Welcome Bags

Help us to welcome newcomers the right way! The Hartford Chamber of Commerce, along with the City of Hartford, Hartford Business Improvement District (BID), and Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA), are creating Welcome to Hartford bags for new employees and residents of Hartford. We plan to stuff the bags with coupons, giveaways, trinkets, and other collateral that promote YOUR Hartford-based businesses. Email Julio Concepcion, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce to arrange your items to be included.
Emergency Grant Program Applications for Small Businesses Opens August 4
Grants of up to $7,500 will be available to businesses as funds allow. Businesses that received grants in the first two rounds are eligible for this third round of funding. Applications open at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 4. Technical assistance is available through grants from the Blue Hills Civic Association, Upper Albany Main Street, Upper Albany Merchants Association, the Spanish American Merchants Association, and the Entrepreneurial Center at the University of Hartford.
Hartford Next is Hiring
Hartford NEXT, the coalition of all Hartford‘s Neighborhood Revitalization Zones (NRZs) and the City of Hartford, is seeking applicants for a newly created position. The Program Manager will manage community training, workforce development programs, and initiatives available through Hartford NEXT’s Neighborhood Training Institute (NTI). 
Hartford Prints! Pop, Pop, Pop-Up Palooza On Pratt
Sunday, August 1, PlantHer and Nath Soap Company will be taking over Pratt Street with an amazing selection of houseplants, terrariums, locally grown flower bouquets, and handmade soap! Street parking is FREE downtown on Sundays.

PlantPlantHer is passionate about houseplants, perennials, and annuals—and helping people find deep connections with themselves and their plants. Founder "Farmer Jill" has 14 years of experience managing vegetable farms across the United States with a focus on educating others about plants and has been partnering with experts in the horticulture industry for the past 7 years.


Nath Soap Company soaps are handmade in small batches from scratch using the cold process method in their studio in Wallingford CT. The soaps are formulated with high-quality, responsibly sourced oils and butters, and Phthalate-free fragrances to create a gentle, cleansing, and conditioning bar.
Welcome New Member
Welcome New Chamber Member: Velia's Virtual Solutions

During the pandemic, Tashalee Cruz moved her business, Velia’s Virtual Solutions, from the Bronx to Hartford’s West End. We’re glad she did—and we're excited to welcome her business to the Chamber family.
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