Easy Energy Assessment for your business

2/21/2021

Small Commercial ProgramIf you’re a small or medium business and an SDG&E customer, you may qualify for customized business solutions that can help you reduce your energy costs and save money.
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EASY ENERGY ASSESSMENT FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Easy Energy Assessment for your business!

2/10/2021

For small businesses, the pandemic is posing unique challenges and financial hardships. One way to trim costs is to perform an energy audit at your place of business. An energy assessment can help determine where your business can be more energy...

SVO Shuttered Venues Operator Grant

2/4/2021

The Shuttered Venue Operators (SVO) Grant program was established by The Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Non-Profits, and Venues Act, signed into law on December 27, 2020. The program includes $15 billion in grants to shuttered venues,...

Do you have the "Right" Pricing Plan for your business?

1/27/2021

Have you ever wondered if as a business if you have options about your electicity or utility options.
When you’re running a business, the right pricing plan for electricity and other utilities can make a big difference in your cash flow and...

$75,000 Available in Scholarships From Cox Charities

1/12/2021

$75,000 Available in Scholarships From Cox Charities San Diego, Calif. – January 8, 2021 – Cox Charities is offering $75,000 in college scholarships to high school seniors in the San Diego area. The Cox Scholars scholarships range from $2,500...

Programa de Asistencia de Alquiler de Emergencia COVID-19

7/24/2020

APLIQUEN ANTES DEL 7 DE AGOSOTO para asistencia con su renta.

Si requiere asistencia con su aplicacion por favor de contactar los siguientes asistencias de la comunidad.

Chicano Federation https://www.chicanofederation.org/ (619) 285-5600 x 802

City...

City of San Diego COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Information

7/24/2020

PLEASE APPLY BEFORE August 7th for assistance on your Rent.

If you need Help With Your Application please reach out to these Community-Based Organizations.

Chicano Federation https://www.chicanofederation.org/ (619) 285-5600 x 802

City Heights...

San Diego Grant Monies

7/9/2020

You may be eligible for Grant monies for your business or non profit. These are the requirements and APPLY NOW!
ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION

Who can apply?

Small businesses and nonprofits operating in San Diego County may apply.

Eligible businesses to...

Requisitos - Determinacion de Elegibilidad

7/8/2020

DETERMINACIÓN DE ELEGIBILIDAD ¿Quién puede solicitar fondos?Las pequeñas empresas y organizaciones sin fines de lucro que operan en el condado de San Diego pueden solicitar fondos. Los negocios elegibles serán determinados por los...

COVID-19 Impact on the San Diego Region: Black and Hispanic Communities Hardest Hit

6/17/2020

UPDATE | June 16, 2020 COVID-19 Impact on the San Diego Regional Economy

SANDAG release the following Analysis today that finds that as the COVID-19 pandemic shattered the San Diego regional labor market overall, the region’s Black and Hispanic...

Accepting Bids for Construction Project - Walnut CA

$43 Million DVBE Project

5/14/2020

R.C. CONSTRUCTION SERVICES JNC., 2223 N. Locust Ave., Rialto, CA 92377 is searching for qualified (DVBE) Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise for participation on the following listed project(s).

Please mail or fax us any DVBE Listings you may...

Biz Property Tax Webinar Friday: Tax saving tips & E-File options for 571-L - Hosted by SD Regional Chamber of Commerce

4/30/2020

What will we discuss:Overview of the 571-L Business Property Statement formE-File optionsAssistance meeting the May 7th State of CA filing deadline with COVID-19Tax saving tipsAsk questions to your County property tax expertsAvoid penalties and...

Join today: Hispanic Chamber President and City / County Task Force for Reinvestment

SBA Loans/ Government Relief how can they do more

4/16/2020

The San Diego City-County Reinvestment Task Force invites the public to tune in today 4/16/2020 at 1:00PM (PST). Iris Garcia, President of the San Diego County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, will be speaking during Item 6: Covid-19 Small Business...

San Diego County Chamber of Commerce leaders helping people navigate the EDD Unemployment system for assistance

4/15/2020

Author: Monique Griego (Reporter)

Published: 5:29 PM PDT April 15, 2020

Updated: 5:29 PM PDT April 15, 2020

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, Calif. — As the coronavirus/ COVID-19 pandemic continues to force thousands of San Diegans to apply for unemployment...

Small Business Fund - APPLY NOW

4/15/2020

Yesterday, Mayor Faulconer announced that Cal Coast Credit Union, GoFundMe and Qualcomm have each contributed $100,000 to launch a new initiative between the City, Cal Coast Cares Foundation and San Diego Grant Makers to encourage corporate...

Plan de Protección de cheques de pago

Paycheck Protection Plan (PPP)

4/9/2020

Este es un programa nuevo que fue creado por la ley CARES. El propósito de este programa es apoyara los propietarios de pequeñas empresas y a sus empleados durante la crisis de COVID-19 por mediode proporcionar préstamos, que pueden ser...

Asistencia de Desastre de la SBA en Respuesta al Coronavirus

Tiene preguntas? Aqui hay unas respuestas

4/9/2020

• La Agencia Federal de Pequeños Negocios (SBA, por sus siglas en inglés) les ofrece a ciertos estados yterritorios designados préstamos federales de desastre de bajos intereses para usar como capital detrabajo a los pequeños negocios que...

Small Businesses - Informing You

EDC- Economic Inclusion Strategy - SBA Programs - City of San Diego Programs

4/7/2020

Please join us Thursday April 9th at 1 pm for an informative webinar that will cover:

EDC - Education Development Corporation inclusion strategySBA - Small Business Association progrfams available to small businesses in San DiegoCity of San Diego opportunities for small businesses

Please Register

Fundraising for Families affected by COVID19

Assisting Families in desperate need of food

4/5/2020

Every Donation Counts! Give what you can.

The Community Wellbeing San Diego (CWSD) in partnership with the San Diego County Hispanic Chamber are fundraising to buy 20..$25 Grocery Gift Cards for community families affected by COVID-19 who have little to no food. We hope we can exceed this Goal with the communities support.

Please Donate at or by using:

California Coast Bank:

Community...

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Hispanics and Latinos hit hard by coronavirus economic fallout

Hispanics and Latinos dropped by 66% - the largest of all racial groups during the Great Recession.

4/4/2020

Author: Monique Griego (Reporter)

Published: 8:30 PM PDT April 3, 2020

Updated: 8:30 PM PDT April 3, 2020

SAN DIEGO

People across the world are dealing with the impacts of the coronavirus, when it comes to workers, some groups are being hit harder financially than others.

One of the communities hardest hit by the coronavirus economic fallout has been the Latino and Hispanic communities.

“A lot of...

Care Package for Seniors - PACE

4/1/2020

SAN DIEGO PACE is offering free food and toiletries care packages, meal services, medical services and plenty other resources for people who live in San Diego County and that are 55 years and up. We are a Medi-cal medical plan that covers all...

Here’s How to Get a Small Business Loan Under the $349 Billion Coronavirus Aid Bill

3/31/2020

MAR 31 2020

Here’s how to get a small business loan under the $349 billion coronavirus aid bill

By Aaron Gregg

March 30, 2020

The Washington Post

The $2 trillion coronavirus relief package signed last week, officially known as the CARES Act,...

COVID-19 Resources for North County Small Businesses

Key update on new stimulus forgivable loans.

3/30/2020

SDNEDC's San Diego North Economic Development Council's Mission is to help increase North County prosperity for all its residents. The current months are going to put tremendous strain on our region but remember, North County's economy is highly...

Solicitud del Fondo de Asistencia Financiera para Pequeños Negocios

Para ayudar a los negocios a ser resilientes en medio de los desafíos económicos de la pandemia global de COVID-19,

3/29/2020

Para ayudar a los negocios a ser resilientes en medio de los desafíos económicos de la pandemia global de COVID-19, la Ciudad de San Diego ha establecido el Fondo de Asistencia Financiera para Pequeños Negocios para proporcionar subvenciones,...

Application Available for Small Business Relief Funds ($6.1 million)

Economic Assistance for San Diego Businesses Affected by COVID-19

3/29/2020

To ensure the resiliency of local businesses and assist in job retention, the City of San Diego has established a Small Business Relief Fund (SBRF) to provide grants and forgivable or low-to zero-interest-rate loans to eligible small businesses...

Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employer Paid Leave Requirements

Employer Requirements: Certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave.

3/26/2020

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19.[1] The Department of Labor’s...

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Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employee Paid Leave Rights

Requires certain employers to provide employees with paid sick leave.

3/26/2020

Please bear in mind that the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) announced its first round of published guidance to provide information to employees and employers about how each will be able to take advantage of the...

Families First Coronavirus Response Act:

Requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons.

3/26/2020

As many of you are likely aware, on March 19, 2020, President Trump signed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) into law. On March 24th the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) announced its first round of...

San Diego Unified Transitions to Distance Learning on April 6, Full Implementation Set for April 27

3/24/2020

News Release San Diego Unified Transitions to Distance Learning on April 6, Full Implementation Set for April 27

Move saves the academic year for students in the state’s second-largest districtPhysical structures to remain closed until health...

Overcharging for consumer goods such as medical supplies, food, gas and other essentials during an emergency is illegal under State Law

Overcharging for consumer goods such as medical supplies, food, gas and other essentials during an emergency is illegal How to Report It

3/24/2020

Author: City News Service, Richard Allyn (Reporter)

Published: 10:10 PM PST March 6, 2020

Updated: 10:10 PM PST March 6, 2020

City attorney warns of coronavirus-related price gouging

Price gouging can be reported to the Affirmative Civil Enforcement...

Employers can use payroll tax credits for paid leave for coronavirus

Small and Midsized employers can start taking advantage of two new refundable payroll tax credits aimed at immediately reimbursing them

3/24/2020

By Michael CohnMarch 23, 2020, 2:02 p.m. EDT

Small and Mid-sized employers can start taking advantage of two new refundable payroll tax credits aimed at immediately reimbursing them, dollar for dollar, for the cost of providing coronavirus-related...

Support Local Eateries

Post Local Eateries that are doing Take Out

3/20/2020

We are asking all San Diegan's to help us in Supporting those local businesses that have changed to TAKE OUT only.

We are asking them to Join our newest Page and post those businesses information so those that can frequent them during these...

Gov. Gavin Newsom orders all Californians to stay at home

Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday ordered all Californians to stay at home, marking the first mandatory restrictions

3/19/2020

By TARYN LUNASTAFF WRITER MARCH 19, 20206:49 PM

SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday ordered all Californians to stay at home, marking the first mandatory restrictions placed on the lives of all 40 million residents in the state’s fight...

WE ARE GOING VIRTUAL

Cafecito & Networking - Latino Business Connection

3/18/2020

To our Businesses and Community,With the ever changing requirements for Social Distancing, The San Diego County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is implementing Virtual Meeting space for our LBC - Latino Business Connections and Cafecito & Networking...

South County EDC's Emergency Business Loan Program

No-Interest loan Eating Establishments in South County

3/18/2020

South County Economic Development Council (South County EDC) is offering a no-interest loan to eating establishments in South County in order to provide some economic relief during these difficult times.

This small infusion of funds is intended...

Economic Injury Disaster Loans

U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans

3/18/2020

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to California small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the COVID-19.
On March 16, 2020, San Diego County...

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Message from our Chairwoman Iris Garcia

Meetings Going Virtual

3/17/2020

Hello San Diegans,

With everything around us closing due to the Coronavirus, The San Diego County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is finding ways to make sure our membership still has the ability to network and reach information which will help their businesses continue. For the month of March and 1st week of April, we will be conducting our Cafecitos & Networking and Latino Business Connections...

SDG&E Suspends Service Disconnections For Nonpayment As Part Of Its Coronavirus Response

Company Has Also Instituted Precautionary Health and Safety Measures

3/14/2020

NEWS PROVIDED BYSan Diego Gas & Electric Mar 13, 2020, 19:02 ET

SAN DIEGO, March 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- With the coronavirus pandemic causing significant impact on the economy and people's livelihoods, San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) announced...

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Latino Based Businesses

Latino small business owners are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in U.S.

3/14/2020

Thank you to BY KATE CIMINI PUBLISHED: FEBRUARY 25, 2020 for her amazing Article.

Please read the full article.

Latino-owned businesses contribute about $500 billion to the U.S. economy in annual sales and employ more than 3 million...

Escondido School District

FREE Student Meals

3/13/2020

The temporary closure is scheduled from Monday, March 16, through Monday, April 13, pending no other health concerns. It is important for everyone to remember that this temporary closure is in response to a public health crisis. The closure is...

SDCHCC Blog

Easy Energy Assessment for your business

EASY ENERGY ASSESSMENT FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Easy Energy Assessment for your business!

SVO Shuttered Venues Operator Grant

Do you have the "Right" Pricing Plan for your business?

$75,000 Available in Scholarships From Cox Charities

$75,000 Available in Scholarships From Cox Charities

Programa de Asistencia de Alquiler de Emergencia COVID-19

City of San Diego COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Information

San Diego Grant Monies

Requisitos - Determinacion de Elegibilidad

COVID-19 Impact on the San Diego Region: Black and Hispanic Communities Hardest Hit

Accepting Bids for Construction Project - Walnut CA

$43 Million DVBE Project

Biz Property Tax Webinar Friday: Tax saving tips & E-File options for 571-L - Hosted by SD Regional Chamber of Commerce

Join today: Hispanic Chamber President and City / County Task Force for Reinvestment

SBA Loans/ Government Relief how can they do more

San Diego County Chamber of Commerce leaders helping people navigate the EDD Unemployment system for assistance

Small Business Fund - APPLY NOW

Plan de Protección de cheques de pago

Paycheck Protection Plan (PPP)

Asistencia de Desastre de la SBA en Respuesta al Coronavirus

Tiene preguntas? Aqui hay unas respuestas

Small Businesses - Informing You

EDC- Economic Inclusion Strategy - SBA Programs - City of San Diego Programs

Fundraising for Families affected by COVID19

Assisting Families in desperate need of food

Hispanics and Latinos hit hard by coronavirus economic fallout

Hispanics and Latinos dropped by 66% - the largest of all racial groups during the Great Recession.

Care Package for Seniors - PACE

Here’s How to Get a Small Business Loan Under the $349 Billion Coronavirus Aid Bill

COVID-19 Resources for North County Small Businesses

Key update on new stimulus forgivable loans.

Solicitud del Fondo de Asistencia Financiera para Pequeños Negocios

Para ayudar a los negocios a ser resilientes en medio de los desafíos económicos de la pandemia global de COVID-19,

Application Available for Small Business Relief Funds ($6.1 million)

Economic Assistance for San Diego Businesses Affected by COVID-19

Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employer Paid Leave Requirements

Employer Requirements: Certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave.

Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employee Paid Leave Rights

Requires certain employers to provide employees with paid sick leave.

Families First Coronavirus Response Act:

Requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave or expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons.

San Diego Unified Transitions to Distance Learning on April 6, Full Implementation Set for April 27

San Diego Unified Transitions to Distance Learning on April 6, Full Implementation Set for April 27

Overcharging for consumer goods such as medical supplies, food, gas and other essentials during an emergency is illegal under State Law

Overcharging for consumer goods such as medical supplies, food, gas and other essentials during an emergency is illegal How to Report It

Employers can use payroll tax credits for paid leave for coronavirus

Small and Midsized employers can start taking advantage of two new refundable payroll tax credits aimed at immediately reimbursing them

Support Local Eateries

Post Local Eateries that are doing Take Out

Gov. Gavin Newsom orders all Californians to stay at home

Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday ordered all Californians to stay at home, marking the first mandatory restrictions

WE ARE GOING VIRTUAL

Cafecito & Networking - Latino Business Connection

South County EDC's Emergency Business Loan Program

No-Interest loan Eating Establishments in South County

Economic Injury Disaster Loans

U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans

Message from our Chairwoman Iris Garcia

Meetings Going Virtual

SDG&E Suspends Service Disconnections For Nonpayment As Part Of Its Coronavirus Response

Company Has Also Instituted Precautionary Health and Safety Measures

Latino Based Businesses

Latino small business owners are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in U.S.

Escondido School District

FREE Student Meals