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Weekly e-Newsletter
Lunch with the Chamber
Yesterday's LIVE Lunch with the Chamber featured Jaclyn Pepin of Jac & Bell Events. Check out the Facebook LIVE video to learn more about one of our newest members!
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 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 6 weeks free with your annual membership! It will start immediately and renew on February 1, 2024.
Community Awards Nominations
DUE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20
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 next Tuesday, December 20, at 3:00 p.m. and would SO appreciate your input!

It only take a couple minutes to fill out the online form. Please let us know if you have questions!
$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.
In this week's Ramona Sentinel
Installation Dinner & Awards Gala
Everyone is invited to attend the Ramona Chamber of Commerce Installation Dinner and Awards Gala being held 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!
Member News
Mamma Ramona's Restaurant is now open for lunch Thursday-Sunday from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM with a limited pizza, sandwich, and salad menu!

1130 D Street, #1, Ramona
(760) 789-6147

Read more about recent updates to the restaurant in a recent Ramona Sentinel story: Rosie the robot lightens the load for servers at Mamma Ramona’s.
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 Marinade on Main, Amber Ramirez Insurance Agency, Ramona Café, 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.
  • Applications are open now through December 21, 2023, for the EmployABILITY Business Grant. The grant offers small and medium-sized businesses between $20,000 to $200,000; the amount rewarded depends on the availability of grant funding and the potential impact of hiring individuals with disabilities.
  • 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!