NEW, RE-OPENING & ONGOING GRANT OPPORTUNITIES FOR BUSINESSES
IMPACTED BY COVID-19.
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The Bedford County Commissioners have announced that they will use a portion of the Federal CARES act funding directed to Bedford County for a grant program for small business, tourism and non-profits impacted by Covid-19.
This is the latest in a series of opportunities becoming or remaining available for local companies. Scroll down for additional info or use these quick links:
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PA Chamber
Supports Businesses
with
Mask-Wearing Campaign
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#WhyIWearIt is a social media-based campaign aimed at promoting the concept that mask wearing is not a political issue.
Regardless of personal feelings on the state-issued mandate, mask wearing has proven necessary in ensuring that businesses remain open through the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Last Chance to Apply for Leadership Bedford County's Class of 2021!
Applications accepted through this Monday, August 10th
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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS for 2020 Chamber Awards |
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The Chamber looks forward to honoring some of the outstanding businesses, organizations and individuals this fall!
In spite of this year's challenges, there is much to celebrate! Deadline to submit nominations forms: August 15th.
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Drive-In Now Open (Saturday Classics)
Online tickets purchases recommended.
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Saturday, August 8th (approx. 9:15pm start) |
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end at 4pm on event days.
Gates open at 7:15pm for pre-purchased ticket holders and pass holders.
Cash sales at the gate begin at 7:45pm as space allows.
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Rescheduled for Saturday, September 12th (Due to Aug. 1 Rain-Out) |
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Special thanks to these amazing partners
who made the building project possible!
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Drive-In Movie Series Sponsorships Still Available
Ticket Sales Now Open for All Shows!
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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
Bedford/Hyndman Family Health Centers
UPMC Health Plan
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
Edward Jones (Leigh Shank & Brian Jeffries
First Choice in Home Care
First Peoples Community FCU
Fisher's Pharmacy
Hometown Bank
Homewood at Spring House
Interstate Emergency Services
Juniata Real Estate
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
Women of the Moose
United Way Bedford County
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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Purchase tickets online through 4pm Thursday to receive discount.
Concessions available - Maddie Lou's BBQ, Mystic Kettle Corn & Lemonade
BYOB, Picnic, etc. welcome.
Olde Bedford Brewing has released a Rebellion Irish Red Ale
(Liberty Pole Bourbon Barrel)
This event is possible due to social distancing (masks at restrooms, concessions and if within 6' of others.
Parking will be 10' apart - seating in your car or on blanket, lawn chairs, etc.
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Postponed due to changes in the Congressional schedule. New date to be announced soon! |
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Due to Covid-19 Restrictions
Women in Business Conference
POSTPONED: NEW DATE - FRI. OCT. 9th
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Social-distancing modifications will me made to ensure a safe event, while providing the connections, education and inspiration that are signatures of our conference! Join us for a great day! |
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COVID-19 RESOURCE HUB FOR BUSINESSES |
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Updated Funding Resources for Businesses |
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The Bedford County Commissioners
announce new grant program: Bedford CARES
for Small Business, Tourism,
and Nonprofit Support
Deadline to Submit:
August 28, 2020
Online Workshops are scheduled for Thursday, August 13th
to review the application process.
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Covid-19 Grants for PA Small Businesses Re-Opening
August 10th - 9:00 a.m.
This will be the final opportunity for this program.
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The application window will remain open for 15 business days, closing at 11:59PM on August 28. Pennsylvania small businesses are encouraged to apply for relief if they they meet these criteria:
- Had 25 or fewer full-time employees prior to February 15, 2020
- Have annual revenues of $1 million or less, and
- Were economically impacted by COVID-19
All applications must be made through a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) in the county where their business is located. Bedford County businesses should contact the PROGRESS FUND
If you already applied during the first application window, you will be notified of your status by August 10. You do not need to reapply in the second round. Qualified applications will be automatically rolled over into this next funding round for consideration.
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Contact: Julie Davis
Workforce Education Manager
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Returning Grantees/Applicants:
If your company has had a WEDnetPA grant in the past or you have made a previous inquiry and already have a username and password please visit: https://isaac.wednetpa.com to logon on and begin the application process for this year
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New Applicants/Inquiries:
If your company is new to WEDnetPA, and you have never submitted an inquiry- You will have to create a username and password and submit an online inquiry at http://wednetpa.com/Apply/inquiry.html
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WEDnet Training Grant Program Application Window Now Open.
Bedford County businesses are encouraged to apply.
Deadline September 11, 2020.
The WEDnet Training program saves employers money by assisting with a broad range of employee training costs. Employers are eligible for up to $2,000/employee and up to $100,000 per company.
Companies must be in an eligible industry cluster as defined by the complete guidelines found here:\
Eligible companies include, but are not limited to: agriculture, building & construction, business services, energy, health care, logistics & transportation, manufacturing, real estate & financing services, publishing, bank headquarters, and some healthcare facilities.
(his funding is made available through the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED.)
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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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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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SBDC Guide to Understanding the SBA Payroll Protection (PPP) Loan Application Process: Webinar - July 21, 2020 |
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PPP FUNDS STILL AVAILABLE - DEADLINE EXTENDED TO AUGUST 8th
CONTACT YOUR BANK OR CREDIT UNION ASAP
(Note: not all banks are still processing PPP, so act soon.)
SBA Still 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.) NEW DEADLINE: Aug. 8th
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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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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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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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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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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Update on legislative support for agriculture from the PA Farm Bureau. LEARN MORE
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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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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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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)
Women in Business Conference - NEW DATE: OCTOBER 9th
September - Bedford County Outdoors Initiative
Sept. 17 - Business Community Showcase (Pending Covid requirements/restrictions)
Sept. 24 - Downtown on the Farm (Pending Covid requirements/restrictions)
November 19 - Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration (tentative)
November 28 - Shop Small Saturday
December 10 - Holiday Business After Hours & Open House (tentative)
December 12 - Breakfast with Santa (tentative)
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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Congratulations to Bedford/Hyndman Family Health Centers
on your expansion and re-branding...thank you for investing in Bedford County!
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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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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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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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Purchase tickets through the Historical Society's Paypal "Donate" button.
Under "my donation is for" - write "Pig Roast Tickets" and quantity you wish.
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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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