May 11, 2022
Vol. 2.5.2
Weekly Chamber Update
43rd Business Awards Gala
Thank you for a Spectacular Evening!

Our 43rd Menifee Chamber Awards Gala was a tremendous success! We had a great time recognizing some of the individuals, organizations, and businesses for their contributions to the local community! View event highlights
Menifee Chamber Spirit Award

The Chamber Spirit Award recognizes the dedication of our frontline healthcare workers. Congratulations and thank you to Cheryl Fuchigami-Bost from Rady Children's Hospital, Jake Isenhour from Temecula Valley Hospital, and Jared Giles from Southwest Healthcare System. Two additional Spirit Award recipients, who were unable to attend, are Loma Linda University Medical Center, and Menifee Global Medical Center (KPC Health).
Chamber News & Events
Monday, May 23 @ 11:30 AM - Midday Mixer at Liberty High School

Join us for lunchtime networking at the brand new Liberty High School! Connect with local business leaders at Liberty High School's state-of-the-art facilities. Register here
Monday, June 20 @ Menifee Lakes Country Club - Golf Classic Tournament

The Menifee Chamber is partnering with Habitat for Humanity of Inland Valley to hold a charity golf tournament. Sponsorship opportunities are available as well as individual and group admissions. Register here
Vote for Storm! Ballpark Digest's Best Minor League Single-A Ballpark

Lake Elsinore Storm's Diamond Stadium is in the championship round against Atrium Health Ballpark for the title of Best Single-A Ballpark. Support a gem of Menifee and cast your vote today! Voting ends at midnight on May 12. Vote now!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Habitat for Humanity and Menifee Chamber Golf Classic

Are you interested in sponsoring the Golf Classic at Menifee Lakes Country Club? Sponsorship opportunities are limited so reserve your spot today! To become a sponsor, register on our event page and select the desired sponsorship level to proceed! Register here
Menifee Chamber Beer Garden @ Menifee Independence Day Celebration

We are seeking sponsors for our Beer Garden, which will occur during Menifee's Independence Day Celebration on June 25! Register here
Chamber Resources
Menifee Chamber Community Map in Development

The Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Lunar Cow Publishing to develop a map of Menifee and the surrounding areas. Chamber members will have the first opportunity to purchase advertising space for this publication. Visit our website for more information
Buy Employment Posters From the Chamber (English & Spanish)

Do you have the latest labor law poster? The Menifee Chamber has laminated posters that include a free update if anything changes. Purchase here
Healthcare-oriented and long-term care facilities can request Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) from the Menifee Valley Chamber. Click here to submit a PPE request.
CPR Classes Available at the Menifee Chamber
Businesses now have the opportunity to enroll in CPR classes. The Menifee Chamber will host CPR classes on a recurring basis. The next set of classes will be held on Saturday, March 5. Click here to register.
Community Updates
REALTOR Report for April 2022 Now Available

The latest housing market statistics in Southwest Riverside County are now available. April was another solid month in general with a few legislative victories for homeowners and realtors. Read full report
Saturday & Sunday, May 14 & 15 - Soboba Casino Resort Food Truck Fiesta

Soboba Casino Resort will be holding its 2nd Annual Food Truck Fiesta this weekend! Tickets include three $5 food credits two $5 drink credits and one raffle ticket. Get tickets here
Saturday, May 14, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM - ARTS Showcase

Join the Arts Council Menifee for their 10th annual Arts Showcase, hosted by Countryside Marketplace. This event will be a day of culture, arts, and music, and fun for the whole family. No tickets necessary to attend, just come by the pond area to enjoy artist showcases, live performances, and your local Menifee community! View event page
Thursday, May 19, 9:00 AM - Cookie with a Cop @ Crumbl Cookies

The Menifee Police department and Crumbl Cookies are inviting the public to meet the law enforcement officers who help keep our community safe!
Saturday, May 21 @ 8:00 AM - Boys & Girls Clubs of Inland Valley Annual Family 5K

Join the Boys & Girls Clubs of Inland Valley for their 1st Annual Family 5K at Lake Perris. Participants are welcome to complete the course at their own pace. Check-in and registration begins at 6:30 AM. Sign up here
Business Workshops
Tuesday, May 17 @ 5:00 PM - Digital Marketing Content Creation: Canva For Business

SCORE Inland Empire is holding a webinar focusing on helping small businesses utilize digital tools to improve their marketing. Attend this webinar to lear how to use Canva, make great-looking posts, create professional graphics, and how to use video. Register here
Wednesday, May 18 @ 10:00 AM - Doing Business with the County of Riverside

Attend this free webinar hosted by IESBDC to learn how a contractor can do business with Riverside County. Learn about the available bid opportunities from local government agencies as well as subcontractor requirements and policies. Register here
Thursday, May 19 @ 9:00 AM - Reach Customers Online with Google

IESBDC will be holding a free two-hour workshop in Temecula for businesses who want to improve their discoverability on Google's search engine. Register here
Business Grants & Loans
Riverside County to Offer COVID-19 Relief Program for Microbusinesses
The Riverside County Office of Economic Development will be accepting grant applications beginning February 14, 2022, at 8 AM. The grant aims to mitigate financial setbacks incurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is currently being carried out on a first-come, first-serve basis. A microbusiness for this grant is classified as a business with less than five employees. Click here for more information.
Restart Small Business Loans Available
The County of Riverside & AmPac Business Capital are partnering to provide emergency and ongoing capital for small businesses in Riverside County. Restart loans are available to businesses located anywhere in the county. Loans may be given for $15,000 to $30,000. Apply here.
City Updates
Menifee Street Project Latest Updates

Get the latest news regarding Menifee's road improvement efforts and other construction projects underway to improve the quality of life and infrastructure in our city. List of updates

Legislation and Advocacy
CalChamber Offering Discounted California Harassment Prevention Training

Use priority code HPTH to save 20% on required California Harassment Prevention Training. California law requires employers with five or more employees to provide sexual harassment prevention training every two years. Discount code available through May 31. Register here

Four Job Killer Bills Stopped, One Tax Bill Stalled

CalChamber, alongside allied business groups, succeeded in stopping four bills from advancing in the legislature this year. AB 1771 appears to be stalled as there are no policy hearing dates scheduled. Read full story