The Main Street Covid Relief Grants Program will make available $10,000 - $25,000 grants to Minnesotan owned and operated businesses that can demonstrate financial hardship as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. A total $64,200,000 is available for grant applications selected for consideration through a computer-generated, randomized selection process. Applicants that have not received assistance through previous relief programs will be prioritized for consideration. The application portal will close September 29. Click for more information and to apply.

Join leading manufacturers and business leaders at this year’s event and dig into issues and opportunities facing this key sector of our economy. This is your opportunity to hear from some of the state’s manufacturing leaders and connect with manufacturing companies. Register.

To address the financial challenges continuing to impact Shakopee Public Schools, the School Board, during the July 19th school board business meeting, unanimously approved a special election to bring an operating levy before the voters on November 2. Shakopee is the only school district in the metro area without a voter-approved operating levy. Learn about the levy, ballot questions, and more by visiting ShakopeeLevy2021.org. Absentee voting begins September 17 at the Shakopee Public Schools District Office or by mail. And don't forget to register to vote!

The Shakopee Chamber is looking for people who are interested in serving on our Public Policy Committee. Help shape the direction of the Chamber’s advocacy efforts, work on election forums, and help research policy affecting our community. If interested, please contact Tim Zunker at tzunker@shakopee.org or 952-641-9043.

Leadership Academy is about going deeper into leadership development. It is a customized program built on investing in leaders with a curriculum rooted in application and results. Participants can expect to learn enhanced skills that are relevant in today's workplace and gain a deeper self-awareness of strengths and opportunities. Dr. Scott Morell, EdD - President and & Consultant with Rebar Leadership - will facilitate all sessions of the academy. The first session will take place on Tuesday, April 19, 2022.

The Shakopee Chamber Foundation is offering two $1,000 scholarships for Leadership Academy. Click here for information and guidelines.

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