E-Connection: June 30, 2020
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Please Register by Friday for the Breakfast with Senator Toomey
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ACTION ITEMS FOR BREAKFAST WITH SENATOR TOOMEY, JULY 8th
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Be Part of Our Signature Celebration of Spring!
SATURDAY, JULY 25th Outdoor Tailgate Trade Show
(Socially-Distant, BUY-LOCAL Show)
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Call today to participate.
Outdoor space, sponsorships still available.
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Visit our Major Partners:
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Drive In Opens to the Public July 4th!
Online tickets purchases recommended.
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A news conference and ribbon cutting celebration is planned for July 2
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at 1pm to celebrate and dedicate the screen and showcase this exciting community project, along with all partners and sponsors.
For more information, or to discuss ways that you business
may participate, Call Kellie Goodman Shaffer
Office: 814-623-2233 / Cell: 814-937-8049
Chamber members interested in being a vendor for one more more
of the movie nights should call Sarah Ferrari: 814-623-2233
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Thank you to our sponsors to date:
Bedford Grange Mutual
Insurance Company
Knisley & Sons
Everett Cash Mutual
Bedford Fall Foliage Festival
Befdord/Hyndman Family Health Centers
Somerset Trust Company
Coldwell Banker SKS Realty
Larry Gilman Direct
Omni Bedford Springs Resort
Bedford Elks Lodge
New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co. Inc.
PA National Guard
Movie Night Sponsors:
ACM Bedford County Campus
Bedford County Players
Bedford Moose Lodge 480
Bucher-Wallace Insurance
Bullington Financial Services
Burchfield All State Insurance
CFA/Bedford County Endowments
Clearidge Event Center
First Choice in Home Care
First Peoples Community FCU
Fisher's Pharmacy
Hometown Bank
Homewood at Spring House
Interstate Emergency Services
M&T Bank
Michael Meehan State Farm
RWR Insurance
Personal Solutions, Inc.
Thomas Subaru
Trendz Design & Print Studio
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Thank you to our drive-in
construction & design partners:
Bedford County Fair
Bedford County Speedway
Ace Builders
Bedford REC
Clark Contractors & Construction Group
Coughenour Engineering
Creative Pultrusions
Fastenal
Golden Rule Hardware
Guy's Hardware
Henderson Painting & Line Striping
Sherwin Williams
SKE Designs & Signs
Neff Associates Engineering
Scott Electric
Soaring Eagle Productions
Steltek Graphics
Trendz Design & Print Studio
True Value - Bedford
YBC Bedford/Everett
Music/Movie Night Sponsors:
Lynn Ashe
Pennwood Ophthlamic Associates
Timber Ridge Chiropractic
Additional Contributions from:
Harry A. Snyder Insurance
Morningstar Trucking
Adelphoi
Additional sponsors, materials and support will be needed. If you would like to be involved in this unique community project, call Kellie: (814) 623-2233
or cell: (814) 937-8049.
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Updated Funding Resources for Businesses
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Pennsylvanians helping Pennsylvanians:
The COVID-19 crisis has put millions of small business jobs at risk impacting millions of families across our Commonwealth.
The nonprofit Pennsylvania 30 Day Fund was launched by Jeff Bartos, Richard Phillips and Roger Braunfeld. Working with other business leaders throughout the Commonwealth, the Fund’s goal is to help save as many Pennsylvania jobs as possible while small businesses await recently approved federal funding.
This is a GRANT opportunity for for--profit businesses with 3-30 employees in business for more than 1 year.
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- Easy Application
- Quick Turn-Around
- No Repayment Required.
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$225 Million Grant Program
for Small Businesses
Governor Tom Wolf has announced a $225 million statewide grant program to support small businesses that were impacted by the COVID-19 public health crisis and subsequent business closure order.
The funding was developed in partnership with state lawmakers and allocated through the recently enacted state budget, which included $2.6 billion in federal stimulus funds through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, of which $225 million was earmarked for relief for small businesses.
The Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) will distribute the funds to the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), which will then administer the funding in the form of grants..
READ MORE.
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Golf is a Go!
25th Annual
Chamber Golf Tournament: Fri. July 24th
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We are excited to be planning our 25th annual Golf Tournament, scheduled for Friday, July 24th at Down River Golf Club in Everett. We are working with our host to put all of the
necessary safety measures in place to make this event safe and fun for all!
New in 2020 - morning and afternoon flights (per CDC guidelines for groups.
Registration and sponsorship forms now available (click button below) or
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COVID-19 RESOURCE HUB FOR BUSINESSES
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Helping PA businesses come back stronger than ever
Here to help. Here to listen. Leading the charge to bring PA businesses back
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PPP Forgiveness Application Now Available
The application for loan forgiveness for those who have received Paycheck Protection Plan (PPP) assistance is now available. To apply for forgiveness, you must complete this application and
submit it to your lender (the lender who serviced your loan. You may also complete the application electronically through your lender. The form also outlines the documents you are required to retain.
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PPP FUNDS STILL AVAILABLE - DEADLINE TODAY - JUNE 30TH
OR EARLIER - CONTACT YOUR BANK OR CREDIT UNION ASAP!
SBA Now Accepting New EIDL Applications
for Ag & All Small Businesses
The Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, and the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) have been replenished to provide assistance to small businesses.
LOCAL BANKS REPORT THERE IS STILL MONEY AVAILABLE THROUGH THE PPP PROGRAM.
CONTACT LOCAL LENDERS FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING. (Some local banks are processing applications even if you are not their customer.) DEADLINE: JUNE 30
Update: The SBA is processing EIDL loan applications that were already filed (prior to the previous depletion of funds) on a first-come, first-serve basis.
When (and if) they have processed the applications already in cue, the application portal will open to new applications (except for farms/ag who can apply now.)
We will monitor this situation and provide updates as they become available
. If you already have an application filed under the EIDL program, updates may be available through a regional SBA office:
CONTACT INFO - SBA Regional Offices
Harrisburg Office: (717) 782-3840
Pittsburgh Office: (412) 395-6560
Reminder: PPP applications are filed through local lenders (banks, credit unions.) These are to be processed on a first-come, first-serve basis so if you plan to file an application, contact your local lender ASAP,
as these funds are expected to again run out, but are still available at the tome of publication. If you have already filed with a bank (prior to the closing of the application process earlier this month) you may want to check back to be sure that your application is being filed if it was not already.
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US CHAMBER RESOURCES FOR BUSINESSES
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The U.S. Chamber offers ongoing trainings and programs to support the business community, including WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS, Technology Programs, NATIONAL TOWN HALLS, and more.
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Business Resources from the U.S. Chamber
Check out the latest guides and resources from the U.S. Chamber, including the new
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SMALL BUSINESS Covid-19 QUICK LINKS
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Click the SBA logo above for information to help your business deal with some of the financial challenges of the COVID-19 Crisis.
Information includes:
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The PA Chamber is our partner for state legislative information and advocacy.
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Resources are available from Small Business Development Centers across the state to assist businesses through the COVID-19 crisis.
CLICK HERE for Info
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The Community Foundation for the Alleghenies has established an emergency fund for non-profits impacted by COVID-19.
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Important Links to Information
Regarding the Coronavirus:
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DCED provides significant resources for businesses relative to the COVID-19 Pandemic, including:
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Link for Traditional Unemployment Benefits
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Ben Franklin Business Start-Up Boot Camp Offers $10,000 In Prizes
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Ben Franklin Technology Partners and StartUp Alleghenies partners are bringing the Ben Franklin Techcelerator Business Program to the Southern Alleghenies Region!
In the past eight years, more than 150 teams have graduated from Ben Franklin’s TechCelerator program: a rigorous ten-week curriculum that allows participants to explore their business concepts with the benefit of professional guidance – and have the chance to win up to $10,000!
If you are located in Bedford, Blair, Fulton, Cambria, Huntingdon, or Somerset County, you are eligible to apply for our upcoming 10-Week
Business Startup Boot Camp.
The once weekly sessions (2:00 pm – 5:00 pm) will begin on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 and run through September 17, 2020. One-hour mentoring/coaching sessions will also be provided each week.
Please Note: The program will be presented online using Canvas and Zoom.
The deadline for applications is July 3, 2020
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Chamber Operations Updates
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With Bedford County now in a "green" status, the Chamber office will
be open by appointment: Monday thru Friday, 9am-4pm (closed holidays.)
If you need Chamber services (bulk mail, certificates of origin, etc.)
Please call ahead: (814) 623-2233
The office will not be fully staffed daily, as our team also continues to work remotely and can be reached by phone message, checked often or email:
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BULK MAIL ASSISTANCE
The Chamber offers the use of our bulk mail stamp and account to our members!
Contact Delrae Hagstrom to review the bulk mail process and to schedule your mailing.
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CERTIFICATES OF ORIGIN
The Chamber is the only organization in Bedford County authorized to provide certificate of origin documentation.
Contact Kellie Goodman Shaffer to arrange for processing.
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UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS
(Subject to change depending on COVID-19 Status)
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The Chamber Advantage program promotes buy-local spending habits while serving our membership in multiple ways:
(1) provide an offer to your fellow members and drive business through your door
AND/OR (2) give this valuable card with dozens of offers to your employees (FREE)
AND/OR (3) use the card for special discounts/offers from local businesses, saving you money while benefiting our local economy.
Call Delrae for more info on how to use this FREE MEMBER BENEFIT
NEW IN 2020: Sponsorship Opportunity (your logo on thousands of new Chamber Advantage Cards! (Call Kellie for details: 623-2233.)
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For Your Calendar:
Chamber & Chamber Foundation Save the Dates - 2020
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Events Scheduled (may change due to CDC/PA Health recommendations)
July 24 - Chamber Golf Tournament
Home, Garden & Lifestyle Show - Saturday, July 25th
Aug 3-4
Women in Business Conference
August 8 - Olde Bedford Brews & Spirits Market at the PA Lumberjack & Outdoor Show
September 12th - Bike Bedford County
Sept. 17 - Business Community Showcase & Fashion Showcase Mixer
Sept. 24 - Downtown on the Farm
Sept. 5 Bike Bedford County (tentative)
November 19 - Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration
November 28 - Shop Small Saturday
December 10 - Holiday Business After Hours & Open House
December 12 - Breakfast with Santa
December 11-13, 17-23, 26-27 - Holiday Nights of Lights
Byrne and Kelly Concert at Woodhaven (Foundation) - New Date Friday July 2, 2021
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Ribbon Cutting Celebration & Open House
Silver Screen Drive-In
at the Bedford County Fairgrounds
Thursday, July 2nd - 1:00 p.m.
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Ribbon Cutting Celebration & Open House
Bedford/Hyndman Family Health
Railroad Street - Bedford
Thursday, July 30th
Ribbon Cutting at 11:30am - Open House Until 1pm
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Call us at 623-2233 to schedule your...
Ribbon Cutting (Including Virtual Ribbon Cuttings!)
Anniversary Celebration
Key Transfer (New Owners)
Groundbreaking
We love to celebrate local business milestones!
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Chamber Foundation News & Opportunities
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New Date: July 2, 2021 for Concert with
Celtic Thunder's Neil Byrne and Ryan Kelly
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POSTPONED - NEW DATE TO COME
All tickets sold will be transferred to new date:
Friday, July 2, 2021
Tickets: $50
Benefitting the Programs
of the 501-c3
Bedford County Chamber
Education Foundation
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You can now register and pay for Chamber events online.
Make sure you have created your ChamberMaster login so you can enjoy the convenience of online registration.
Here's how:
1) Visit the event calendar on our website and click on the event of interest.
2) Click the green "Register Now" button to take you to the member registration page.
3) If you don't have a password or don't remember it, simply click "Forgot your password?" and follow the instructions to re-set your password. Then complete your registration as a member. (You can also use your email address if you are a registered contact for your company.)
Members receive special discounts and access at many of our events, so registering as a member rather than checking out as a guest is better.
If you have any questions about how to register for an event or create your password, feel free to call 814-623-2233 for assistance.
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Chamber Member & Community News
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Sponsorships Available for Bedford County Youth Livestock Expo
At the Bedford County Fairgrounds!
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Downtown Bedford
Farmers Market
NOW OPEN
WEDNESDAYS
9am-1pm
with Social Distancing/Safety Measures in Place
Support the essential
business of agriculture!
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Volunteers Sought for
Wall That Heals Event
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The Wall The Heals traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. is coming to Bedford County in July, along with its Mobile Education Center.
The memorial will be available to visit at the Bedford Area School District Track/Athletic Facility July 21-25.
Volunteers are needed to participate in this project.
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Learn more about Victoria House: the area's premier offerings in Personal Care Living: Inclusive pricing, caring staff, beautiful, comfortable rooms that
feel like home.
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Blood is needed during
this critical time.
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Bedford County
Chamber of Commerce
203 South Juliana Street
Bedford, PA 15522 - USA
Phone: 814.623.2233
Fax: 814.623.6089
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