Black Chamber of Commerce of Southern Illinois

09/11/2026

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https://sbdc.siu.edu/workshops/business-plan-competition.php?fbclid=IwY2xjawURMLNwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUlhdzJrU21VZUlNWXJRbFhzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEecZ1ahsRUWPA18Xpf5tSNYHplR6l1KBdk2rKXZ68hCFkz0oBdM8XKaEtDzLk_aem_PgqOvnmAJJRjFsiSklM2fw

Do you have a bold idea, innovative concept, or growth plan? The Southern Illinois Business Plan Competition, powered by Regions Bank, is your opportunity to bring that vision to life. Submit a full business plan and deliver a compelling 90-second pitch for a chance to win. Past competitions have aw...

09/10/2026

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https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=126286&fbclid=IwY2xjawUQDNdwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMXpNSEhuTmpQZkZCQ2tPRkpzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeq8fHXM1oIQPjMlJ8Z5naAwAQGgASslW9Ng2_JkF3aPBi9zksE4mpTfp2Z9Q_aem_UL0jT7W9I55lnaSxlZLnMw

Before applying we invite interested organization to review our Applicant Resource Guide to help you understand the program and determine whether this is the right fit for you.

09/06/2026

Celebrating laborers and entrepreneurs!

08/16/2026

Why do so many Black-owned businesses struggle to survive even when...

08/14/2026

Check it out! Our members, Wadeyyy Wings, made Gus' list! 👏🏾👏🏾

https://dailyegyptian.com/124768/uncategorized/gus-restaurant-guide/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTsdcVwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4vEcf256SNgNhwwLo103l9CSGVbdqS9H-vIxPj2rBcwC3MqjXhXh7hC4Lfpg_aem_9WT3HTxilJC2yDCyE2fsDA

Hey, Gus Bode here. I’ve lived in Carbondale my entire life. I’ve seen several different businesses come and go from this town. Some good. Some bad.   As of late, it’s getting pretty hard to keep track of all the different places you can go grab a bite to eat around here. Because the food...

08/12/2026

Coming up ...

08/06/2026

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Opportunity for PT & FT Employment:
Rebuild Foundation /


Positions: Associate Director of Programs and Operations (FT) , Film & Archive (PT) Coordinator, Programs & Archive Coordinator (PT)

Apply by Thursday, August 13, 2026

The Rebuild Foundation is seeking experienced individuals who share their commitment to artistic stewardship to join them in their next chapter.

Discover all open positions through their IG bio Linktree or follow this link:
www.rebuild-foundation.org/careers

Questions? Email: [email protected]

08/02/2026

07/20/2026

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Its not too late. Apply today!!

https://sicf.zohobackstage.com/SIMadeExpoExhibitorRegistration #/