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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    963 Bonifant Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910

    Kefa Café

    Known by many as a Bonifant Street institution, Kefa Café has offered friendly service and gourmet Ethiopian coffee since 1996.  Owned and operated by sisters Lena and Abeba Tsegay, Kefa Café’s goal is to create a dining experience that resembles a visit with family or friends. 

    Kefa Café prides itself on its relationships with locally sourced farmers and roasters and on offering organic products that taste good and are reasonably priced. 

    If you are looking for breakfast, lunch, or brunch in Silver Spring, visit Kefa Cafe Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Catering is also available.

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    1835 University Blvd E #220, Hyattsville, MD, 20783

    MRB Counseling Services

    MRB Counseling Services was founded in 2007 and opened its Hyattsville office in 2010.  Named for its founder and CEO, Maria R. Bustos, MRB Counseling aims to provide local communities with English and Spanish mental health and substance abuse services. Their mission is to make these services accessible to the Hispanic population, which they consider historically underserved.

    In addition to individual and family counseling for those undergoing addiction recovery, MRB Counseling offers anger management classes and online Safe and Sober and Driver Improvement Class authorized by the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration.

    MRB Counseling Services is open Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Other locations include Frederick and Gaithersburg.  For an appointment, please call  301-326-4356 or visit online.

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    938 Bonifant Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910

    Daje Wellness and Spa

    Daje Wellness and Spa, opened in November 2024, proudly offers the Bonifant community a touch of Moroccan self-care.

    Founded by Beth Mekonnen, a software engineer by day, Daje offers a space where the local Ethiopian community and others can experience spa treatments like the traditional Moroccan bath, an essential self-care practice in Ethiopia. Full-service spa treatments, sauna, steam room, facials, massages, and other skin care services are also available. 

    Visit Daje Wellness and Spa Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Spa packages and various treatments can be booked online, or purchase an eGift Card for any occasion.

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    1401 University Blvd E #G31 and G24, Hyattsville, MD, 20783

    Glee Bridal’s and Gift Shop

    Glee Bridal’s and Gift Shop Plus opened in La Union Mall in 2022, combining the offerings of a charming gift shop and a stylish clothing boutique to celebrate rich Guatemalan culture and traditions. Owner Eilleen Aquino’s passion lies in the connections she creates with her clients in celebrating social events such as quinceañeras, baptisms, weddings, and first communions.

    According to Aquino, the most rewarding aspect of her work is witnessing the joy as customers discover the dress of their dreams.  Glee is proud to be a one-stop destination for everything its customers need to make social events memorable. Browse the extensive inventory at Glee Bridal’s and Gift Shop Plus, daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.  For appointments, call 202-940-3007. 

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
business@purplelinemd.com

Marlene Veras
Business Engagement Officer - Prince George’s County
Bilingual: Spanish

Minh Diep
Business Engagement Officer - Montgomery County