All The Things We Love | Application Preview
All The Things We Love is applying for government grants to support the establishment of a creative space in Lubbock. The funding will be used primarily for equipment and rent. The detailed equipment budget totals $17,989.61 and includes essential items like refrigerators, mixers, pans, and worktables. The business seeks to secure six months of rent, estimated at $30,000, as it aims to create a welcoming atmosphere in a high-traffic location.
The business plan outlines several key initiatives. First, location scouting will focus on finding a suitable venue, followed by a marketing campaign to build brand awareness through social media, local advertising, and collaborations with local bakers. Introductory cake decorating classes will be offered to attract customers and gauge interest, while a boutique selling party gifts and themed merchandise will enhance the shopping experience.
Community engagement is a priority, with plans to host various events, workshops, and fundraisers. All The Things We Love aims to establish a strong online presence and contribute to the local community through charitable partnerships and volunteer efforts.
The application emphasizes the unique opportunity to create a space in Lubbock that supports creativity and social interaction, filling a gap in the local market currently dominated by offerings like pottery painting. By focusing on cake decorating and broadening the types of creative classes, All The Things We Love aims to become a valued destination and contribute positively to the community’s growth. The founder's deep local roots and genuine passion for the project further strengthen the appeal for funding.
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General Information
Business Registration Number: 32081380373
Location: Lubbock, TX, TX, United States
Length of Operation: 1-5
Number of Employees: 1-10 Employees
Annual Gross Income: Less than $100k
Annual Gross Expense: Less than $100k
Open to Loans: YES
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Funding Usage
Equipment with pricing • Reach in Refrigerator - $3649.00 • Freezer Chest - $679.00 • Shelving - $200 • Convectional x2 - $5000 • Steel worktable x 2 - $179 • Floor Mixer - $1799.00 • Stand Mixer - $849.00 • Sheet pans (bulk) – 65.89 • Mini cake pans x30 – $2.55 • Regular cake pans x30- $2.99 • Revolving turntable x30 - $8.00 • Cake spatulas and utensils - $40.00 • Piping bags (bulk) x2 - $6.26 • Piping tips (bulk) - $30.00 • Cake level x2 - $10.00 • Janitorial - $300.00 • Building equipment - $5000.00 Total: 17,989.61 Rent With the south of Lubbock expanding, I want All The Things We Love to be a part of it. The minimum I am wanting to pay for rent is $2500.00 and the maximum $5000.00. When asking for funding, I am wanting it to include 6 months of rent. If based on the max amount of rent that I am wanting, I would need $30,000.
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Business Plan
Location scouting and setup: Secure a suitable location in a high-traffic area with ample parking. Invest in decorating the space to create an inviting and inspiring atmosphere. Building brand awareness: Launch a marketing campaign to introduce "All The Things We Love" to the community. Utilize social media, local advertising, and partnerships with local bakers to teach classes to promote them and also draw in some of their customers. Offer introductory classes: Start with a few cake decorating classes and events to gauge interest and gather feedback from customers. Also allowing different types of creative classes to take place. Develop the boutique: Curate a selection of party gifts, jewelry, and T-shirts to sell in the front of the store; Making it almost like a private shopping event for the different parties. Community engagement: Host community events, workshops, school and church organization meetings, and fundraisers to foster a sense of belonging and connection Expand online presence: Invest in a robust online presence, including a user-friendly website and active social media profiles. Give back to the community: Establish initiatives to give back to the community through charitable partnerships, donations, and volunteer work. I want this business to be fully a part of the Lubbock community. I also would like to join different organizations like the Chamber of Commerce and other organizations to be able to donate time and services. By following this growth plan, All The Things We Love can become a beloved destination in Lubbock and beyond, offering a unique and memorable experience for customers while contributing positively to the local community. Being born and raised in Lubbock I have seen the expansion and growth and I want to be a part of that. This is something Lubbock has never seen before and would have a successful welcome. The idea of having a creative space for parties and events is something Lubbock is in desperate need of during this era of growth. The name All the Things We Love might be a mouthful to say but I promise it was purposely picked out based on the fact that I want to share with the people in my community all the things I love and am passionate. I need help to provide a fun, positive, and creative place for all kinds of people and groups to come together and express themselves in a unique creative way.
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Self Identified Competition
There is currently nothing like All The Things We Love in Lubbock. The closest thing is Clay Cafe but they focus on painting pottery and are not event and party-based. All The Things We Love, LLC focuses on cake decorating parties and cake decorating classes but I want it to be a creative space for all kinds of things and classes, not limiting this business and its opportunities.
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