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Letter from the New Executive Director

Hello!


My name is Kaley Letcher. I'm looking forward to having the opportunity to help build and support the business members of the Sandwich area, but also the community as a whole. I’m grateful to be back in Sandwich and to be able to carry on the mission of the chamber. I hope to see you at the Lunch & Learn on Thursday, June 20th, where I will be presenting my ambitions for the chamber.


Thank you for being a part of this journey as we take the next steps to continue supporting this flourishing community.


Sincerely,


Your New Executive Director - Kaley Letcher

executivedirector@sandwich-il.org

(815)786-9075

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SAVE THE DATE:

Annual Golf Outing 2024!

Tee Up for Paradise:

Beach Bash Golf Outing

Drone Drop Fundraiser



Purchase Chance to Win HERE

(More Golf Outing Information in the 2024 Golf Outing Section Below - or go to the golf outing page on our website HERE)

Upcoming Events:

Looking Ahead

June Coffee Before Business

Thursday, June 6th

8am

Location: FNBO in Sandwich

Waubonsee Community College Multi-Chamber After Hours

Thursday, June 6th

5:30pm-7pm

Waubonsee Plano Campus


Deadline for Community Guide Advertisement

Friday, June 14th

Contact Kristin Hawkins

(630) 272-2930


June Lunch & Learn

Thursday, June 20th

Topic: Meet the New Director

Presented By: Kaley Letcher

Location: Sandwich Park District

July Coffee Before Business

Thursday, July 11th

Location: TBD


July Lunch & Learn

Thursday, July 18th

11:30 am Registration

Location: TBD

Topic: Springfield Update

Presented By: State Rep, Jed Davis

SAVE THE DATE

Annual Golf Outing

Friday, August 2nd

Edgebrook Golf Course

Multi-Chamber After Hours Event!


See the image below for more information and how to RSVP!

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Don't miss out!

The deadline to secure your spot in the FIRST-EVER Sandwich Area Community Guide is approaching fast!

Contact Kristin Hawkins HERE

2024 Annual Golf Outing

Tee Up for Paradise: Beach Bash Golf Outing

2024 Sandwich Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing!

Friday, August 2nd - 9am Shotgun Start!

See the images below to see how to register/sponsor this event!

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REGISTER HERE

Welcome New Member!

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May Event Recap

Give DeKalb County

5.2.24

$2,025,471 was raised by the Give DeKalb County Fundraiser! Thank you to all who donated, your contribution helps fund local non-profits in the DeKalb County Area, including the Sandwich Chamber!

Hometown Battery Ribbon Cutting

5.9.24

We had an electric time celebrating with new & established members at their ribbon cutting. Stop by for all your battery needs, from automotive to specialty batteries - they've got you covered!

Learn more about them here: https://chamber.sandwichilchamber.org/.../hometown...


Young Leader Scholarship Presentation

5.15.24

Young Leader Scholarship Award Presented to Tyler Lissman by Chamber President Bill Novicki (Sandwich Park District) and Chamber Vice President Austin Smith (FNBO) - Photos to Come!

May Lunch and Learn

5.16.24

Thank you to Sandwich Police Chief Kevin Senne for speaking on Police updates and for giving a tour of their new facility. Chief Senne enlightened us on the Safety Act that was recently passed. He informed us of the new rules that were set in place by the act such as “Cite & Release” and the new body cam requirements. Thank you again to the Sandwich Police Department for the informative presentation & donating our lunch!

Click Here to Contact the SACC Office to be a sponsor for an event.

10th Annual Summer Pack

5.16.2024

THANK YOU to everyone who donated or volunteered! Because of you, we had another overwhelmingly successful year! This year we proudly served 52 families.


Special thanks to Tricia Kleckner (A&B Exteriors) for creating & leading this wonderful event, it wouldn’t be possible without your dedication to your community & the chamber. You can read more about the Summer Pack program in our Brand New Community Guide which will be coming out in August 2024!

City of Sandwich Happenings

Sandwich Secures Funding for Economic Development Projects

Sycamore, IL 05/30/24 – The City of Sandwich was awarded a $29,245 Community Economic Development Implementation Grant from the DeKalb County Community Foundation. This grant is a catalyst for multiple downtown improvement projects aimed at enhancing the city, attracting tourism, and more. Funding will help facilitate projects like a downtown business kiosk, holiday and city banners, the creation of three murals, historical markers, and activities. In addition, an inventory of future sites for economic opportunity will be explored.

 

The Community Foundation developed the grant program to provide additional opportunities for DeKalb County communities to support implementation projects aligned with their economic development plan.

 

Foundation Community Engagement Director Teri Spartz adds, “It is wonderful to see the City of Sandwich maximize the impact of this grant to fund multiple projects and improvements in their community.”

 

A generous total of $300,000 has been committed to this grant program through donor support. Remaining eligible communities are encouraged to apply for an implementation grant by the end of 2024, as the program will come to completion. Grant applications must reference a recently completed economic development plan and connect to implementation projects within the plan or to support continued planning.

Sandwich Mayor Todd Latham accepts an economic development implementation grant from Community Foundation Executive Director Dan Templin.

Join a SACC committee and let your creativity shine! It's your chance to add your personal touch to our events while connecting with fellow members. Together, we'll make meaningful connections and unforgettable memories!

Committees now meeting:

  • Ambassadors Committee
  • Annual Golf Outing Committee
  • Summer Pack
Click Here to Contact the SACC Office to Signup for a Committee

Share Your Feedback 

Your input is important as we enhance SACC member benefits, programs, and more. Have feedback for the new year? We have created various channels for you to share your ideas and feedback:


  • Visit our virtual space HERE
  • Stop by the Chamber Office during office hours to chat with SACC Staff
  • Attend our Board of Directors Meetings, held every fourth Thursday of the month (Please check with SACC Staff for specific dates and times)
  • Share your ideas directly with the Executive Director at ExecutiveDirector@Sandwich-il.org


Your contributions are vital to our community, and we look forward to hearing from you!

Explore membership options & upgrade your benefits!

Email SACC today at Info@sandwich-il.org

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