Our office may be closed, but we are still working for you. Below are some of the resources and initiatives we have been working on and a full list can be found on our
website.
Let us know what additional questions you have or how we can help you and your business during this time.
-Morton Chamber & EDC Staff
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Morton Post-It:
A weekly reminder of events and activities in Morton, Illinois
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Chamber & EDC Events & News
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What to Do When You Don't Know What To Do Webinar
On Thursday, April 2 at 1:00 PM, join us for a webinar discussing what we do now. In times of great uncertainty, we can feel unsure of our priorities and what action needs to be taken. What we really want is clarity on how to best think through our new situation so we can lead with confidence.
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Increasing Small Business Efficiencies Survey
In partnership with Morton EDC Innovation Kiln Task Team, University of Illinois College of Business, and University of Illinois Extension we are studying an opportunity to create efficiencies for our small businesses. The following survey is designed to help us understand your business needs and opportunities for business growth markets. Deadline is April 10.
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Retail Therapy Thursday &
Great American Takeout Tuesday
The PACVB/Enjoy Peoria has created two fun days: the Great American Takeout on Tuesdays and Retail Therapy Thursday to support our local businesses! Use the hashtag #retailtherapythursday or #greatamericantakeout when you're shopping local online or with curbside pickup!
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Chamber & EDC Event Updates
The following Chamber & EDC events have been
postponed
.
Dates have yet to be rescheduled.
:
3/31 EDC Morton MIXER with the Berchtolds
4/2 Great Harvest Bread Co. Block Party on Thursday 4/2
4/21 Ribbon Cutting with Starstruck Parties & Events
4/24 April Fourth Fridays (season to begin in May)
More information about adjustments to come about:
4/22 Earth Day Community Clean Up
5/1 Chamber Annual Golf Outing
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Business Updates & Support
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Shop Local
ILove Local Week
From April 4 - 11, throughout Illinois, we will be celebrating our small businesses that make our state a great place to be.
Join the Facebook event and stay tuned for more info!
#MOMMChallenge
Local business owner and Chamber board member Greg Nichols has put out a Morton One More Meal Challenge to buy food, treats, coffee, and drinks from our local restaurants and then to buy an additional serving to save for yourself, leave for a neighbor, give to a healthcare worker or one of our other crucial organizations and businesses that are putting themselves on the line everyday. You'll be helping a local restaurant AND potentially paying it forward too!
Use the hashtag #MOMMChallenge and we'll be picking one lucky winner next week on Wednesday to receive a Shop Local gift card or Chamber Check!
Advertising
The Journal Star, AMP Radio, and the PACVB are each offering special advertising for restaurants and some media sites are offering listings of open businesses (
AMP contact,
CI Proud,
Journal Star).
Below are a few photos we've captured with local businesses that are serving delivery and curbside meals (La Fiesta, The Cookery, and Four30 Scones). For a regularly updated list of operating businesses,
visit our website.
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Are you putting hearts on your windows? The nationwide
Heart Hunters Facebook group includes a long list of folks proudly showing their hearts for fun drives and walks through town.
What other fun do you have going on? Share with us via Facebook, Instagram, or reply back to this email! We want to spread the joy!
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Community Support & Updates
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How to Help
Disaster Relief Fund
The Morton Community Foundation has created a disaster relief fund that will be available for community-based organizations that are directly supporting local residents and families who are most affected by emerging health, economic, and social impacts. Funds will be matched by an anonymous donor and Caterpillar employees who donate can have their donations matched through the Caterpillar Foundation.
Donate here.
Donate Blood
Volunteer
Heart of Illinois United Way is a hub of volunteer opportunities for this time, both remote and in-person!
Sign up here.
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Census
Your Census should have arrived in your mail OR for fir the first time this year, you can complete your Census online! An accurate count is crucial for our Village's planning!
Learn more here.
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Food Assistance
The following food pantries are available locally. Please contact the pantry before you pick-up, as the day-to-day availability may change.
- Community Harvest Food Pantry (309) 696-593. Saturday from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Trinity Church, 1901 S. Fourth Ave.
- First Baptist Church, 900 E. Jefferson St. (309) 266-9654. Wednesday from 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
- We Care, 622 W. Jackson St. (309) 263-1015. Tuesdays from 1:00 - 3:00 by appointment
Those that would like to request home delivery, or are in need of other services, should contact the
Heart of Illinois 2-1-1
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Senior & Immunocompromised Accommodations
The following businesses are offering special accommodations to those with
Kroger: Monday - Wednesday from 7:00 - 8:00 AM
Walmart: Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 AM
Casey's General: 8:00 - 9:00 AM everyday
Dollar General: 8:00 - 9:00 AM everyday
Blain's Farm & Fleet: Monday - Saturday 8:00 - 9:00 AM, Sunday 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Touch of Wellness Chiropractic: call (309) 321-8412 or
email
for hours
Colby Natural Health is offering curbside pickup and Alwan Pharmacy is offering drive thru and delivery.
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Special Chamber Features
Welcome to our Newest Chamber Members
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Morton Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Council
415 W. Jefferson St., Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-2491
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