Dear Chamber Members,

As Executive Director of the OPRF Chamber, I often joke that I have the luckiest job in town. Every day, I get to witness the magic of our business community—owners taking bold steps, new connections turning into collaborations, and ideas transforming into real impact. It’s a front-row seat to the best show in town, where success isn’t just about hard work, but also about being in the right place at the right time, surrounded by the right people.

One of the luckiest opportunities for businesses right now is Oak Park NEXT, our brand-new youth internship program designed to connect local businesses with eager, young talent. This program is a win-win: businesses get motivated interns while shaping the future workforce, and students gain real-world experience that sets them up for success. But don’t leave your business’s luck to chance—the deadline to apply for the summer cohort is March 19. If you’re looking for an extra set of hands and want to invest in the next generation, now’s the time to get involved. That’s what the Chamber Advantage is all about—helping you find those golden opportunities that make a real difference.

Best,

Darien Marion-Burton

Executive Director

Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce

OAK PARK NEXT Applications due WEDNESDAY!!

Time is running out to apply for Oak Park NEXT, our new youth internship program designed to connect local businesses with motivated young talent. This is a unique opportunity to bring in extra hands for the summer while mentoring and shaping the future workforce.

The deadline for businesses to apply is Wednesday, March 19. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this impactful program. Apply today and invest in the future of Oak Park’s workforce.

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Explore what's in store, including fun and educational activities happening throughout.

Make sure you don’t miss out on the excitement!

COMING UP THIS WEEK

PLAN FOR YOUR MONTH

COMMUNITY HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR

Vendor and sponsor registration is now open for the 9th Annual Community Health & Wellness Fair.

Why Join?

• Marketing – Reach 70,000+ through event promotions.
• Networking – Connect with 80+ health-related businesses.
• Affordable – Vendor booths start at $200 for members and $650 for non-members.

Spots are limited! Click below or contact us for details.

A note if you received a recent email requesting donations for sponsorship from OPRF High School. This recent email was not from Oak Park and River Forest High School. Any communication from OPRF will come from an oprfhs.org email address. Please disregard emails claiming to be from Oak Park & River Forest High School that do NOT come from an oprfhs.org email address.

Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce

141 S Oak Park Avenue, Suite 3 Oak Park, IL 60302

708.613.0550 | info@oprfchamber.org | www.oprfchamber.org