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As you all know, our ability to host a typical gala is not possible in January. We are disappointed because not only is that event so much fun, it is also a significant fundraiser for the Chamber. Rather than try to host this event virtually, we have taken the opportunity to create something new for 2021.
We are excited to host Wonka's Golden Envelopes. This is a raffle fundraiser with a VIP party where the raffle will be live-streamed.
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HOW IT WORKS:
Participants donate the amount shown on an envelope and are entered into a drawing to win one of 50+ baskets or cash prizes. The amount donated determines the amount of entries in the drawing. Envelopes number 1-200. For example, envelope #1 will cost $1 and will give you 1 chance to win a prize. Envelope #30 will cost $30 and will give you 30 chances to win prizes. There is no limit to how many prizes you can win!
HOW YOU CAN HELP:
Envelopes and VIP party tickets will go on sale in January.
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Thank you to our businesses who have donated to the McHenry Delivers Campaign. We will continue announcing winners each week, even into the new year. Remember to turn in your receipts by Friday each week for your chance to win!
WINNERS
Week 1 - Lilli Woo, receipt from Steffan's Jewelers, chose a gift card from Plum Garden, donated by Becky Kirchner - ReMax Plaza
Week 2 - Lydia Johnson, receipt from Fiddlestiks, chose a gift card from Green Street Cafe, donated by University Movers
Week 3 - Jason Studt, receipt from Hub Market, will choose a gift card donated by K-Adams Foto
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- Are you interested in hosting a virtual lunch and learn or webinar?
- Want to celebrate an anniversary or special event with a ribbon cutting?
Get your event on the calendar.
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MCHS Presents New Campus Transition Update to Community
What: Dr. Ryan McTague, Dr. Jeff Prickett and Carl Vallianatos gave a broad update to the community on the massive construction and renovation project for District 156 along with plans to transition to a one school, two-campus model during an hour-long virtual livestream presentation Dec. 8.
The program includes an update on progress to renovate both East Campus and West Campus, along with building a new 70,000-square-foot Center for Science, Technology and Industry at West Campus. It also includes all of the planning involved in transitioning East to the Freshman Campus and West to the Upper Campus, starting with the 2021-22 school year.
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Small Businesses Eligible for COVID-19 Relief Grants
What: The McHenry County Small Business Transformation Program is offering a grant program for small businesses to help aid in transforming, shifting or pivoting business models or operations toward profitability. Offer grants in the amount of $15,000-$50,000 will be awarded to small businesses based on an initial lottery (depending on number of applicants) and then those selected will be reviewed and awarded. There is approximately $350,000 available for funding.
The application window opened December 1, 2020 and will be accepting applications until December 31, 2020. There is a long list of eligibility requirements. A few of those requirements have been listed below:
- Businesses must have a brick-and-mortar presence in McHenry County
- Located in areas considered to be low-to-moderate income areas
- 5-49 employees
- Must have been in operation for 2 years as of 10/01/2020
- Must have been profitable in 2019
To see a full list of eligibility requirements as well as the application form click here.
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IRAEF Restaurant Relief Fund Grant
What: The Restaurant Employee Relief fund is a program that was set up by the Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (IRAEF). This fund provides one-time grants of $500 to support restaurant employees facing hardship due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. The application window is currently open and will expire 10/19/2021 or when all funds have been awarded.
Grants can be used to cover basic living expenses such as rent, food, and utilities. The two requirements for the grant are as follows:
- Diagnosed with COVID-19, or a caregiver for an immediate family member who has been diagnosed with COVID-19 or quarantined with a doctor’s note.
- Out of work for three weeks or more without unemployment benefits
For more information on the grant and the application, click here.
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Happy Holidays from the CQ Concepts family!
What: Shop CQConcepts.com this holiday season for all your sanitizer needs. Enjoy a 10% discount now through the new year. Use code "Merry10" at checkout.
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Help Home of the Sparrow Give a Gift of Hope this Holiday Season!
What: Help Home of the Sparrow Give a Gift of Hope this Holiday Season to help change the lives of homeless women and children in McHenry County and Northern Illinois. Donate today at www.hosparrow.org/donate
When: Donate until December 31st, 2020
For more information, contact: Debbie DeGraw, Vice President of Marketing and Development at (815)271-5444 x227 or [email protected]
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Paycheck Protection Program webinar -Stimulus Bill, Paycheck Protection Program & Taxes
What: Presented by Porte Brown, this PPP webinar is highly recommended for any business that received the PPP loan - especially since congressional lawmakers appear to be nearing a deal to combine an appropriations bill extending government funding with a COVID-19 relief package.
Porte Brown's senior managers, Mark Gallegos and Megan Angle, will cover the following items:
- What is in the New Stimulus Bill?
- PPP Loan Forgiveness and Expense Deductibility
- PPP 2.0?
- Tax Extenders
- And More...
Please feel free to send the webinar registration link to anyone who has questions or concerns about their PPP loan.
When: Tuesday, December 22, 2020 from 2pm - 3pm
For more information, contact: Porte Brown at 815-385-1120
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Fitness 120 Presents an Open House!
What: Join us for a New Years Eve workout on us! Non-members welcome!
When: Thursday 12/31/20 from 8am-12pm
Where: 2192 Route 120, McHenry
For more information, contact: Brian Irmiter at 815-679-6520
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