Jarvae’s Event Venue LLC | Application Preview
Jarvae’s Event Venue LLC is applying for government grant funding to help launch and sustain its event venue during the critical first year of operations. The requested funds will be used for renovations, equipment, licensing, marketing efforts, and to cover early operational costs. This includes:
- $30K–$50K for building renovations (floors, lighting, fire safety)
- $20K–$30K for furniture and decor (tables, linens, chairs)
- $10K–$20K for technology (sound system, AV equipment, Wi-Fi)
- $6K–$12K for permits, licenses, and insurance
- $10K–$15K for branding and marketing (website, social media, launch campaign)
- $15K–$25K for working capital (rent, staffing, utilities)
The goal is to open on time, ensure smooth operations, and reach profitability within the first year. The venue will serve as an affordable, flexible space for weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, and community gatherings.
The business plan outlines a phased growth strategy:
- Year 1: Launch, build vendor partnerships, book 8–14 events per month, reach profitability
- Year 2: Add in-house services (decor, bar), introduce membership packages, secure recurring contracts
- Year 3: Expand marketing to attract corporate and wedding clients, host signature events, build savings for a second location
- Year 4: Expand staff, finalize second location, increase revenue by 50% over Year 2
- Year 5: Open second or owned location, grow brand recognition, target $350K+ in annual revenue
The business model is financially sound, with projected revenue of $163K in year one, $285K+ with growth, and $350K+ by year five. Revenue will come from space rentals, vendor commissions, and hosted events.
The venue will generate positive community impact by partnering with local small businesses like caterers and photographers, offering an accessible space for families and nonprofits, and reinvesting in the local economy.
The founder brings personal resilience and leadership shaped by surviving breast cancer and overcoming adversity. Her commitment to the business is long-term, with a vision to eventually own the property, reducing overhead and enabling custom-built features.
Against competitors, Jarvae’s stands out by offering flexible vendor options, “just right” mid-size space, transparent pricing, and a strong focus on community use—not just weddings or high-end events. This meets a demand in the market for a flexible, inclusive, mid-sized venue that serves both private and public needs.
In summary, this grant funding would directly support the launch of a viable, mission-driven business with strong growth potential and deep community roots.
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General Information
Business Registration Number: 39-4230397
Location: Brandon, FL, United States
Length of Operation: 1-5
Number of Employees: 1-10 Employees
Annual Gross Income: $100k to $250k
Annual Gross Expense: $100k to $250k
Open to Loans: YES
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Funding Usage
Jarvae’s Event Venue LLC, is requesting Fundy to successfully launch and sustain the business. During its first year. The funds will be used, strategically across renovations, equipment, licensing, marketing, and working To ensure the venue opens on time, operate smoothly, and achieve profitability in one year. Build out and renovations 30,000 to 50,000 preparing the venue space including wall improvements, flooring, lighting and assuring fire safety compliance furniture and decor 20 miles into 30,000 event essentials such as tables, chairs, linens, chargers, and decor that allows the venue to hold a wide range of gathering technology and equipment 10,000 to 20,000 sound system microphone smart TV Wi-Fi AV set up to provide a professional event experience, licenses, permits and insurance 6000 to 12,000 business tax receipt, zoning, approvals liability and liquor, liability coverage and other compliance requirements marketing and branding 10,000 to 15,000 launch campaign, including website development, branding, photography and social media advertising to attract early booking. working 15,000 to 25,000 reserve funds for rent utilities and staffing during the first few months before revenue stabilizes.. This funding will ensure the venue is fully equipped in event ready by opening day, build strong brand, visibility and generate consistent early booking, provide a financial cushion to cover operational expenses, while the business scales positions the business to reach profitability in one year and expand over the next five years
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Business Plan
Year, one successfully launch and operate the venue build vendor partnerships with caterers DJs photographers bartenders and decor. Focus on consistent booking 8 to 14 events per month achieve probability by keeping expenses lien and driving Repeat clients .Year two service expansion , introduce additional in-house services, a decor package a V Upgrade Bedford station in a bar service, launch membership packet for repeat clients, secure, corporate, and nonprofit contracts for recurring events, increase booking by at least least 25% compared to year one. Year three marketing and community growth scale, marketing regionally to attract large weddings and corporate clients., partner with schools, churches and nonprofits for reoccurring ceremony, fundraisers, and cultural programs, begin hosting signature annual events, Bridal expo networking mixers to establish a brand recognition, build savings towards a second location or to buy my own location, year, four expansion preparation, expand staff and contractor network to handle larger events, add more in-house services Photo Booth rentals event planning packages, finalize a new location and financing, increase overall revenue by 50% compared to year two. Year five open my own space or get second location in Hillsborough County or surrounding areas strengthen the brand as a go to event hub for weddings, corporate functions, and community gatherings continue to expand hosted events with sponsorships and media coverage position the company as sustainable., business should be generating 350K plus annual revenue Jarvae’s Event Venue LLC , has a clear sustainable business model with multiple income streams: space rental, in-house, vendor commissions, and hosted events. Projection shows profitability in one year with gross annual revenue growing from $163K(conservative) to $285K +(growth plan) and up to 350 K by year five. This financial strength ensures that an investment will be leveraged effectively. 2. Community and economic impact: this business is not just about events. It’s about community empowerment by partnering with local caterers DJs, photographers and bartenders. The venue creates opportunities for other small businesses to earn income.. families nonprofits will have access to an affordable stylish and flexible. Space to celebrate milestones, fundraisers, and connect.. every dollar invested multiplies in impact across the community. 3. Leadership and resilience: as a breast cancer survivor a mother 3 and a woman who has overcome personal loss and adversity. I bring resilience, determination and vision to this venue. My story proves that I can face challenges head on and continue to build. This strength is the same forest driving Jarvae’s Event Venue towards long-term success. 4. Long-term growth through ownership instead of leasing indefinitely or opening multiple locations. My five-year plan is to purchase land and build a custom event venue. This approach provides equity and asset ownership. The property itself becomes a long-term asset, lower long-term cost eliminates rising rent in cam charges, custom design, a space tailored for events in increasing capacity in services, stability for growth ensure the business can expand offering bar services, decor, rentals, vendor, kitchens, without landlord restriction.
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Self Identified Competition
my top three competitors in my area are LeVenue Brandon large elegant venue 12,000 ft.² that includes decor as part of the package they offer multi event type weddings Kinsey and Suite 16, etc. their strengths they have big size inclusive decor makes it easier for clients their weaknesses likely higher cost Lecks flexibility on vendor selection, maybe possibly harder to book because of its size/popularity. The next venue is the loft event lounge, all inclusive style venue, rental set up decor, catering, Dj cleanup our handled their strength convenience for clients who want everything handled less planning stress their weakness less flexibility clients may want to bring on vendors or customize heavily. Probably premium pricing for full package. And then the last one Brandon event space smaller more intimate space 50 seated guest to 75 standing with kitchen tables and chairs included their strength more affordable, good for smaller gatherings, less intimidating space ease of access their weakness limited capacity so you can’t hold large events, fewer upscale and amenities may not appeal to clients looking for a large premium set up. What makes me different is that I would allow clients to choose their own vendors caterer Dj photographer bartender while also offering a preferred vendor list with discounts and trusted partners. This creates freedom and reliability for clients. My venue is designed for midsize events not too small, but not massive which appeals to families, nonprofits, and small businesses. I’m filling a just right market gap I offer clear rental blocks in overtime rates with optional add-ons tables, linens, decor, AV spelled out upfront clients no exactly what they’re paying for. Most competitors focus on weddings and luxury events or corporate gatherings. JarvaeEventVenue is built to also serve community events, fundraisers schools and nonprofits by being affordable and accessible. We will stand out as a true community hub. And then, of course, my long-term goal is to buy land and build a custom facility, ensuring sustainability lower long-term rental.
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