ENTER TO WIN $2,500
The Chairish Small Business Award ($2,500)
- Applicants must be 18+ and the company must be owned by a U.S. citizen
- Business must be in the design field (interior design, graphic design, architecture, fashion, etc.) and cannot exceed over $1 million in revenue annually
- Business must be an early stage business, having launched in the past 12 months or working to scale operations as a growth-stage business if launched over 12 months ago
- Applicants must provide up to a 500-word statement of how they’d use the funds to support their business, and design a “mood board” of their ideal workspace using Chairish products.
You can review full details on our site.
COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 RESOURCE CORNER
Banners for Businesses
Banners, Tabletop Signs, a Safety Webpage and Social Media Graphics have been created for Peoria businesses. If a business owner would like to learn more or request any of these free marketing materials, they can sign up at:
www.peoriaaz.gov/business/small-business-task-force.
Paycheck Protection Program
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on PPP Loan Forgiveness
The Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, is providing this guidance to address borrower and lender questions concerning forgiveness of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, as provided for under section 1106 of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), as amended by the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (Flexibility Act).
Borrowers and lenders may rely on the guidance provided in this document as SBA’s interpretation, in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, of the CARES Act, the Flexibility Act, and the Paycheck Protection Program Interim Final Rules (“PPP Interim Final Rules”) (link).
Click here for Document on (FAQ's) on PPP Loan Forgiveness
Testing Sites
from Arizona Department of Health Services
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Banner Better Together Gift Giving Event
Banner Better Together Gift Giving Event
Banner Health is in preparation for this year’s Better Together Employee Giving Fundraiser. Banner Health’s Better Together has raised over 1.8 million dollars a year lending support to 501c organizations that provide shelter, meals, medical research, senior care, and more. Some of the agencies include United Way, Alzheimer’s Research, Senior Community Centers, burn camps, behavioral health, and over 20 other non-profit organizations serving Arizona.
Employee teams from each facility are tasked to find unique ways that drive the employee gift giving. This is done through payroll donations, silent auctions, or raffle participation. Arizona West is the home of two participating Peoria Chamber hospitals. Each is offering events to entice the employee giving. We would appreciate any items/ services that could be put together to create a unique bid gift. We are only successful in the endeavors through support from organizations giving items of significant value.
Please feel free to contact me at any time with questions or to make a donation, contact myself for Veronica with the Chamber.
Thank you,
Elizabeth Baker
Director, Business Development
AZ Region – West Valley
602-747-3632 office
602-370-4714 mobile
AZTV Channel 7
We're teaming up with Member AZTV Channel 7 to help local businesses!
We know getting back to business is exciting as we all work to grow Arizona’s economy. And as the last locally owned and operated broadcasting TV station in a top 20 market, we have the ability to pass along great savings to our local Arizona partners and help local businesses re-emerge successfully.
AZTV Channel 7 is offering the Peoria Chamber of Commerce a discount. The value for broadcast and production can reach up to $3,000, but members can get it for just $150. All you have to do is mention that you are a Peoria Chamber member!
AZ Daily Mix is a live show that airs from 8-9am Monday through Friday, and 7-8am Saturday. Your segment will be aired and re-aired the following day.
Wouldn’t it be exciting to see your company televised? Book your interview now!
Contact: Ryan Ferris, Account Executive, (602) 708-9553 or rferris@aztv.com.
For additional questions please reach out to memberservices@peoriachamber.com.
Open For Business Program
The Peoria Chamber of Commerce has Launched a new Open for Business Advertising Program to help promote your business locally!
This new advertising membership program is available to CURRENT full revenue members as a benefit of the Peoria Chamber of Commerce. Not a member of the chamber? No worries, you can still participate for as little as $200 a year for this amazing non-chamber member advertising offer.
Professional writers and designers will build you a phenomenal product and services catalog and landing page so that the search engines can find you! They will design a mobile app for your business and an electronic business card. Lastly, you can sell your products online with your own online store—and there is a dedicated assistant helping you all along the way!
For more information, visit
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FREE lamination of completed COVID-19 vaccination cards!
Safest Outside Restaurant Assistance Program
Safest Outside Restaurant Assistance Program
The State of Arizona created the Safest Outside Restaurant Assistance Program, which is designed to assist bars and restaurants with funding for the infrastructure needed to expand their premises. With $1 million total in the fund, businesses may apply for up to $10,000 to cover expenditures for items restaurants need to extend their premises to approved outdoor spaces such as outdoor furniture, barriers, patio heaters, or parklets.
Eligibility
- Licensed restaurants and bars
- Fewer than 50 full-time equivalent employees
- Must comply with all COVID-19 related executive orders
- Must demonstrate a new extension of premises that has been approved by the local governing body and the Arizona Department of Liquor Licensing and Control (if applicable)
- Must submit a complete application, including a budget (incomplete applications will not be considered)
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES AND APPLICATION HERE
B For Life
To assist organ transplant recipients, donor families, and living donors with the costs associated with participation at the transplant games.
To encourage recipients to actively become involved with their own healthcare, through educational information, support groups, websites that improve the effectiveness of the B For Life process.
To promote organ and tissue donation by demonstrating the success of donation and B For Life.
To provide support of donor families and their experiences.
Advertise at Sky Zone!
Advertise at Sky Zone! They have 4 TV screens, as well as monitors at each entry station providing slides for advertisements.
For more information, please contact:
Mackenzie Roque
Community Manager – Sky Zone Peoria
Mackenzie.Roque@skyzone.com
Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)
Are you a Chamber Member struggling to obtain the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)?
The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open. This program will provide restaurants with funding equal to their pandemic-related revenue loss up to $10 million per business and no more than $5 million per physical location. Recipients are not required to repay the funding as long as funds are used for eligible uses no later than March 11, 2023.
Sign up to receive email alerts from SBA as additional information about the Restaurant Revitalization Fund becomes available.
What's Happening in Peoria
Fall Sports Registration Opens
Registration is now open for the city of Peoria’s 2021 fall youth sports season, which includes flag football, machine pitch baseball, soccer, t-ball and volleyball. Enrolling your child in a youth sports league or team is more than just a physical activity, it can also provide participants with leadership skills, teamwork, communication, respect, and help develop and improve self-esteem. Register before September 8 to receive a discounted fee of $80 for residents and $110 for non-residents. Beginning September 9, registration is $90 for residents and $140 for non-residents. Space is limited and practices for all sports begin the week of October 4. Visit www.peoriaaz.gov/sports or call 623-773-8600 for details and registration.
Stay Cool at a Peoria Splash Pad
If you are looking for a way to escape the heat and stay cool, visit one of the city of Peoria’s splash pads. The splash pads are open 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. through October 15 and are located at four Peoria locations: Rio Vista Community Park, Paloma Community Park, Pioneer Community Park, and Camino a Lago Park. Visit www.peoriaaz.gov/parks for park details.
Bulk Trash Continues
The city of Peoria provides bulk trash service twice a year to residents that receive trash and recycle services from the Solid Waste Division. The bulk trash program provides a pick-up of large, bulky items that do not fit into residential trash containers. Round two of collections began on July 6 and runs through December 29. Acceptable items include stoves, sofas, chairs, and yard waste. For a full list of acceptable and unacceptable items, including the map of the pickup schedule, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/bulktrash.
Check Out the New Community Resource Guide
The Community Assistance Resource Guide, created in partnership with the cities of Surprise and El Mirage, contains information about more than 250 non-profit agencies offering free to low-cost services for qualifying individuals and families. This valuable guide provides resources for food services, shelter and housing assistance, homelessness, domestic violence, and many other local resources. The guide is available in English and Spanish. To obtain a copy or for more information, call 623-773-7070 or email communityassistance@peoriaaz.gov. Visit the guide online at www.peoriaaz.gov/peoriasupport.
National Water Quality Month
August is National Water Quality Month–a month dedicated to making the most out of the fresh water that is available. Having clean water is vital to individual health and the needs of our environment. The city of Peoria’s Water Services Department employs dedicated, certified operations and engineering personnel who treat, test, and deliver safe water to Peoria water customers. Every drop of Peoria’s drinking water is treated using modern, state-of-the-art treatment technology. Hundreds of tests are performed each month to be certain that drinking water meets all federal, state, and local water quality standards. During Water Quality Month, it is important to recognize what life would be like without clean water. For more information, visit www.nationalwaterqualitymonth.org. To view the city of Peoria’s Water Quality Reports, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/waterreports.
AM/PM Announces Hiring Incentives for New Employees
The city of Peoria is seeking outgoing, positive, and responsible individuals who desire to work with youth in the AM/PM before and after school care program. Staff members will supervise and monitor children by actively participating with them through play and staff-led enrichment, such as literacy, arts and crafts, and STEAM projects. The ideal candidate will provide an enhanced experience, enjoy positive participant interactions, and welcome the opportunity to make a difference. The city of Peoria recently received a grant through the Department of Economic Security for funding to provide hiring and retention bonuses for employees that provide childcare. This incentive allows the city to offer new employees hired between Aug. 1 and Sept. 16, a hiring bonus to be paid out on an upcoming paycheck. In addition, new employees may also be eligible to receive a second bonus on their Sept. 23 paycheck. For details visit www.peoriaaz.gov/jobs and review the city of Peoria’s employment opportunities and search “Childcare Provider - Rec Leaders.”
Volunteer Coaches Needed
Calling all volunteers! The city of Peoria’s Fall Youth Sports season is beginning in October and we are seeking volunteer coaches for the following sports: flag football (ages 5-12), machine pitch baseball (ages 6+), soccer (ages 3-14), T-ball (ages 4-6), and volleyball (ages 7-14). The city is looking for volunteers who are positive, enthusiastic, supportive, trustworthy, and dedicated individuals interested in making a positive impact on the children in our programs. Volunteer coaches must be 18 years or older, and will be required to complete a background check and be finger printed. Visit http://ow.ly/9A8A50FLtEY to complete the online coaching application. For information about the fall sports season, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/youthsports or email sports@peoriaaz.gov.
Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Needs Assessment Survey
Peoria’s Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Department is conducting a survey to establish priorities for the future development of parks, recreation and library facilities, programs and services. The information obtained in this survey will be used to update the Master Plan. Public input and ideas are important. The planning process relies on receiving input from our residents, to form our goals and objectives for the next decade. With this plan, the city strives to enrich the future of the community and have a positive effect on Peoria’s quality of life. To take the survey, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/survey. The survey must be completed by Aug. 15.
Arizona Broadway Theatre Presents ‘The Spitfire Grill’
The Arizona Broadway Theatre is hosting the “Spitfire Grill” musical from Aug. 13-Sept. 5, 2021. The musical follows Percy Talbot as she is released from a five-year prison sentence and begins work at the Spitfire Grill, which is up for sale. Seeing little interest for a new owner, Percy encourages the owner to raffle it off with an essay contest. With its roots in blues and folk music, this soaring score creates a musical triumph that celebrates second chances and the lasting impact one person can make in a life. To purchase tickets, visit www.azbroadway.org.
Adult Softball League at Paloma Park
The city of Peoria is proud to announce the Paloma Community Park Adult Softball League. The league is a coed social/friendly league that focuses on healthy competition and social interaction, and will take place on Friday and Sunday evenings. The program is designed for adults who have little or no softball experience, as well as adults who have played on a competitive softball or baseball league prior. The Friday league begins Oct. 1 at 6:30 p.m. and the Sunday league begins Oct. 3 at 6 p.m. Visit www.peoriaaz.gov/sports, email sports@peoriaaz.gov or call 623-773-8600 for details.
Pop-Up Peoria at Park West Announces August Classes
Pop-Up Peoria is a unique, innovative community engagement space created by the city of Peoria and CIRE Equity. Visit Pop-Up Peoria at Park West to connect with artists, creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts in a variety of activities, programs, and interactive experiences. Upcoming events include preschool and children’s story time, business support for Latinas, and an entrepreneurship day. For the full program schedule, check out www.popuppeoria.com.
Tower of Power Headlines Somos Peoria
Somos Peoria, the Valley’s most celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month event, will take over Old Town Peoria at 83rd and Grand Avenues on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 2 – 10: 30 p.m. The multicultural festival will include national headlining entertainment by the renowned 70s funk and soul band, Tower of Power and Latin R&B band of the 80s, Tierra, as well as a variety of local entertainment. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample local and traditional foods, arts and crafts and enjoy music by mariachis, among many other special activities. For additional details and tickets, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/somospeoria.
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B&G Advisors
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Jalapeño Inferno
JALAPENO INFERNO is known locally for an amazing array of exciting promotions, menu features, great specials and many options for dining. Rotating themed menus include the annual Hatch Chile Harvest menu,” 99 Nights of Summer” promotion, Taco Tuesdays and Daily Chefs’ Specials. The hip and lively Cantina features the Valley’s BEST Happy Hour, an enticing Margarita of the Month program and flat screen TV’s for sports viewing. The award winning Margarita Madness menu lists unique and creative Margaritas and craft cocktails. A one of a kind, proprietary JALAPENO INFERNO tequila barrel program has been blended just for us by the amazing craftsmen at Maestro Dobel distillery–try it in one of our margaritas! The Inferno Firewall allows guests to sit back and enjoy the ambiance on those cool Arizona nights. The Scottsdale Road location has the most unique Creekside patio for outdoor dining in all of Scottsdale. An open air Courtyard enhances the experience in Peoria and a “big city feel” upstairs dining room compliments Market Street. The kitchens’ ability to cater your office party, wedding rehearsal dinner or to set aside a private dining area for your large party in the restaurants has proven to be a “home run “for our guests.
PolyVision Marketing
Hi! My name is Esperanza Sanchez-Apodaca and I started this business originally as a digital marketing agency to create content for business/personal branding. As I started to grow a passion for photography, I couldn’t help but redirect and set my focus on photoshoots. My goal is to create a vision, whether it be through a lense or simply by consulting a business or individual of their brand. I want to help everyone in Maricopa county and expand all throughout Arizona to provide the best marketing services and create a vision that is unique to them.
Upcoming Chamber Events
Coffee is For Closers
August 12th
8:00 - 9:00 AM
Avanti Senior Living
26850 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy
Peoria, AZ 85383
Navigating CRM Systems and Building Business Relationships
Jamie Lau
Patient/Community Relations Coordinator
Roadrunner Foot & Ankle
Jamie Lau is a customer-focused outside sales leader who incorporates multichannel marketing to expand brand awareness, build community relations, and drive results. Proven ability to increase revenue through grassroots efforts that include cold calling, digital marketing, and social media engagement, and CRM system management.
REGISTER HERE
Women 4 Women
August 20th
8:30 - 10:00 AM
808 Social AZ
8435 W Peoria Ave
Peoria, AZ 85345
Charis Browne
808 Social
 
Charis was born in and raised in Ewa Beach, HI. She has been in the travel industry for 20+ years and has also coordinated events and expos. She has also owned and operated a successful tattoo shop for 5+ years in Wahiawa, HI. After juggling 3 jobs as a single mother, living in Hawai’i, she finally met the man of her dreams. After COVID hit, she found herself unemployed from all 3 jobs.
808 Social is a Hawaii Coffee and Goodies in Peoria, AZ. "We want to bring a taste of Hawaii to everyone here in Arizona. We are an Ohana based company and bring the Aloha Spirit to everyone who comes to the shop. We also love to support local businesses and Hawaiian businesses so please feel free to talk with us and maybe we can coordinate an event together."
Visit Website: http://808socialaz.com/
REGISTER HERE
Percolate Peoria
August 24th
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Parkway Bank & Trust
7581 W Thunderbird Rd
Peoria, AZ 85381
REGISTER HERE
Military Affairs Committee
August 25th
04:30 - 05:30 PM
Rio Vista Recreation Center
8866 W Thunderbird Rd
Peoria, AZ 85381
REGISTER HERE
After Hours Shenanigans
August 25th
5:00 - 6:30 PM
The Social on 83rd
8350 W Paradise Ln,
Peoria, AZ 85382
Appetizers will be served. Generously provided by the Social!
REGISTER HERE
SizeUp Business Analytics Tool
PEORIA CHAMBER INVESTS IN BIG DATA ENABLING SMALL BUSINESS WITH SIZEUP!!!!
SizeUp West - Peoria, Glendale, Surprise is a free, robust business analytics tool designed to support small and medium-sized businesses in a variety of stages, from the entrepreneur looking to start their first business to a seasoned business owner looking to expand their customer base.
SizeUp West can assist in providing answers to:
- Where should I start my business in the West Valley?
- Who are my competitors and how do I perform compared to the them?
- How can I find more customers?
- How do I identify the best places to locate and advertise my business?
“SizeUp represents an edge for our businesses to navigate and develop strategies and tactics to attract more customers and thus revenue; this is why we invested in it and want to see it become a useful tool for our member businesses,” states Scot Andrews President & CEO of the Peoria Chamber.
SizeUp West identifies essential market data for the Peoria, Glendale, and Surprise area. We are partnering with sponsors to bring this tool to our members.
You can find the tool in the Members Login area here:
Community News, Events & Deals
Where to build, create and collaborate: a tour of local spaces
August 24th
5:30-7:00 PM
Who: Anyone launching or interested in launching a project, business, venture or solution. This is an opportunity to share community expertise!
Where: In-person attendance at Pop-Up Peoria at Park West(9744 West Northern Avenue Peoria, AZ 85345). Virtual attendance is available via televeda (link provided upon registration).
REGISTER HERE: https://na.eventscloud.com/ehome/621292
Learning outcomes: By the end of this workshop, attendees will be able to:
- Meet fellow creative entrepreneurs from a variety of industries
- Identify local maker spaces and coworking spots as well as how to access them
- Identify helpful tips from experienced creative entrepreneurs
- Understand the range of resources offered in the community and via the internet
Start this school year off looking and feeling your best with our most popular filler combo: cheeks and lips! This package includes 3 syringes total, 2 for cheeks and 1 for lips and over $300 in savings! This offer will run through September 30th.
Join us for a roaring good time on Saturday, September 18, 2021. Hotsy-totsy hoofers will Charleston to live jazz music as bootlegging bartenders mix forbidden cocktails for you in our hopping gin mill. Gamblers will have their chance to flirt with Lady Luck before dining on a delectable three-course meal, culminating in the highly anticipated opening night of the blockbuster ABT season. You deserve to let loose at a swanky soiree, so slip on your most extravagant flapper dress and break out your sharpest suit for an evening like no other, with a speakeasy twist. Let your inner socialite be set free as you relive the extravagance of the Roaring Twenties. Tables of two, four, and six are available for a limited time at this invitation-only event. You don’t want to miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Purchase your table now for this exclusive event before it's too late. A party is not a party without YOU, and we want you to be the first to celebrate as we finally say, “Broadway’s Back...let’s get this party started!
Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) is starting its new season with a roaring good time that you will not want to miss!
Beginning Tuesday, September 14, join us for a full week of festivities including open houses, live performances, beer and champagne tastings, and so much more!
Don't miss the following events in September!
Arizona Broadway Theatre Mural Talk Luncheon with Penny Klaphake
Tuesday, Sept.14 & Thursday, Sept. 16 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Be our Guest! Open House
Wednesday, Sept.15 & Friday, Sept. 17 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Happy Hour: Broadway Bingo with Kurtis Overby
Wednesday, September 15 | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Happy Hour: Broadway Bubbles & Brews
Thursday, September 15 | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Learn more about this exciting week!
Must RSVP to attend events. Luncheon tickets available for purchase.
Save the date!
You don’t want to miss this flow of knowledge.
The Southwest Water Resiliency Conference will be presented by Salt River Project and is scheduled for Oct. 6–7. Save these important dates and join us as scientific experts, key stakeholders, water managers and other speakers deliver presentations and insights through the lens of Arizona’s water and climate future. Your official invitation, registration link and additional details will follow.
Southwest Water Resiliency Conference:
Wednesday, Oct. 6 & Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021
Hyatt Regency, 122 N. 2nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
We're excited to announce that tickets are NOW ON SALE for Follow the Fork!
100% of ticket sales benefit the Peoria Education Foundation!
Treat yourself...you deserve it. Book the link below to schedule
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**WE ARE ACCEPTING NEW MOVE-INS/ADMITS**
Beat the Heat Special!
In studio headshot session: $59 per person
(Regular price $119)
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(623) 252.FOTO (3686)
BACK TO SCHOOL SHOE SHOPPING
It’s that time again, children going back to school. This can be an exciting and a challenging time for parents as they try to decide what types of shoes to buy for their children. Whether you are shopping for a kindergartner and not knowing how much their foot will grow or trying to shop with a teenager with expensive taste can be difficult. Shoe shopping questions like correct size, style, and choice of materials can be puzzling.
To read more.....please click here.
SBA Announces Opening of Paycheck Protection Program Direct Forgiveness Portal
This week, The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced their launch of the streamlined Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness application portal. This portal will be available for borrowers who received $150,000 or less through participating lenders. The portal will begin accepting applications on August 4th. For assistance call (877) 552-2692, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. EST.
Click here to see 2021 Benevilla Golf Tournament Sponsorship Opportunities
Making Noise for Autism Walk
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