Fostoria CARES Small Business Relief Program
Businesses can apply for grants up to $10,000
The City of Fostoria has announced the application process for the Fostoria CARES Small Business Relief Program. This small business and nonprofit grant program will provide businesses and nonprofits, within the City of Fostoria, with financial relief from loss of revenue caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Fostoria CARES Small Business Relief Program will be administered by Fostoria Economic Development Corporation in partnership with the Fostoria Area Chamber of Commerce.
For Fostoria businesses and nonprofits, program guidelines and restrictions are available on the Fostoria Economic Development Corporation and Fostoria Area Chamber of Commerce websites, www.fostoriaedc.org and www.fostoriaohio.org The application period begins Monday, January 4th at 9am and will close at 5pm on January 15th.
Each applicant business and nonprofit must complete the online application during the specified period; paper applications will neither be available nor accepted.
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For businesses in Fostoria, applications will be available at fostoriaedc.org and www.fostoriaohio.org.
- Businesses and nonprofits with between two and 30 employees are eligible for grants up to $10,000 and businesses with less than two employees are eligible for grants up to $5,000.
- Announcements of funding are to be made on or before Friday, January 22, 2021. If there are more eligible requests than available funds, the winners will be drawn by lottery.
- Grant agreements will need to be signed prior to funds being released and all awarded applicants will be required to complete a close out report and may need to undergo an audit, if requested.
The Fostoria CARES program was created and approved by Fostoria City Council to assist businesses and nonprofits within the city. A total of $200,000 was allocated to the program.
“We understand that small businesses are the backbone of our community. We certainly hope this money will help offset some of the expenses incurred during this unprecedented pandemic by our businesses,” according to Eric Keckler, Mayor, City of Fostoria.
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Bar and Restaurant Assistance Fund Deadline Extended
The deadline to apply for the Bar and Restaurant Assistance Fund has been extended to January 31. Eligible businesses can visit businesshelp.ohio.gov to apply, which requires them to simply enter their liquor permit number and federal tax information.
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For more legislative updates from the Ohio Chamber visit allforohio.com
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OHIO COMMON SENSE INITIATIVE
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Over 40 NEW classes scheduled for Q1 |
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Autonomous Maintenance Training
Industrial Electrical Basics 1 & 2
Motors & Motor Controls
Intro to Variable Frequency Drives
ControlLogix Level 1 & 2
Siemens S7 PLC Level 1 & 2
SME Certified Manufacturing
Assoc. Cert.
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Teamwork & Team Building
Leadership & Influence
Communication Strategies
Supervising Others
Creative Problem Solving
Continuous Improvement/Leadership
Lean Yellow & Green Belt Certification
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OSHA 10 & OSHA 30 General Ind.
Basic Transportation Compliance
Controlled Substance/Alcohol
Driver Qualification Files
Compliance Safety Accountability (CSA) Roadside Inspection
New Entrant Audit
Hours of Service
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Personal Income Tax Workshop
She.Tiques Ltd. DIY Classes
Be Inspired Workshops
Seneca Park District Craft Workshops
Spending Plan Workshop
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Business Tax Course
ServSafe Food Handler Cert.
ServSafe Manager Course Level 2
CO.STARTERS
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Excel Introduction Level 1
Excel Intermediate Level 2
Excel Pivot Tables
Quickbooks Enterprise Basics
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For more information on any of these trainings or for customized trainings, reach out to the Fostoria Learning Center at 419-408-5540 or via email.
Follow the FLC on Facebook for updates and new offerings. |
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Did you miss a Safety Council meeting? We are recording all
Safety Council meetings.
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Next Meeting
Basic Safety Program Assessment, Measurement and Management
Dennis McMickens
Safety Council of Northwest Ohio
January 20 @ 11:30 a.m. via Zoom
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Are you a PERRfectionist?
January 7, 2021, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
A webinar for Public Employers who wish to learn more about the Public Employment Risk Reduction Program.
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Grow your business resources... |
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Register Today! Class is limited to 15 participants. |
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Ohio Tech Cred Virtual Lunch & Learn |
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The seventh TechCred application period is open now and closes January 29th at 3:00 p.m. TechCred helps businesses upskill their current and incoming workforce with tech-focused credentials. Businesses can receive up to $2,000 for each tech-focused credential earned, up to $30,000 per employer each application period. Since the program’s start, a total of 966 Ohio employers have been approved for funding, supporting the earning of 15,105 tech-focused credentials by Ohio employees.
Join us virtually on January 19 at noon to learn more about Tech Cred as well as how to streamline and simplify your application. The Virtual Lunch and Learn will be presented by LuAnne Cooke, NW Regional Representative, Office of the Governor & Tori Atkinson, Workforce & Apprentice Program Manage, Northwest State Community College.
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2021 Chamber Sponsorship Packages
are still available.
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Help us Spread the Word about YOUR Business! |
Complete your Member Update and the "5 things about your business you would like the community to know" section.
We use this information to post on our #MemberSpotlightMonday on our Facebook page.
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Fostoria Pizza Palace
Ohio Logistics
REM
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Fostoria Garden Club
Greater Fostoria
Community Foundation
Wells, Inc.
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Our members are doing GREAT things! |
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THANK YOU!
We love your holiday spirit shining in Downtown.
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A special thanks to the
The Urban Woody Brewery for coordinating the giant greeting card display in the downtown greenspace. We also wish to thank all the businesses and organizations who participated.
We truly hope this will be an annual tradition.
#FostoriaProud
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ProMedica Fostoria Community Hospital to Host 17th Annual Red Dress Drive-Thru Luncheon |
ProMedica Fostoria Community Hospital invites you to their 17th annual Red Dress Luncheon! The luncheon celebrates the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement that calls for women to assume responsibility for their heart health and live stronger, longer lives.
New this year will be a drive-thru experience. The drive-thru luncheon will include a heart healthy meal prepared by Hannah Robertson, Senior Executive Chef, ProMedica Toledo Hospital, with celebrity waiters who will deliver the meal directly to your car. You may also order meals to be delivered to an area business or residence by one of the celebrity waiters. A minimum of five meals per order is required for delivery. Please consider making a donation to the American Heart Association by tipping your celebrity waiter.
Registration for the luncheon is required. The deadline to register is Friday, January 29, 2021. The cost of the meal is $13 and must be pre-paid. Participants may register by calling 419-436-6688 or email becky.bouillon@promedica.org.
Registrants will receive a goodie bag that includes a heart healthy exercise from the Geary Family YMCA, a message from Sashem Brey from 13abc, and a personal story from a heart disease survivor. Don’t forget to wear red!
WHEN:
Friday, Feb. 5, 2021
Noon - 1 p.m.
WHERE:
Stacy’s Place Parking Lot
625 Plaza Dr., Fostoria, OH 44830
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ProMedica Fostoria Community Hospital Administers First Vaccine to Employees
ProMedica Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that frontline workers began receiving the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine on Monday, Jan. 4, 2021.
Among the first vaccinated were frontline workers: Maribeth Becker, Erin Podach and Lisa Morton (pictures attached).
The distribution of the vaccine is in the early vaccination phase, with supplies being limited. As the number of available doses increases, COVID-19 vaccines will be available to all Ohio residents who choose to be vaccinated. Vaccinations are being administered to essential healthcare workers and personnel caring for COIVD-19 patients.
Steps you can take to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 and protected yourself and loved ones are the 3 W’s – Wear a mask, Wash your hands, Watch your distance.
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THIS COULD BE WHERE WE HIGHLIGHT YOUR BUSINESS!
Signing up for the member spotlight is FREE. With it you receive a write up in our monthly newsletter, 2 free ads in The Review Times as well as a radio spot highlighting your business on WFOB/ESPN radio and Classic Hits 96.7.
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Take the “Downtown Art Walk – Fostoria, Ohio”
Have you seen all the public art throughout downtown Fostoria? We’ve made it easy to find all these pieces using the PocketSights mobile tour guide app that you can download to your phone for FREE! |
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2021 Fostoria Farmers' Markets
As you know, the Fostoria Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau will manage the Fostoria Farmers' Market in the upcoming 2021 year.
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Callies Performance Products
AgCredit
Burns Petroleum
Clear Choice Exteriors
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Fostoria Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau | 419-435-0486 | www.FostoriaOhio.org |
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