Resource Center

The Resource Center is a collection of resources for garment manufacturing and garment specialty businesses, community members, and general industry information.

Finding information about grants, NYC government updates, and industry news can be time consuming so we have brought this information together in one place.

This page was updated in January 2026 and will be kept current so check back from time to time.

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For Businesses

CFDA x NY Forward Grant Fund

The program is designed to drive innovation, strengthen local production, and ensure the Garment District remains a vital hub for the fashion industry. Go to the CFDA program page for full details.

  • The program is designed to drive innovation, strengthen local production, and ensure the Garment District remains a vital hub for the fashion industry.

  • The grant fund provides partially matching support of up to two-thirds (⅔) of eligible costs for new machinery and directly related expenses limited to machinery-tied capital improvements, required associated software, and training.

  • Eligible businesses include contract manufacturers of fashion products, manufacturers of innovative fabrics or materials, or brands with small-batch in-house production. Certified minority- and women-owned businesses that meet these criteria are encouraged to apply.

  • Eligible businesses must lease or own production space within the Garment District Strategic Investment Area, from 34th to 42nd Street and 5th to 9th Avenue, excluding Bryant Park.

  • The fund is scheduled to launch in 2026, with additional details to be shared closer to that time. To receive updates, please complete this interest form on the CFDA site.