UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS
Thursday, March 3 - SAVE THE DATE! Thrive Professional Development Series kick-off: Navigating the Great Resignation: Hiring, recruiting and retaining talent in 2022. Details and registration coming soon for this luncheon and panel discussion.
Sunday, June 5 - SAVE THE DATE!
Community Showcase in conjunction with Frankfort Country Market in downtown Frankfort.
Thursday, July 14 - SAVE THE DATE!
Community Golf Outing at Green Garden Country Club. 11am shotgun start.
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2022 Chamber Event
Sponsorship Opportunities Catalog
The Chamber has plenty of ways for you to promote your business or organization through our 2022 events. From our monthly Meet, Greet & Network to our Golf Outing, Community Showcase, Concerts on the Green and more! Flip through our 2022 Sponsorship Opportunities Catalog and choose what's best for you. Sign up today to secure your spots!
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Get your information in the hands of new Frankfort residents in 2022
Open flyer for details here.
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ARE YOU HIRING?
Hey Chamber members, just a reminder that you can post your job openings by logging into your Chamber account. The jobs you post will be shared:
- on our Facebook page
- through a direct link on our website homepage
- through a link in our Chamber Connection newsletter (see right side, top of page)
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on the Job Postings page on our website
- and on the members only Chamber member message board
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How to use Instagram Reels
Instagram's Reels feature allows you to create short, engaging videos for your followers, and it’s an excellent tool you can use to grow your business. Here are five ways to use Reels as part of your marketing strategy.
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10 Tax Deductions Your Business Should Know About
With the surprising variety of tax deductions available for small business owners, it can be hard to be aware of them all.
Check out these deductions that can help lower your small business tax bill.
Employee-related expenses you can deduct from your taxes
Learn about some of the employee-related expenses, like healthcare plans or office accessibility upgrades, that you may be able to deduct this upcoming tax season.
Tax Deductions For Home-Based Businesses
Running a home-based business can actually offer tax deductions on business expenses (and some home expenses!). Here's a guide that can help save you money.
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Free Government Grant Programs to
Benefit Small Business
Times are tough for small business, but help is available, from both the government—federal, state or local—and the private sector. It may be in the form of a grant, a loan or a leg up competing in a difficult business environment. Here’s a breakdown to help you sort through what’s available.
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CHAMBER MEMBER NEWS,
OFFERS & EVENTS
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Register at www.lwef2022.givesmart.com to donate or bid on silent/premier auction items plus raffle! Proceeds will be used for scholarships and classroom enhancements.
See how the donations impact the kids at https://youtu.be/3ZRN21oGV2w. In the past 27 years, the Foundation has raised more than $4.7 million from generous people like you who believe in a quality high school education.
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Frankfort Park District Winter/Spring 2022 Program Brochure is available to view online and for download on our website. Check out all the exciting programs we have planned this Winter & Spring! Come Join the Fun!
We encourage everyone to register online for easy access 24 hours/day, 7-days/week. For instructions on how to create your online account click on this link: Online Registration Manual
“No added fees for Online Registration”
For additional registration information please call the Park District office at 815.469.9400 or visit www.frankfortparks.org
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Volunteer Fair 2022 on Wed. Feb. 16 at 7pm. Are you looking for a new volunteer opportunity or in need of volunteer hours for school? Our 2022 Volunteer Fair hosts a variety of community organizations with opportunities for adults and teens. Stop by to meet staff and learn more about these amazing local organizations. We are pleased to host the following organizations: American Red Cross, Camp Manitoqua, Cancer Support Center, Crisis Center for South Suburbia, Frankfort Lions, Gigi’s Playhouse, Lincolnway Special Recreation Association, Lulu’s Locker Rescue, Meals on Wheels Will County, Navarro Farm, South Suburban Humane Society, and Versiti Blood Center of Illinois.
Adoptable Cat Café on Sat. Feb. 19 at 12pm. Do you love cats? Would you like to unwind with some fuzzy friends? Are you interested in adopting a new cat? Have a warm coffee (or another favorite beverage!) and get to know some of the adorable adoptable cats from the NAWS Humane Society. Cat adoption counselors will be available for more information about the cats as well as for on-site adoptions.
Earth: Our Shared Home Discussion Series on Wed. Feb. 23 at 7pm. Join us to discuss a handful of thought-provoking titles about the interconnected relationship we have with our shared home, planet Earth. Read one of the selected books and/or watch a documentary. Each participant will share their impressions, summaries, and personal takeaways for all to benefit. This group will span the months of February, March, and April leading up to the globally recognized Earth Day on April 22. Copies of the titles will be available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date. Some titles are available through library eMedia platforms.
Register for all other programs here or call 815-534-6173.
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Kris Pasquini
Membership & Events Director
Frankfort Chamber of Commerce
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Perfect for the holidays when you're not sure what to buy--purchase a
Find It In Frankfort
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To add your business to the list of Chamber members that accept the Find It In Frankfort e-gift cards, email kris@frankfortchamber.com
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Frankfort Baseball
St Anthony's Knights of Columbus
Fat Rosie's Taco & Tequila Bar
Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart
Hilton Garden Inn
Frankfort Fire Fighters Foundation
McDonald's, Lagrange Rd
Portiuncula Center for Prayer and Poverel
Accelerated Open MRI & Imaging
Friends of Frankfort Public Library
Kiwanis Club of Frankfort
Old Plank Trail Community Bank, LaGrange Rd
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