by CSDBCC | Jan 4, 2021 | Chamber News, Covid-19, News

As a partner of the San Diego & Imperial SBDC Network, we are here to help make sure you can complete your application for the California Relief Grant. There are recorded webinars and live webinars, available in English, Spanish, and other languages too. Visit https://www.sdivsbdc.org/california-relief-grant/ [sdivsbdc.org] to learn more and to sign up for a live or recorded webinar!
These are all the webinars that are coming up, including recorded webinars as well.
English, Live – Jan 4 at 1 pm https://sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/13949 [sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com]
Arabic, Live – Jan 5 at 10 am https://sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/13943 [sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com]
Spanish, Live – Jan 5 at 11 am https://sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/13948 [sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com]
Spanish, Live – Jan 5 at 1 pm https://sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/13952 [sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com]
Swahili, Live – Jan 5 at 3 pm https://sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/13947 [sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com]
English, Live – Jan 6 at 1 pm https://sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/13951 [sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com]
Spanish, Live – Jan 7 at 1 pm https://sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/13953 [sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com]
We also have recorded webinars (on-demand)
English, on demand https://sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/13944 [sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com]
Spanish, on demand https://sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/13955 [sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com]
Arabic, on demand https://sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/13950 [sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com]
Also, as a specialty, we have with the San Diego Foundation, have California Relief Grant for Nonprofits https://sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/13954 [sdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com] on January 5 at 11 am.
If you would like more information on any of the individual events, please go to our calendar.
by CSDBCC | Dec 29, 2020 | Chamber News, Covid-19
Grant Relief Program Available
The California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) is administering the $500 million grant program. On November 30th, the Governor and the Legislature approved assistance for grants ranging from $5,0000 up to $25,000 for eligible small businesses and nonprofits impacted by COVID-19.
Please be advised: Applications are only open from Wednesday December 30th – Friday January 8th. Visit CAReliefGrant.com now to begin preparing your documents needed to apply.
by CSDBCC | May 15, 2017 | Chamber News
Business Bytes is back at Quad AleHouse on May 24th! This month’s event features international speaker and author, Professor Starla Lewis, who will be sharing “Steps to a Purpose-driven Life.“
The event is FREE for CSDBCC members // $20 for non-members.
Get your tickets at the door or in advance
Bring a friend and help spread the word! Visit our event page for more details.
by CSDBCC | Mar 30, 2017 | Chamber News
Central San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Trailblazing Leadership of Lemon Grove Mayor Racquel Vasquez
On Thursday, March 23, 2017, the Central San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce (CSDBCC) hosted a celebration of Racquel Vasquez, the new Mayor of the City of Lemon Grove, at the University Club Atop Symphony Towers in Downtown San Diego. At this special event, over 50 Chamber members, business owners, and community leaders joined CSDBCC in honoring Mayor Vasquez for her trailblazing leadership as the first African American woman to serve as Mayor in San Diego County.
As a civically engaged resident of Lemon Grove since 2001, Mayor Vasquez served as a Planning Commissioner and as a member of the City Council prior to replacing former Mayor Mary Sessom, who led the city of Lemon Grove for the past 20 years. Upon accepting her award from CSDBCC, Mayor Vasquez shared the inspiration behind her historic run, and thanked her supporters for contributing to the tireless grassroots campaign that led her to victory in November 2016. The Mayor also shared her optimistic vision for Lemon Grove, a geographically small city with an exceptionally diverse population of 25,000, as a place of opportunity, innovation, and inclusion. Through collaboration with community partners such as CSDBCC, Mayor Vasquez aims to improve the quality of life in Lemon Grove and secure equal access to the resources and opportunities necessary for all its citizens to thrive.
In regards to the celebration, Mayor Vasquez remarked, “This event has far exceeded anything I could imagine.” As one of many celebration attendees who presented Mayor Vasquez with statements of enthusiastic support for her leadership and dedication, CSDBCC President and CEO, Dr. Steven Jones, stated, “We are excited to honor Mayor Vasquez, whose leadership and passion exemplifies and aligns with our mission. The Black Chamber looks forward to supporting the Mayor as we work towards our shared goals, which include advancing inclusive economic development and equal opportunity here in San Diego.”
CSDBCC Chairman Bruce Mayberry, who served as master of ceremonies for the event, added, “As part of our 2017 Six-Step Growth Strategy, Chamber leaders have been working hard to strengthen our community partnerships and engage in political advocacy that supports the success of our growing membership base. This phenomenal celebration of Mayor Vasquez is a special highlight in our ongoing efforts to expand the exposure and impact of the Black Chamber throughout San Diego County.”
CSDBCC is a 501(c) nonprofit organization whose mission is to create generational wealth through business enterprise, education, employment, and investments. For more information on membership and ways to get involved, visit www.sdblackchamber.org or call 619-269-9400.
by CSDBCC | Feb 16, 2017 | Chamber News, News, Seminars
The inaugural event will be held
Wednesday, February 22nd at
Quad Ale House. The event is free for CSDBCC members / $20 for non-members (cash & cards accepted at the door).