Public Markets

The public market will provide business incubation opportunities for businesses and create permanent jobs, helping low-income

individuals in the area become economically self-sufficient. It provides an ideal low-cost entry point for starting a business. As an

engine of economic growth, the individual businesses will also create much needed permanent jobs for the community. While

empowering low income individuals through micro-enterprise and employment opportunities, the public market will also build a

community asset and provide a venue for community members to access affordable, nutritious and culturally-appropriate food.

The East Hollwyood area is culturally and ethnically diverse comprising predominantly of Latino, Armenian and Thai

immigrants. We consider this tapestry of cultures a community asset. Indeed the multi-cultural aspect of the market will create

an authentic marketplace based on ethnic foods, artisanship and traditional products reflective of the diverse cultures of the area.

LA Times: Thai Town is looking up - The working-class area hopes to use its lively ethnic

shops and eateries to draw visitors and revitalize the community, Aug 2, 2007

UCLA in LA: Public Markets as a Tool for Immigrant Entrepreneurship and

Social Integration in East Hollywood, 2006

Now we are launching a capital campaign for the Thai Town Marketplace. Please join

a growing list of supports including the

There are several ways you could help start the market construction next year

The holiday season is around the corner and all of us are busy shopping around for

greeting cards. While you are thinking of which greeting card to send, why not pick a

card that will also benefit a cause elegantly?

3) Help us spread the word!

Thank you in advance for your support of the Thai Town Marketplace-a public market built and owned by the community!

Thai Community Development Center