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Tompkins Chamber and Convention & Visitors Bureau Relocating to Ithaca's Growing West End
Full Announcement sent to Members & Tourism Partners Monday
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This Week's Chamber Events |
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Small Business Roundtable
November 17 | 9:00-10:30am
at Buffalo Street Books
Small Business Roundtable events are open to owners of small businesses with less than 50 employees. Spend time with peer small business owners to share your experiences, opportunities, and challenges, especially as we move through recovery from the pandemic together.
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Not-for-Profit Industry Insights
November 18 | 12:00-1:30pm
at Ithaca Beer
We will explore how the pandemic forced all not-for-profits to change and adapt their operations and strategies in a very short period of time. Our panelists will discuss how their organizations responded to the challenges and opportunities and what lessons were learned.
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Join us for our BIG end of the year event! |
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Registration now open for the
Great Big Chamber Thank You
hosted at the State Theatre in Ithaca
Join us for a celebratory, fast moving, entertaining event that keeps folks engaged and helps wrap up the year with warmth and gratitude. The evening will include ways to support local businesses and non-profit organizations alike! Throughout the evening you'll hear from Chamber members and stakeholders as they give their "Great Big Thank Yous" on stage. Sponsor support/group ticket reservations will be available for Chamber members who wish to participate in the Great Big Thank You!
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The Latest News & Updates |
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Tompkins County and Tompkins Chamber Foundation Awarded $300,000 Grant to Develop New Tompkins County Microenterprise Assistance Program
The program seeks to support startup microenterprises with fifty percent or more of the allocated grant funds, and will focus on rural areas in Tompkins County, as well as development of childcare businesses, agricultural and tourism businesses, and minority- and woman- owned businesses. Program objectives include serving low- and moderate-income microenterprise business owners directly or supporting the creation of new jobs made available to low-moderate income residents of Tompkins County.
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City of Ithaca Invites Community to Submit Names for New Department to Manage Public Safety Functions More Info >
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Planning Board Recap:
Cliff Street Retreat, revised Cayuga Park plans receive approval
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Fab5 Awards celebrate the achievement of Tompkins County young professionals, ages 21-40, who are growing and excelling in their respective fields and in the community. This year, we're seeking young professionals who have been able to shine and excel despite the unprecedented challenges our community has faced over the last year and a half.
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Three Upcoming Grant Deadlines
Grants For Arts Programs- for 2022 events open to the Tompkins County general public projects. Due Dec. 6
Artist in Community Grant- for artists to create new work and share it in a significant way with the community. Due Dec. 13
Arts Education Grant- for in-school residencies or after school programs in 2022 projects. Due Dec. 20
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Tompkins Together Campaign
Working in the hospitality industry is not easy, made even more challenging by the changes brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. To ensure hospitality workers know their work is valued and appreciated, Visit Ithaca, Tompkins Chamber, and the Downtown Ithaca Alliance have launched a campaign to support people working in the industry. You will see posters, window clings and messages across Ithaca and the surrounding communities. If you are interested in showing support and encouraging kindness at your business, request materials through this form or direct download here.
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$100 Million Tourism Return-to-Work Grant
Qualifying tourism businesses will be eligible for grants of up to $5,000 per net new full-time employee, or $2,500 per net new part-time employee. More information, including a sign-up for program-related email alerts, is available here.
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Important EIDL Deadline Update
The deadline for Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) applications is December 31, 2021.
It is strongly recommended you apply as soon as possible.
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Are you exporting or planning to export? Are you familiar with export financing support programs?
Wednesday, November 17 | 9:00-10:30am
Virtual platform via Microsoft TEAMS
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On-the-Job Training Grant Program
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. There is still over $75,000 in funding available.
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Please, share with appropriate referrals/candidates!
Hiring? Send us a link to your job posting at npotenza@tompkinschamber.org, AND tag #workinithaca when you post on social media.
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View COVID-19 Business Resources |
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Our team is here to help.
Note: Our East Shore Dr. office is staffed most weekdays from 10-4pm for pick up or delivery, and our entire team is available by appointment. Please call 607-273-7080 during normal business hours.
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