Monthly Newsletter | October 2025

 

See what's happening this month.


October 9 | Annual Chamber Trap Shoot


October 10 | Ribbon Cutting: Mark's Mattress


October 22 | Ribbon Cutting: Green Door Crisis Center


October 22 | Chamber Luncheon


October 24 | Southwest Indiana Regional Women's Conference


October 28 | Roadside Stand & Home-Based Vendor Workshop

NEW MEMBERS


Lange Landscape Company


Lawrence County Health Department


Helen Seirp


Mark's Mattress Outlet


StaffQuick

MEMBER JOB POSTINGS


Good Samaritan - Multiple Positions


KCARC - Multiple Positions


Lawrence Co. Memorial Hospital - Multiple Positions


Farbest Foods, Inc. - Multiple Positions


Guardian Angel Home Health Care - Home Health Aide, CNA, & Personal Care Aide


Is your business hiring? Send us your job postings!

FEATURED MEMBER BENEFIT


Ribbon Cutting and/or Anniversary Boost


Did you know that the Chamber offers Ribbon Cuttings & Anniversary Boosts to help your business shine? Whether you're opening a new location, expanding services, or celebrating a milestone anniversary, we're here to help you make it a moment your customers won't forget!

 

2025 Annual Southwest Regional Women's Conference

October 24, 2025

Join us on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Santa's Lodge in Santa Claus, IN, for an inspiring day of learning, networking, and fun! This event is a collaboration between Chambers of Commerce from across the region.


Individual tickets are $50, and registration is open now!

Roadside Stand & Home-Based Vendors Workshop

October 28, 2025

Discover the secrets and access the resources to launch or expand your vendor business in Knox County, IN, at this event by our Chamber member, Daisy Do Write!


Join us as the Chamber (and many other amazing community resources) present and share their knowledge.

October Chamber Luncheon

Connect with fellow Chamber members and community leaders at our upcoming

October Chamber Luncheon,

programmed sponsored by Vincennes Township Fire Department!


This luncheon will be held on Wednesday, October 22 at 12 PM at KCARC 1972.

You MUST pre-register to attend this event, and lunch is $10/person.

Mark's Mattress

October 10, at 11 AM ET

Join us as we celebrate Mark's Mattress and their big move to a new location (1725 North 6th Street, Vincennes, IN).


Green Door Crisis Center

October 22, at 9:30 AM ET

Join us as we celebrate the new renovations & expanded services at the Green Door Crisis Center, operated by Family Health Center!

Grant/Funding Opportunities
 

Charitable Giving Foundation

Each year, Sparklight awards $250,000 in grants to nonprofits that are helping communities grow stronger and more connected.


Beginning Oct. 1, organizations can submit applications for fall 2025 grants

through Oct. 31st.

T-Mobile Hometown Grants


T-Mobile's Hometown Grants program is a five-year, $25 million initiative supporting community development projects in small towns across the U.S.


Each quarter, up to 25 grants of up to $50,000 are awarded to projects that enhance community spaces - such as technology upgrades, outdoor areas, arts initiatives, and community centers.


Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

New Hires/Promotions/Recognition

Courtney Welage

Pace Community Action Agency

Congratulations to Communications Manager at Pace, Courtney Welage, for being selected to serve as the representative for Region 5 on the National Community Action Partnership's Young Professionals Advisory Committee.


Congratulations Courtney!

The Knox County Chamber of Commerce supports the growth and development of businesses within our community. Below are opportunities from around our region that offer resources, education, networking, and guidance to help local businesses thrive and expand.

Buying a Business 101

Live Webinar | 10/7 @ 1:00 PM

Learn how to evaluate financials, work with brokers, handle negotiations, and understand agreements to buy a business.


Loans, Grants, and Other Funding Options for Women-Owned Businesses

Live Webinar | 10/14 @ 1:00 PM

In this webinar, you'll learn about the funding landscape for women-owned businesses, including traditional bank loans, SBA options, crowdfunding strategies, grants, and much more.


October 2025 Chamber Luncheon

KCARC 1972| 10/22 @ 12:00 PM

Connect with fellow Chamber and community members at this great opportunity to build relationships, stay informed, and engage with topics that impact our community.


Southwest Indiana Regional Women's Conference

Santa Claus, IN| 10/24 @ 9:30 AM CDT

Join the Knox Co. Chamber (and several surrounding Chambers) for the 5th Annual Southwest Indiana Regional Women's Conference - a day of learning, networking,

and fun!

How to Write a One-Page Business Plan

Live Webinar| 10/9 @ 1:00 PM

Learn how to build a simple business plan you'll actually use, a plan that connects your vision, mindset, and daily actions.


Optimize Your Website for AI Search

Live Webinar | 10/16 @ 1:00 PM

It's not enough to know how AI search works, you need to make sure that your website is ready for it. If your site isn't optimized, you're missing chances to get found.



What's New in AI?

Live Webinar | 10/23 @ 1:00 PM

In this webinar, the expert will cut through the AI hype and show you the latest AI tools and strategies that are actually helping small businesses right now.


Save Thousands with Smart Bookkeeping

Live Webinar| 10/28 @ 1:00 PM

You'll learn how to create profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and other essential reports, along with tips to streamline your process and avoid costly mistakes.




 

Did you know that the Knox County Chamber of Commerce has a FREE Community Calendar on our website? ANY organization or group can post events there, not just our Chamber members! This is a great resource to market your event and hit various audiences.

Click the button below to upload your event!
 
702 Main St.
P.O. Box 553
Vincennes, IN. 47591
Phone: 812-882-6440
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