Parking: $10

Valet: $15

Vendor Tables: $250 Includes Entry for 2

Check out all of our events! (HERE) Many more coming soon....

Please email us at info@baltimorecitychamber.org in order to be featured in our Weekly Messages from the Chairwoman.

D. Amaadi Coleman aka The Belly Therapist® and Founder of Fit Tribe Wellness is helping moms lose their “mommy tummies” and regain confidence. She proudly offers Belly Therapy for moms who: can’t get rid of their belly pouch, suffer from lower back pain, digestive issues, and naturally want a slimmer waistline.

To learn more about Belly Therapy, please visit

https://www.fittribewellness.com/. Or click here to sign up for a free 30-minute consultation with D. Amaadi Coleman.

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48in48 Website Build Events – This group’s largest event of the year will be October 14-16th. The focus is on international nonprofits, charities, and NGOs; but they accept all interested (nonprofit) applicants. Group will build your website with a team of professional web designers and developers within 48 hours for free. To sign up, click here - https://48in48.org/nonprofit-application/

Atomic Grants - Atomic Grants are available to those who identify as a woman, and who are 21+. You can live anywhere in the world - as long as you have a way to receive the money digitally, and you are connected via email and social media. Grant for $1,500. Next due date is 8/31/22. https://www.passioncollective.co/atomic-grants

Because Accelerator - Because Accelerator is designed for an entrepreneur who is in the early to middle stages of product development. The program is uniquely focused on overcoming the challenges to developing affordable manufactured products which have proven market attractiveness and are ready to aim for production at scale. Grants for $10,000. Apply by 8/17/2022 - https://becauseinternational.org/accelerator

Contrary Sabbatical 2022 - For tech entrepreneurs from any country, Contrary has supported Sabbatical founders like any other portfolio company: with connections to operators who have scaled companies from zero to thousands of employees, a diverse network of potential hires, and tactical advice from their team. Funding up to $250,000. Apply by 8/31/2022 - https://contrary.com/blog/contrary-sabbatical-2022      

Ford Fund Fellowship with Watson Institute - Virtual program is for advanced, next-generation social entrepreneurs and community leaders building ventures that create impactful and scalable innovations. Looking for applicants from United States, China, Mexico, South Africa, and Argentina. Ford Fund applicants must be able to commit to be part of the 16-week program from October 17th, 2022, to February 24th, 2023. Grant of $25,000. Apply by 9/15/2022 - https://watson.is/ford-fund/

Small Business Readiness for Resiliency Program - This program is designed to encourage preparedness and resiliency. We want to ensure that all small businesses have what they need to deal with the impacts of a disaster in their community. 

The R4R program provides resources and incentives for small businesses to take the actions they need to become more resilient, including the distribution of grants following a disaster. https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/small-business-readiness-resiliency-program

Roddenberry Catalyst Fund - The Catalyst Fund is offering grants to Nonprofits & Social Enterprises to fund ideas or early-stage projects that have a high potential for large-scale impact and sustainable change. You can be a seasoned social entrepreneur or a first-time changemaker. Eligible candidates for the Catalyst Fund may be individuals, teams of individuals, non-profit organizations, or social enterprises. Grants for up to $15,000.  https://roddenberryfoundation.org/our-work/catalyst-fund/

Techstars Accelerators - Techstars accelerators have one goal: to help entrepreneurs succeed. During each three-month program, they surround companies with the best mentors and an unrivaled network of corporate partners, investors, and alumni. Companies can receive $20K for 6% of company. Various locations and due dates - https://www.techstars.com/accelerators/

Western Union Fellowship - (specific counties) - Western Union Foundation Fellowship is for next-generation high-promising entrepreneurs and community leaders who are from and working with highly marginalized, refugee, and forcibly displaced communities around the globe. Looking for applicants from and are working in the following countries: Mexico, Kenya, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ethiopia, France, Germany, India, Italy, Jordan, Lebanon, United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States, and Afghanistan. Funding of $25,000. Apply by 11/15/2022. https://watson.is/western-union-foundation-fellowship/

AT&T Black Future Maker - Black Future Makers are dedicated individuals pursuing greater possibilities for the greater good. Submit a video of 30-60 seconds, or photo, on your Instagram feed explaining how you are pursuing greater possibilities for you and the community. Grants for $10,000. Apply by 12/31/22 - https://www.attdreaminblack.com/contest

Comcast RISE - Marketing and Tech Support and Investment Fund - There are separate applications for the marketing and technology services awards and the Comcast RISE Investment Fund. Eligible business owners may apply for either, or both programs. https://www.comcastrise.com/

Fearless Strivers - Open to black women who are legal U.S. residents (including DC), 18+ and the principal owner of a U.S.-based small business. Grants for $10,000. Apply by 12/31/22. https://www.fearless.fund/strivers

HerRise Micro-Grant - Each month a $500 micro-grant will be awarded to a for-profit small business owned by women of color. Past recipients used their growth grants for computers, equipment, marketing materials, software purchase, website creation and more.  https://www.hersuitespot.com/herrise/

Juntos Crecemos Hispanic Digital & Delivery Program - PepsiCo is inviting Latina entrepreneurs who work in food service to apply for eight weeks of personalized expert consultation, including best practices across operations, technology, marketing and digital presence.  https://pepsicojuntoscrecemos.com/jefaowned/

McBride Sisters SHE CAN Fund in Food and Wine - SHE CAN Fund invests in the professional advancement and career growth of high-potential, professional women, with a particular focus on women of color. Mission is to close the gender and race gap in leadership positions in wine & spirits, hospitality, and finance industries by providing professional development - https://www.mcbridesistersfund.org/grants

Truist NonProfit Grant - The Truist Foundation supports nonprofits with grants that target leadership development, economic mobility, thriving communities and educational equity. Quarterly deadlines - https://www.truist.com/purpose/truist-foundation/grant-application

Wish Local Empowerment Program - You must be a Black-owned business with a brick-and-mortar shop within the United States and less than 20 employees. If selected for the program, you must join Wish Local (which is free). Grants for up to $2000 https://www.wish.com/local/empowerment

ExportMD Program - Maryland companies that receive an ExportMD Award are eligible for up to $5,000 in reimbursement for expenses associated with an international marketing project. Apps due first of each month - https://commerce.maryland.gov/fund/programs-for-businesses/exportmd-program

Maryland Economic Adjustment Fund - This is an evolving loan fund, which supports small businesses that don’t qualify for traditional loans or financing. This specific program will grant priority to businesses in Baltimore City and rural regions across the state. - https://commerce.maryland.gov/fund/programs-for-businesses/meaf

Project Restore - Financial support to Maryland’s existing or new businesses to help incentivize commercial investment in vacant retail and commercial properties.​ Grants for up to $30,000. Apply by 9/8/2022 - https://dhcd.maryland.gov/Pages/ProjectRestore/default.aspx

Scale Your Partnership Accelerator - Free 8-week business accelerator designed for bold, visionary creative companies who are ready to go all in to evolve their business - must be located in Baltimore. Funding of $5,000. Apply by 8/29/2022 - https://www.baltimorecreates.org/syp-fellowship                                 

Want to Become a Corporate Partner?

The Baltimore City Chamber wants to partner with YOU! The Chamber offers a variety of affordable sponsorship packages which provide the opportunity to have your business promoted in our weekly emails, website, and more! Contact Lenora Henry, Executive Director to schedule a meeting and learn more how to engage with the Chamber at Executivedirector@baltimorecitychamber.org

Council President Nick Mosby is partnering with the Residence Inn by Marriott, The Movement Team, Inc., TRUIST Bank and Safeway Foundation to host a Back to School Community Family Fun Day at Eager Park, 900 N. Wolfe St., on Saturday, August 27th from 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Those willing to make a monetary donation can do so via the Movement Team, Inc.’s PayPal at cctoydrive@gmail.com or via mail to 911 South Charles Street, Suite C1, Baltimore, MD 21230.

Our collection day will be at City Hall, 100 N. Holliday St., 21201, on Monday, August 15th from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. To make it even easier, we have created a wish list for you to choose what supplies you would like to donate. You can find that list by clicking on this link: Click here to view the list

Visit: www.meditationmd.org

Meditation for Modern Life: Breaking Through Loneliness

Prayers for World Peace

The Chamber wants members to get involved with our Events, Membership, Public Policy, Young Professionals or Woman’s Leadership Committee. This is an opportunity to develop relationships and exchange ideas with other business owners and corporations. To learn more, reach out to Lenora Henry, Executive Director at Executivedirector@baltimorecitychamber.org