Women in Business Roundtable
Thursday, July 1 | 3:30-5:00pm
at the Treman Center

Join us for our next Women in Business Roundtable session - hosted by the Treman Center! Gather for a fun and supportive networking opportunity with other women from the Chamber network. Any Chamber member business owners, leaders, or team members, who identify as women are welcome at our roundtable discussions.
Welcome Home Wednesdays
Wednesday, July 7 | 5:30-7:00pm
at Stewart Park

Have you relocated to the area in the past year to live or work in Tompkins County? Are you interested in learning more about what Tompkins County has to offer a first time resident or someone returning after years away? 
Recovery Friendly Employers and the On the Job Training Grant
Wednesday, July 14 | 12:00-1:30pm
via Zoom

Join us to discuss a unique nonprofit collaboration intended to benefit our area workforce and employers. The Healthy Workforce Network offers educational and training supports to individuals in recovery, helps explore career opportunities, and helps develop and maintain a base of recovery friendly employers in Tompkins County.
Networking @ Noon: Education and Childcare Industry Insights
Thursday, July 22 | 12:00-1:30pm

We'll host our return to *IN PERSON* monthly networking industry events, with a focus on Education and Childcare Industry Insights! Our event will take place at the newly owned and operated RaNic Golf Club, with catering by on site restaurant Parrilla. 
SAVE THE DATES!
Annual Chamber Golf Tournament

Save the date and get your team ready for the Tompkins Chamber Golf Tournament at RaNIc Golf Club!
Member Updates & Events, Development News
We provide a weekly roundup of member news. To have something included, email Nana.
Recent Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies
The William Henry Miller Inn
Celebrating the 2nd anniversary under new ownership at The William Henry Miller Inn! After many updates, the Inn continues to provide a welcoming and unique experience in a historic mansion in the heart of downtown Ithaca.
Castle Service of Ithaca
Celebrating the expansion of Castle Services of Ithaca. They offer a standard of excellence in house and office maintenance to Ithaca professionals, including custom cleaning, plumbing, electrical, and custom carpentry for both home and office.
Liquid State Brewing
Celebrating the addition of a new events space at Liquid State Brewing, along with the year round partnership with Silo Food Truck.
Silo Food Truck
Celebrating the addition of a larger food truck, expanded menu, and permanent residency for Silo Food Truck at Liquid State Brewing.
Racker Rival Big Red is back!

Racker Rivals Big Red is returning for its eighth year on August 14, 2021! This spirited exhibition hockey game pairs NHL stars, Cornell Hockey alumni, and local celebrities to support programs for children with disabilities in our community.
Hangar Theatre Outdoors
Once | July 1-17

Hit award-winning musical! Book by Enda Walsh with music and lyrics by Glen Hansard & Markéta Irglová. Directed by Hangar Artistic Director Shirley Serotsky. Seats are limited, and tickets must be purchased in advance. 
This funding is intended to support people in recovery receiving educational and training supports, new or expanded job opportunities, and maintaining a recovery friendly employer base in Tompkins County.
NYS Business
Recovery Programs
COVID-19
Relief Options
Pandemic Small Business
Recovery Grant Program
$800 million in funding for small businesses - including for-profit arts and cultural institutions that were impacted by the pandemic. LEARN MORE >
Restaurant Resiliency Program
$25 million in grant funding to support restaurants that provide meals to distressed and under-represented communities. LEARN MORE >

Restaurant Return-To-Work Tax Credit
For small, independently owned restaurants within New York City or any area in New York State designated by the NYS Department of Health as either an Orange or a Red zone for at least 30 consecutive days.

New York Forward Loan Fund (NYFLF)
The New York Forward Loan Fund (NYFLF) is an economic recovery loan program aimed at supporting New York State small businesses, nonprofits and small residential landlords. LEARN MORE >
Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)
This loan provides economic relief to small businesses and nonprofit organizations that are currently experiencing a temporary loss of revenue.

Shuttered Venue Operators Grant
This grant provides emergency assistance for eligible venues affected by COVID-19. LEARN MORE >

SBA Debt Relief
SBA offers debt relief to existing SBA loan borrowers whose businesses have been impacted by COVID-19. LEARN MORE >

Cross-program Eligibility on SBA
COVID-19 Relief Options
A summary of the criteria to meet when considering different funding options. LEARN MORE >
COVID-19 Vaccines & Updates
Essential Workers
Our team is here to help.

Just call the Chamber at 607-273-7080, or email us at info@tompkinschamber.org. For specific need areas:

Sarah Barden, Member Relationship Manager
Carly Hansen, Director of Operations & HR
Diane Hemly, Office Manager & Bookkeeper
Jordan Herson, Marketing & Communications Specialist
Nana Potenza, Business & Workforce Development Specialist
Jennifer Tavares, CEcD, President & CEO
David Walton, Event & Program Manager

Note: Our East Shore Dr. office is staffed most weekdays from 9-5 for pick up or delivery, and our entire team is available by appointment. Please call 607-273-7080 during normal business hours.