ALMOST SOLD OUT!
Location & Agenda
Saturday, December 11th
Irving Convention Center
500 West Las Colinas Boulevard, Irving, TX 75039

Attire: Glam Hollywood attire encouraged

Registration & Red Carpet Paparazzi:
6-6:45 PM

Ballroom Doors Open:
6:30 PM

Dinner and Awards Ceremony:
7 PM Sharp - 9 PM

DJ & Casino Door Opens:
9 PM- Midnight
Wine Pull
Wine Pull
Join us for our inaugural wine pull for $25 per pull to get a bottle of equal to, or higher value to take home and enjoy after the event. You can continue enjoying the gala experience at home!


If you are interested in donating wine, please email us at ihcc@irvinghcc.com
Sponsorships
LAST CALL: Purchase your table sponsorship by Friday, December 3rd with your guest names! We have a few tables left.

Consider sponsoring a casino table from 9 PM- Midnight? Check out the sponsorship options. If you are interested, please email us to: ihcc@irvinghcc.com
IRVING GOES HOLLYWOOD!

Don't miss out on this year's gala honoring the 2021 United States Hispanic Chamber of the Year, members, community members, stakeholders and many superstars that have made an impact in our community.

Don't miss out on purchasing your raffle tickets online!
Individual Ticket
Purchase Your Ticket Today!
An individual ticket costs $100, which includes $1000 of casino money. Purchase your ticket before December 3rd to get an additional $1000 worth of casino money.  Casino night will last from 9 PM until midnight.
Hotel Block
Let the red carpet experience take over your weekend! IHCC has blocked rooms at the Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas and Texican Court.

Please note that the room block at Texican Court is valid until Sunday, December 5th.
Gala Volunteers
Be part of our annual Noche de Gala where Irving Goes Hollywood! It's so easy to sign up to volunteer for the anticipated gala. This annual event is not possible without our volunteers!

If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the Volunteer Form at your earliest convenience.
Upcoming Events
The Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will participate in this year's Irving Holiday Heritage Parade on Saturday, December 4th at 6 PM. In solidarity with the city, we will have our Rudolph's pick-up truck with lit up antlers and red nose. Some of us will be riding in the back of the truck and some of us will be walking.

If you want to join us, please email us at ihcc@irvinghcc.com
Community Partnership

We are partnering with the US India Chamber of Commerce to host Tech Talk & Happy Hour, featuring Michael Gorton, the founder of Teledoc and Jason McCann, the CEO and co-founder of Vari, on Tuesday, December 7 from 5-8 PM. 

Register with our discount code TXTC127CP to receive the same price as US India Chamber of Commerce members ($25).
Interested in being featured in the member spotlight, please contact Diana.mora@irvinghcc.com

We also understand that the pandemic has shifted how we interact on a daily basis. We'd love to get your feedback on topics for webinars and training. Feel free to submit topics of interest to IHCC@irvinghcc.com
Local, State and National News

  • U.S. Small Business Administration COVID-19 Relief Options: Learn more here

  • Find Dallas County’s COVID-19 updates Click here 


  • Stay up-to-date with public health guidelines from CDC
Local Resources and Events
Shop with Purpose During the Holidays
Sign-Up For AmazonSmile in 5 Easy Steps

AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to your favorite charitable organization.

1. Sign-in to your amazon account via smile.amazon.com
2. Search for “Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation” in the search bar
3. Select “Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation”
4. Check “Yes, I understand that I must always start at smile.amazon.com to support Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation.” and click “Start Shopping”
5. CONGRATULATIONS!
You are now signed up for AmazonSmile! All purchases made through https://smile.amazon.com will donate a percentage of the purchase price to Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation.
Please make sure that you are logged into AmazonSmile (not Amazon.com) when you are making purchases.
The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business-Dallas College site application deadline for the Summer cohort (May 2022) is fast approaching!
 

Who's passionate about growing their business, creating jobs in their communities, and who generally meet these criteria:  
 


1. Owner or co-owner of a business  
2. Business in operation for at least two years  
3. Business revenues of at least $75,000 in the most recent fiscal year. 
4. Business with a minimum of two employees (including the owner). 

If you are selected, you will receive a full scholarship to participate at no cost to you. Apply online today to take advantage of this opportunity to grow your business!  

Visit www.10KSBapply.com now.
 
Register for an upcoming informational session to learn about the program. 
 
You can choose to attend one or more of the following sessions.
December 2 at 1:00 pm
December 16 at 1:00 pm
 
Volunteers Needed
Agape Connect is hosting their first annual Santa's Workshop Day at the NYLO Las Colinas Hotel on December 2nd from 6-9 PM. Volunteers needed to help wrap toys and make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Agape Connect is encouraging everyone to wear their best Christmas outfit, Elf suit, holiday suit for prizes.


Volunteer time will be from 6pm-9pm.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact connect@tcagape.org
Dallas County Emergency Housing Assistance

The Dallas County Emergency Housing Assistance program provides funding for residents of Dallas County (excluding the City of Dallas residents, as it has a separate housing assistance program). Please help us spread the word by sharing with the community in your newsletters and social media. 
  
Visit RentHelp4Me.com or call 214-819-1968 to learn more about eligibility requirements.
Dallas County is providing financial assistance to small businesses that have been impacted by the pandemic.

Please look below for additional information.


Visit www.dcbusinessassistance.com or call 214.875.2187
Dallas County Vaccine Program

She can’t get vaccinated. You can.
Protect your family.
 
Find a vaccine location near you by calling 972.692.2780 or book online at http://heroesgetvaccinated.com
Get Local Assistance - The SBA works with a number of local partners to counsel, mentor, and train small businesses. Learn more about COVID relief options


Grow your skillset and make connections with other business owners and community organizations.
LiftFund’s events offer you a chance to learn new skills, navigate the complexities of business ownership, and meet other members of LiftFund’s community. We do our best to accommodate your schedule with a mix of in-person and online events. Visit the resources to learn more
Small Business Help From SCORE
SCORE has the largest network of free volunteer small business mentors in the nation. No matter what stage your business is at SCORE has a mentor for you. Easily request a mentor to help you start, grow, or transition your business today! Click here to learn more
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Irving ISD Adult Education
(972) 600-6130

Bid & Job Opportunities
The Chamber provides opportunities to engage you with the Dallas County/City of Irving business community, including exclusive bidding, referral, and advertising opportunities.

Click here to get connected with our current Chamber partners with their associated Bid/Procurement Opportunity Website Links.
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