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Latest Chamber News

The Greater Hazleton Chamber is pleased to present the final Red Carpet Breakfast for 2023 on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Mr. Rich Roman, Executive Director of Penn DOT district IV will update the business community on critical piece of our area’s infrastructure, transportation. Attendees will also have the opportunity for a question and answer session at the end of his presentation. The breakfast program will take place at Four Blooms Restaurant located at 668 North Hunter Highway, Drums PA.

The program will begin at 7:45 a.m. and conclude at 9:00 a.m. A full breakfast will be served at the upcoming breakfast program for a $25 fee for chamber members and a $35 fee for non-chamber members. Chamber members and guests who would like to attend should contact the chamber office at 570-455-1509, ext. 101 or register online at hazletonchamber.org by Monday, December 4.

The Luzerne County Small Business Sustainability Grant Program is accepting applications now for one-time grant awards that will be distributed to eligible applicants.

ONLINE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
Visit luzernecountyready.org to apply.

To streamline your application process, please gather ELECTRONIC versions of the following required documents:

  • 2019 Full Tax Return (1040 with schedule C, 1040SR with schedule C, 1065, 1120, or 1120S)
  • 2022 Full Tax Return (1040 with schedule C, 1040SR with schedule C, 1065, 1120, or 1120S)
  • W-9 Form (Click here for a fillable version) - If you file a 1040 or 1040SR using botha SSN and an EIN please include both on the W9
  • Proof of Luzerne County Business Address (utility bill, property tax bill or receipt,insurance declaration page, invoice for equipment or inventory, bank statement, etc.)
  • 2023 Q2 and Q3 941’s (Only for businesses with 20+ FTE employees interested in being considered for additional funding.)

Small Businesses are the heartbeat of our neighborhoods, the spine of our local economy and the spirit of our hometown. Luzerne County wants to support you.

This morning, Luzerne County officials announced the opening of the Luzerne County Small Business Sustainability Grant Program. Eligible businesses can apply online at www.luzernecountyready.org.

The program aims to help mitigate the negative economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on small businesses, keep their doors open, protect local jobs, support community economic recovery, and increase resiliency across Luzerne County.

“I encourage all eligible small business owners to seize this opportunity and take advantage of the ARPA funding. By doing so, you will be investing in the future of your business and contributing to the revitalization of our local economy. This program is a perfect example of collaboration with many community partners who are so deeply invested in supporting our small businesses,” stated Romilda P. Crocamo, Esq., Luzerne County Manager, at a press event held at the Courthouse.

One-time, grant awards of $5,000 will be distributed to eligible applicants with less than 20 Full Time Equivalent Employees. Businesses with 20 or more Full Time Equivalent Employees may be eligible for up to $10,000 as funding allows.

The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce Women’s Networking Committee is holding their final woman’s networking luncheon program for 2023 on Tuesday, November 28th from 12 noon to 1 pm at Rostas Café on 15th Street in Hazleton. The event is being sponsored by Maria Rosario Allstate Agency and the event is open for any woman to attend.

 

The program will begin promptly at 12 noon and will include a buffet lunch. The guest speaker is Susan J. Selby, CEO from Immanuel Christian School who is presenting on Cultural Intelligence and Cultural Competency. Prioritizing cultural intelligence within one's organization is essential for flourishing teams that are effective, creative, and innovative. Culturally competent teams make better decisions, and are more honest and more satisfied problem solvers. You will receive some tools to grow in a more authentic understanding of yourself and others and you'll be empowered to be an influencer of more cultural awareness in your workplace.