June 9, 2023

2023 Dividend Declared for the ChamberChoice Business Insurance Program   Program has returned nearly $12.9 million in dividends over 11 years   Chambers of Commerce Service Corporation (CCSC) is pleased to announce that Penn National Insurance has declared a 3% dividend for the ChamberChoice Business Insurance program. Members, who placed their insurance coverage with Penn National Insurance during the 2021/2022 program year and remained active chamber members and policyholders through the end of the program year, will receive a dividend check during the month of June. This year’s dividend totaled over $640 thousand. Over the past 11 years, Penn National Insurance has returned an average of 6% in dividends each year, and an aggregate total of $12.9 million to the business community.   The ChamberChoice Business Insurance program is just one of many benefits that CCSC offers its member Chambers. The partnership between Penn National Insurance and CCSC was designed to provide a value-added membership benefit that would help Chambers attract and retain members.   An important aspect of this group insurance program is preventing loss and controlling claims costs. Because dividends are based on the group’s collective loss experience, a business that may have had a significant loss may still be eligible to receive a dividend.   The program is sold exclusively through local, independent agents who can offer chamber members a variety of coverages and pricing on property and casualty insurance, including businessowners, commercial auto, property, general liability, inland marine and workers’ compensation. Dividends are paid on all of these coverages. In addition, through safety consulting, Penn National Insurance and local independent insurance agencies encourage member businesses to develop safety practices to substantially reduce or eliminate workplace injuries. Contact Brown & Walters Insurance Agency, Inc at 814-447-5568 or Jack H Port Agency at 814-643-6310 or 814-542-2514.

Congratulations to Pam Stern and Mike Simone on winning the door prizes. When you get a chance, stop in and see the gift ideas they have ranging from branded merchandise to yummy dips and cake mixes.

Two ways to promote your business at the Family Fest…… Sponsor the event for $150 and get Name or logo on Facebook cover Name or logo on invitation  Name in all publicity  Option to have space at the event to promote your business or organization. A special thanks to our sponsors: Lincoln Caverns, Inc. & Whisper Rocks, LLC. Bobcat of Huntingdon  AAA Central Penn   Exhibit at the event ($50 to exhibit only; $25 for 501(C) non-profits and for businesses providing kids activities) and get   Space to display/distribute your promotional material (bring your own table) Mentioned on the Facebook event page and in social media promotions Name in the Chamber Enew

Now Recruiting for the Leadership Huntingdon County Class of 2024!

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Member to Member Discount! GreenSpace Indoor Farm 10% off bulk microgreen orders 1/2 pound and up

Have a special offer for fellow Chamber members? Contact Yvonne at [email protected] or 814.643.1110.

Platinum Fulton County Medical Center Shafer Equipment Co. Gold Stern Insurance Agency   Silver Mutual Benefit Group   Bronze Bumgardner & Flasher Oil, Inc. Community State Bank Grier School Orbisonia Hardware, Inc.    Royal Bange's Masonary MiCamp Solutions LLC Culbertson Commercial Cleaning Service FirstEnergy Corporation Juniata College Keller Engineers Lincoln Caverns, Inc. and Whisper Rocks McDonald's Stiffler, McGraw and Associates, Inc.  Dirtbusters Cleaning Services MCS Bank Interested in learning about becoming a Partner in Excellence? Contact Yvonne at  [email protected]  or 814.643.1110 Packages range from $125 to $1,000.

Small Business Has a Big Role in the Economy Small businesses drive the U.S. economy. They are a critical part of our economic ecosystem where big businesses and small businesses are vendors, employees, partners, and customers to each other. ‌ Why it matters: Ninety-nine percent of businesses are small businesses, they employ nearly half of the entire American workforce, and they represent 43.5% of America’s GDP. ‌ Be smart: Here is a look at small businesses’ major role in the economy. Dig deeper with our Small Business Data Center. ‌ Small Business is an Economic Engine. In 2014, (the most recent year for which data are available) small businesses generated nearly $5.9 trillion in economic output, roughly 40% of GDP. ‌ Small Businesses are Big Employers. Small businesses are job creators. Forty-six percent of Americans are employed by small businesses. That’s 62 million people.

Interested in advertising in our enews? Contact Yvonne at [email protected]. The cost is $25.00; $10.00 for 501(3) organizations. Yearly rates are available.

Family Fest & Car Cruise Monday, July 3, 2023  Huntingdon Presbyterian Church 508 Mifflin Street, Huntingdon Car Cruise at 6:00 p.m. Family Fest 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Anytime Fitness Business After Hours Tuesday, July 18, 2023 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. 2023 Bonney Forge and HCCC Golf Tournament Wednesday, July 26, 2023 Huntingdon County Club Lake Raystown Resort, Lodge and Conference Center Tri-County Business After Hours Thursday, August 10, 2023 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Annual Membership Luncheon Thursday, August 17, 2023 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Westminster Woods Huntingdon County Night at the Curve Saturday, August 26, 2023 Altoona Curve Sporting Clay Tournament Wednesday, September 13, 2023 Wednesday, September 20. 2023 (Storm date) Shenecoy Sportsman Annual Awards Gala Thursday, October 5, 2023 Trophy Mountain Lodge Comfort Inn Business After Hours Wednesday, December 6, 2023 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon (Come celebrate your employees and co-workers) Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Noon to 1:00 p.m. Huntingdon Country Club We are planning our 2023 events. If you are interested in hosting a Business Afer Hours or ribbon cutting please let Lorena know. lorena@untingdonchamber,com We are also in the process of planning our seminars. Please let us know if you have specific educational needs.

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If you are hiring, please send position information to [email protected] or login to the member section of our website to post your jobs.

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UC Fraud and UC-1099G Tax Forms https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-treatment-of-unemployment-compensation Victim of unemployment fraud? Criminals using stolen identities filed claims for unemployment compensation in other people's names. Because unemployment compensation is taxable, state unemployment agencies submit Forms 1099-G to individuals in whose names and Social Security numbers the unemployment compensation was paid and to the IRS. Victims of fraud who receive Forms 1099-G with inaccurate amounts of unemployment compensation in Box 1 should notify the state agencies of the inaccuracies and request corrected Forms 1099-G. The Department of Labor details www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/UIIDtheft. Taxpayers should only report income they actually received on their tax returns. Do not report income you did not receive. The IRS offers tax guidance to victims at https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/identity-theft-and-unemployment-benefits. More Information IR-2021-71, IRS to recalculate taxes on unemployment benefits; refunds to start in May IR-2021-81, IRS reminds U.S. territory residents about U.S. income tax rules relating to pandemic unemployment compensation New Exclusion of up to $10,200 of Unemployment Compensation

Did you know........ Small businesses represent the largest segment by number of most local chamber membership rolls. Results in the research study by The Shapiro Group, Inc. and Market Street indicate the impact of local chamber membership on small businesses is very powerful. If a consumer knows a small business is a member of its local chamber, the business enjoys a 44 percent increase in its consumer favorability rating, a 51 percent increase in consumer awareness, a 57 percent increase in its local reputation and a 63 percent increase in the likelihood that consumers will patronize the business in the future. Research indicates that chamber membership stimulates business-to-business commerce in the local community. Other businesses in town are more likely to do business with you and your company if you are a member of the local chamber. Because a major part of a small business typically comes from business-to-business services, it is essential to maintain a positive standing within the local business community. MEMBERS may download our logo to use on your website. Click the logo for more information.

Paid Leave Tax Credit Resources and Guidance Click here to view the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Fact Sheet to learn more about the Paid Leave Tax Credit, how it works, and who is qualified to receive it. Click here to view the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)’s Fact Sheet to learn more about how to claim the tax credit during quarterly filings and additional resources for employers about the program.

Looking for more ways to promote your business? Tag the Huntingdon County Chamber of Commerce in your Facebook posts and we will share them on the Huntingdon, PA - Promotions & Activities page. This page is followed by more than 4,000 people and it is free advertising for you.

Contact Us Yvonne Martin President/ CEO [email protected] Lorena LaGroue Program Director [email protected] 500 Allegheny Street Huntingdon, PA 16652 Phone: 814-643-1110 Fax: 814-643-1115 www.huntingdonchamber.com      Huntingdon, PA Promotions & Activities ‌ ‌

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