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Thank You All!
Thank you for showing your support at our most recent networking mixer last Thursday evening! A big thank you to Best Western for hosting such a great event!
Shuttered Venue
Operators Grant (SVOG) Closes August 20th
Shuttered Venue Operators Grant applications will be accepted until 11:59 pm (PT) on Friday, August 20, 2021.

To learn more about this grant and to see if you may qualify, Watch This Video.

Please share this information with others and encourage them to apply.

Visit the SBA website for further details.

Later this month, the SBA will open the program for supplemental SVOGs for 50% of the initial award amount, which will be limited to a total of $10 million (first award amount and supplemental combined). Details to come.
New Grant Opportunity for eBay Sellers
in partnership with
Are back for round two! With a chance to be selected for a $10,000 grant, small business sellers can now apply. Included in the grant are education resources to help grow their online businesses.

Hello Alice in partnership with eBay offered this grant in 2020 for the first round. The second round will be accepting applications until September 3, 2021, at 3:00 pm (PT).

This program is open to both new and existing eBay sellers. To see all eligibility requirements, visit the official rules.
Galt Adult School Now Enrolling for Fall 2021!
Enroll online Here. Enrollment will temporarily close on August 20th to prepare for the first week of class. Open enrollment will resume shortly after.

At this time, all classes are set to be held in person, following the state health and safety guidelines.

Digital COVID-19 Vaccine Record
You now have the ability to get your COVID-19 Vaccine card digitally. It's quick and easy to do. Simply visit the State of California link and follow the directions. For more information, visit the Digital COVID-19 Vaccine Record FAQ page.
Local Volunteers Available
ReEmployAbility gives injured workers the chance to volunteer their time in light duty positions until they are physically ready to return to their previous positions. Their employer pays their hourly wage while the employee volunteers. There is no cost to companies looking to be part of this program.

The volunteers would be able to assist with a variety of tasks as long as they are within their restrictions. Examples include greeting customers, sorting and tagging items, dusting and organizing, answering phones, filing, etc.

There are currently two local volunteers. If you would like more information, please contact Galt Chamber at (209) 745-2529 or ReEmployAbility directly at (813) 663-1400 or care@reemployability.com.
Free Online and/or In-Person Classes
How to Apply for
PPP Loan Forgiveness
Free, online, step-by-step instructional class, including tips, on how to apply for PPP Loan Forgiveness through the SBA.

Thursday, August 19th
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Thursday, August 26th
10:30 to 11:30 am (PT)
SBA Q&A Forum
SBA Q&A Forum will be an online event hosted by the SBA's District Office for small business owners. The purpose of this interactive event is to answer questions from businessowners and provided more information on the various small business programs they offer. Join us to have your questions answered and to learn about resources that may be new to you and your business.

C Street Enhancement Project
Community Workshop
All are invited to attend the C Street Enhancement Project Community Workshop. This is a free, live workshop. Please register in advance so we have an idea of how many seats need to be set up.
Tuesday, September 14th
6:00 to 7:30 pm

410 Civic Drive
Galt, CA 95632
Planning for a Good End:
Beyond Advanced Directives
Free 3-week sprint
Classes include:

  • Week 1: Create Compelling Video Content
  • Week 2: Create Your YouTube Channel
  • Week 3: Create and Add Videos to Your YouTube Channel


English Business Cohort
Space is limited so reserve your seat for this free 6-week business course! Class schedule includes:

  • Human Resources – 8/18/21
  • Financial Management – 8/25/21
  • Risk Management – 9/1/21
  • Growth & Expansion – 9/8/21
  • Loan Readiness – 9/15/21
  • Access to Capital – 9/22/21

Chamber Member Event Reminders
Only Open for Two More Weeks!
Summer Fun Brought to You by the City of Galt
Vintage Antiques & Uniques' Ribbon Cutting
Join us in celebrating Vintage Antiques & Uniques at
their ribbon cutting ceremony. All are welcome to attend!

Thursday, August 26th
2:30 to 3:00 pm
at
811 C Street
Galt, CA
Photo by Eli DeFaria on Unsplash
Galt Historical Society Presents
Ambassador Meeting, September 1st
Join us for our Ambassador meeting and learn
how you can become a part of something special!

 Our next scheduled meeting is:
Wednesday, September 1st
8:30 - 9:30 am
We'd love to see you there!
Join us at Las Islitas!
Mariscos Las Islitas was selected as Honorary Business for the month of September. You're invited to help us celebrate them! Las Islitas brings a unique flair to Galt with amazing food and excellent service. They are also very involved in the Galt community. From dontating their time and delicious food to investing in local schools and sports, you can be sure Las Islitas will be there as support. Thank you Las Islitas team for making our town a better place to live and work!

The celebration will be held on
Thursday, September 2nd
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm at:

908 C St., Ste. D
Galt, CA

Grace Vineyards Presents
Pop-Up Plays in the Park
Save the Date!
Save the date for our September luncheon: Thursday, September 16, 2021. Details and registration to come in the following weeks!
Fiesta with CSD
Fire Department!
Join CSD for a fiesta!

Fiesta Mixer
Wednesday, September 29th
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Station 45
229 5th St
Galt, CA
Thank You to our Platinum Partners
*Chamber Updates*
Did you know that as a member of the Chamber, you have the opportunity to have your printed materials (including brochures and business cards) displayed on the rack outside of the Chamber office? This is free with your membership. Call us for more information at (209) 745-2529.

Weekly E-Newletters, such as the one you are reading today, can be found on our website.

In addition, if you are a Chamber member and would like to have your job opening(s) posted on our website, please feel free to reach out to us (209) 329-3098 or galtchamber@gmail.com. You can see our current job listings Here (as an overview). To see more information about each open position, click on the company that is hiring.

We will also gladly post our members' events on our Chamber website. You can view a current list of our calendar events Here (as an overview). To see more information about each event, including flyers, click on the event you are interested in. Please contact us if you are interested in adding an event.
Galt Postcards for Sale



Postcards are now available at the Galt Chamber. Call 209-745-2529, email Galt Chamber, or stop by between the hours of 10:00 am and 3:00 pm.


$1.00 per postcard
Stay Connected
Do you have a change to your business, helpful information to share, a promotional discount you would like to offer other members, or a job or event you would like us to add to our next E-Newsletter? If so, please submit your information to us via email at galtchamber@gmail.com by Friday evening to be included in the following week's E-Newsletter. Please remember to attach any photos, brochures, website links, or contact information you would would like to include.

Questions? Call us at (209) 745-2529.

Stay safe, stay well and say strong, Great American Little Town.
Phone:
(209) 745-2529

Address:
604 N Lincoln Way
Galt CA 95632
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