Community is Our Business

Discover the diverse businesses located along the Purple Line. Each month, we spotlight businesses in our community across Prince George’s and Montgomery counties. Explore their services below.

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    711 Wayne Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20901

    iHeal Wellness

    iHeal Wellness Therapy and Consulting, located on Wayne Avenue in Silver Spring, offers a variety of services to help you make lasting positive changes in your life.  Established in 2023, iHeal Wellness provides support for emotional and behavioral issues, including substance abuse (assessment and treatment), trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, as well as family and marriage issues and life transitions.  

    To meet with therapists in person or online, make an appointment or call 301-941-4325 daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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    7572 Annapolis Rd., Hyattsville, MD, 20784

    Jamaican County Kitchen

    Find authentic Jamaican cuisine at Jamaican Country Kitchen, steps away from the future Annapolis Road Purple Line station in the Glenridge Shopping Center. Dine in, carry out or have your next event catered by this family-owned and operated business. 

    Enjoy your favorite dishes 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.Tuesday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday. View the full menu and look for their food truck in nearby neighborhoods.

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    939 Bonifant St., Silver Spring, MD, 20910

    Kook Kai's Thai Noodles

    Enjoy Kook Kai’s Thai Noodles on Bonifant Street near the Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library in Silver Spring. Kook Kai’s Thai Noodles takes pride in serving dishes made with quality, fresh ingredients and great taste. Locally owned and operated, skilled chefs meticulously prepare each dish to celebrate Thai cooking and tradition.

    Dine-in 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, 11:30 a.m. to  9 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, Saturday noon to 9:30 p.m., and Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. or order online for carry-out and delivery.

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    7453 Annapolis Road, Hyattsville, MD, 20784

    Admas International Market

    Admas International Market, located in Hyattsville, specializes in Ethiopian, Indian, and Asian grocery items.  This family-owned business is recognized by customers for its professionalism, outstanding customer service and wide variety of authentic products from around the globe.

    Admas Market is open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Business Directory

Tools and Resources for Your Business

The Purple Line Business Engagement Team works collaboratively with various neighborhood revitalization organizations, redevelopment authorities, regional services centers, and community development financial institutions in the project area. With a local focus, these entities deliver business support and development programs and services that may be of assistance to you and your business.

Latino Economic Development Center

LEDC is a Washington DC based 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Community Development Financial Institution with a mission is to drive the economic and social advancement of low-to-moderate income Latinos and other D.C. and Baltimore metro area residents and help them build assets through homeownership and entrepreneurship.

202-588-5102

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FSC First
 

FSC First was founded in 1978 to serve small businesses. Today it offers a diverse range of financing programs and revolving loan funds. It is a certified development company (CDC) and community development financial institution (CDFI) that provides creative, flexible business financing solutions to established and emerging businesses through its diverse grant and loan portfolio.

301-883-6900

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Silver Spring Region Montgomery County, MD

Montgomery County Government has many resources available to help small businesses start, grow, and thrive. Silver Spring Regional Services Center is one of five Regional Services Centers strategically located in various regions of the county to bring county government closer to all who live, work, and visit Silver Spring - including residents and businesses.

240-777-0311

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Maryland Small Business Development Center

From start-up to established businesses, the Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers individualized consulting, access to experienced business advisors, and programs and services to sustain and revitalize small businesses.

301-403-8300

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Central Kenilworth Avenue Revitalization Community Development Corporation

Central Kenilworth Avenue Revitalization Community Development Corporation (CKAR CDC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that forms strategic partnerships to implement projects in the Greater Riverdale community, including community and economic development, workforce training, environmental sustainability, business retention, and advocacy.

240-608-CKAR

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Takoma/Langley Crossroads Development Authority

Supporting the international commercial district along University Blvd and New Hampshire Ave with over 170 shops and restaurants, the Takoma/Langley Crossroads Development Authority. Inc. is a 501(c)6 business association that markets, promotes, and maintains the City of Takoma Park’s Takoma/Langley Crossroads Commercial Management District.

301-578-6094

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Please contact these businesses directly to learn more about their technical support, financial assistance, and business sustainability programs.

Business Development Grant Program

In March of 2024, MTA announced that Purple Line Transit Partners will provide $4 million to extend a program currently in place to provide grants to businesses impacted by revenue loss due to extended project construction. In addition, the Purple Line Transit Partners also committed to an on-the-job training program to help develop a diverse and qualified workforce in Maryland. “Success hinges on teamwork and we are fortunate for our partnership with the Maryland Transit Administration, Prince George’s and Montgomery counties, the University of Maryland, and others as we work to deliver the Purple Line as rapidly as possible,” said Doran Bosso, Chief Executive Officer Purple Line Transit Partners.

Information will be posted soon on this page with updates about how to apply for this program.   

Meet the Purple Line Business Engagement Team

The Business Engagement Team works to build and nurture relationships with businesses along the corridor. Our team brings a wealth of experience in business and community engagement, marketing, and social engagement from various national and international industries. We recognize that construction may cause temporary inconveniences to businesses near construction sites.

We’re here to help. Our team:

  • Establishes strong working relationships with businesses along the alignment
  • Connects businesses with tools and resources to support their business
  • Examines construction activity and anticipates potential business impacts
  • Addresses operational business needs and concerns
  • Works with businesses to minimize disruptions during construction activities

Lesli Leath
Business Relationship Manager
Office: 240-695-9269
business@purplelinemd.com

Marlene Veras
Business Engagement Officer - Prince George’s County
Office: 443-802-1608
Bilingual: Spanish

Minh Diep
Business Engagement Officer - Montgomery County
Office: 551-206-5889