Each year, HENMA presents the awards for East Nashvillian of the Year by highlighting people and businesses who exemplify the best of all the positive aspects of life in East Nashville.
Business Award – Dan and Ellen Einstein, owners of Sweet 16 Bakery
Citizen Award – Ronald Gooch Jr.
Search the businesses and organizations that make up the Historic East Nashville Merchants Association.
It has been a difficult time recently for East Nashville residents and business owners. Our hearts go out to all of those who were affected by the March 3 tornados and subsequent COVID-19 business closures.
A 24/7 hotline has been created to help anyone who has unmet needs as a result of the March 3rd tornados.
Phone: 615-270-9255
The FEMA deadline was May 4th however if you are a survivor and missed the deadline you may still call the below number to apply. You will need to justify why you are applying late and there are no guarantees of approval past deadline.
Helpline: 800.621.3362 (TTY 800-462-7585)
The SBA is offering loans for Coronavirus relief.
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options
Low interest disaster relief loans are available for small businesses.
Apply Online: https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance
Customer Service: 800.659.2955 (TTY 800-877-8339)
Email: disastercustomerservice@sba.gov
The TN Department of Labor and Workforce Development is offering unemployment benefits to those out of work, including self-employed and gig workers. The CARES Act provides for PEUC benefits that extend the regular benefits by 13 weeks.
Apply Online: https://www.tn.gov/workforce/covid-19.html
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We're hoping life and business get back together as soon as possible. In the meantime, let us know how you were affected and how we can help. Please email us at [javascript protected email address].
Being a successful merchant, as we all know, is largely about networking, getting to know the right people, and getting your name and brand out there. Start enjoying the excellent opportunities of your HENMA membership today.
Many of our beloved small businesses are temporarily closed or running at reduced capacity due to the COVID-19 coronavirus. Let's come together and help them during these difficult times by buying a gift card. We've compiled a list of East Nashville small businesses who have gift cards available for you to purchase.
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