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The Friday Extra

President Lisa Sorin is back for this week's Friday Extra! Tune in for the latest on available grants for small businesses, NYC's new Shop Your City campaign, upcoming events and more. Wishing everyone in our Bronx Chamber Community a safe and pleasant Memorial Day Weekend as we acknowledge those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Upcoming Events Government Contracts - M/WBE Certification Workshop Join SBDC on June 3rd from 9am-10:15am for a informational webinar. Participants will understand the logistics of government contracts, Request for Proposals (RFPs), MWBE certification, securing funding, bank programs, and grant opportunities. REGISTER NOW NYC M/WBE Certification Webinars for June 2021    M/WBE Certification Webinar Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/152565602825 M/WBE Certification Webinar (SPANISH) Wednesday,     June 9th, 2021 |10:00am – 11:30am  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/152565857587 EBE Certification Webinar Monday, June 14th, 2021 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/152566120373                  M/WBE Certification Webinar Wednesday, June 16th, 2021 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/152568744221 M/WBE Certification Webinar (FRENCH) Wednesday, June 23rd, 2021 | 10:00am – 11:30am https://www.eventbrite.com/e/152569352039 M/WBE Certification Webinar (HAITIAN CREOLE) Wednesday, June 30th, 2021 |2:00pm – 3:30pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/152571687023 Bronx Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing Tuesday, June 22, 2021 The Bronx is back in business! Foursome opportunities for our golf outing are sold out! Contact dolores@bronxchamber.org to inquire about remaining Sponsorship opportunities, or to purchase a dinner ticket. Available Growth & Recovery Grants Stacy's Rise Project 2021 Created to help bridge the funding gap for founders, the Stacy’s Rise Project has been connecting and empowering business owners for years. Mentorship and monetary support helped this brand rise from a humble sandwich cart to the nation’s supermarkets. And it’s these same resources that today’s small business owners need to succeed – now, more than ever. So that’s exactly what Stacy’s is offering to 10 entrepreneurs in their journey to make their dreams a reality with the latest iteration of the Rise Project. The Stacy’s Rise Project™ supports small businesses through funding, mentorship and community. Eligible small businesses selected as Stacy's Rise Project finalists will receive $10,000 and mentorship. Apply by sharing how a grant and mentorship opportunity would help grow your business.  Learn More Bronx Chamber Member Spotlight Highlighting the Support of Empire City by MGM We'd like to formally acknowledge Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts for their ongoing partnership with the Chamber and support of the Bronx as a whole. In addition to employing 300+ Bronx residents, Empire City has provided sponsorships, in-kind support, and volunteers for Chamber-led efforts on behalf of Bronx small business.   Thank you, Empire City, for your commitment to the people and businesses of our borough! Camp Bronx Fund Fundraiser - City Winery Wine Tasting Camp Bronx Fund has partnered with City Winery to bring you this exclusive Wine Tasting event both in person and virtually to benefit Camp Bronx Fund. Get your tickets now! Lloyd Gamble Consulting Lloyd Gamble Consulting is proud to offer 20%off our services for all BXCC E-blast subscribers. Visit Website What You Should Know Hire CUNY Interns This Summer At No Cost To You Hire CUNY interns this summer, at no cost to you through the CUNY Recovery Corps program!   * Internships start July 2021 and run for 6 weeks (25 hours per week) * Rate of pay is $15 per hour, paid by the City of New York  * Work opportunities may be remote, in person, or utilize a hybrid model   Additional information can also be found on the CUNY Recovery Corps Prospective Employer page here. If you’re interested in becoming a CUNY Recovery Corps partner, you can learn more by joining one of their Employer Information Sessions. If you are ready to complete the official application, you can access that here. Click the yellow button titled “Hire CUNY Students" Refer to this application guide if you have any questions: Worksite Application Guide   The deadline to apply is Sunday, June 6th 2021! Ladders for Leaders Internship Program This program is accepting applications on a rolling basis through June 4, so act fast! * 6-week internships between June and August  * 25 hours/week, fully funded at $15/hour Contact MZelhart@PENCIL.org for more information on hiring an intern for your business through the Ladders for Leaders program.   Click here for more information NYC Means Business