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Lunch with the Chamber
Yesterday's LIVE Lunch with the Chamber was at Off the Vine Dining. We had a great visit with Brian and Alexa Beechler, and learned about their catering services that go above and beyond and how excited they are to be able to serve their community. Check out the Facebook LIVE video to learn more!
If you are a Chamber member and are interested in being featured on our LIVE Lunch, please let us know; here are upcoming plans:

  • December 14: Jac and Bell Marketing
  • December 21: VFW Post 3783
  • January 11: Friends of Ramona Library

If you would like to become a member, it's easy to do online; if prefer to pay by phone, please call us at 760-789-1311. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., though sometimes we are out serving the community.

Join today and get almost 2 free months with your annual membership! It will start immediately and renew on February 1, 2024.
Ramona Food & Clothes Closet
Share Your Christmas Program
Every Christmas, the Ramona Food & Clothes Closet provides several hundred low-income households with holiday food and a new toy & stocking stuffer for each child—and they need the community's help!

Their TOY DRIVE officially goes through Friday, December 9; this is the deadline for food (for this program; they can accept food anytime). They can extend the deadline until Monday, December 12 for toys/cash and gift cards. Please keep the RFCC in mind while you are doing your holiday shopping!

Do you prefer to donate online? Just visit the Ramona Food and Clothes Closet's website and click on "Make a Donation"—it's really easy!
New` and Renewing Members for November
We are looking forward to working with our new members and pleased to continue our relationships with our renewing members!
New Members

  • KCW Custom Processing 
  • Rosarito Friendship City Association
  • Summerland Laser Engraving  

 
Renewing Members
  • AFLAC
  • Allie’s Party Equipment Rental
  • Alpha Fire and Land
  • Brandon W. Jergensen, D.D.S.
  • El Cajon Print & Class A Trophies
  • Firehouse Glass & Screen
  • K2 Auto Detailing
  • Ramona Café
  • Ramona Lions Club District 4L-6
  • The Rescued Pup
  • VFW Post 3783
$2,500 #ShopRamona Shopping Spree Contest
The Ramona Chamber of Commerce is once again offering a $2,500 Ramona Shopping Spree to one local winner! Thanks to our sponsors that made our dream become a reality!

Anyone who turns in receipts from Ramona businesses or services (zip code 92065) during the contest period will receive one drawing entry for every $100 in receipts turned in to the Chamber. Details can be found on our website.
Christmas Tree Lighting - It's a Wrap !
The Christmas Tree Lighting event went better than we could have expected! Great weather, wonderful selection of vendors, and so much live entertainment! Thanks to the sponsors and volunteers who made it possible--and of course, thanks so much to our community for attending!
In the Media
Installation Dinner & Awards Gala
You are cordially invited to the Ramona Chamber of Commerce Installation Dinner and Awards Gala on Sunday, January 29, 2023, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Barn.

We will recognize various people and organizations in Ramona for their contribution to the community. Awards are given in the following categories:

  • Citizen of the Year
  • Non-Profit of the Year
  • Business of the Year 
  • Lifetime Achievement

There will be a cash bar. Cocktail - Business Casual attire recommended.

Reserve your seat today. Tickets are $60 per person and include plated dinner service and dessert buffet. Please email us at rccstaff@ramonachamber.com for special meal requests (vegetarian, vegan or food allergies) or if you have any questions.
We also have many sponsorship opportunities. Many thanks to Hague Quality Water and Comfort Bros Heating and Air for signing up to be Centerpiece Sponsors—we appreciate you!
Community Awards Nominations
Do you know of a person or business/ organization that deserves to be recognized for their outstanding contributions to Ramona?

We are accepting Community Award nominations until Tuesday, December 20, at 3:00 p.m.

It only take a couple minutes to fill out the online form. Please let us know if you have questions!
Member News
Ramona Workspace is offering 20% off* all new members for the rest of 2022! Ramona Workspace is a coworking space for everyone needing a break from working from home, driving down the hill or wanting to drop in for a while during the day.

📍 638 Main Street | Downtown Ramona 
🕰️ Mon - Fri 9am-4pm

*20% off new memberships - good for daily, monthly, or 8 pack memberships
Community Events
To keep up on more local events, please follow our Ramona Events page on Facebook or visit RamonaEvents.com.
Now Hiring
Now Hiring in Ramona!

Would your business like to add or update an existing job listing on our website?

Or, do you know someone looking for a job?

We have recently added jobs for Amber Ramirez Insurance Agency, Ramona Cafe, Ramona Municipal Water District and Ballpark Printing.

Please visit RamonaJobs.com for details!
The Chamber Corner
We include some updates weekly to ensure that new subscribers are aware of these opportunities:

  • Small Business Stimulus Grant funding is available until it is exhausted, or 2024. Please answer these questions to determine your eligibility.
  • SBA Microloans are available through certain nonprofit, community-based organizations which are experienced in lending and business management assistance. Individual requirements will vary.
  • Do you know someone in need of food or other assistance? Please visit our community resources webpage, RamonaResources.com.
If you need more information or assistance, please visit our website at www.ramonachamber.com, call us at 760-789-1311, or email our Office Manager, Laura Leeman, at rccstaff@ramonachamber.com.

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Many thanks to our annual sponsors!