or other components derived from the District of Columbia?
Why join?
As a member, you will receive a profile on our website, access to technical assistance, workshops, training, and networking opportunities, and permission to utilize the Made in DC logo.
To sign up, visit: BECOME A DC MAKER
Have more questions? Email [email protected] or call (202) 727-3900.
APPLY FOR THE MIDC Retail Residency — Vendor Call Opportunity!
The Department of Small and Local Business Development is proud to announce that vendor applications are open for the FY26 Made in DC Retail Residency, an initiative presented by DSLBD and curated by Steadfast Supply.
The Made in DC Creative Retail Residency is designed to support Made in DC Certified businesses by providing the opportunity to showcase their products in a curated retail environment while participating in educational programming, marketing initiatives, and community events.
Deadline:
August 21, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET (No exception)
To learn more, CLICK HERE