Collaboration. Advocacy. Resources. Leadership.
Advocacy in Action
Working with local governments and agencies can be a challenge for business owners who are “busy working his or her business.” Our Advocacy Council of 18 diverse leaders serves as representation of the membership. Learn more.
Leadership Programs
Leadership Bend is a community leadership development program designed to identify, educate, train and connect willing and committed citizens to leadership roles in our community.
Why join?
Becoming a member of the Bend Chamber of Commerce isn’t just about a decal on the door or a certificate on the wall. It shows your support for and investment in a
vibrant business community.
About the Bend Chamber
Mission
Catalyze an environment where businesses, their employees and our community thrive.
Membership in the Bend Chamber of Commerce
The Bend Chamber has been here for the business community for over 95 years. Encouraging business development, support, retention, and recruitment to community development, information dissemination, and issues management, the Bend Chamber takes the lead –
yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
For businesses seeking education, outreach, advocacy, networking, and more, and who want their membership dollars to work hard for them in the hands of local stewards, there is and always has been one clear leader, the Bend Chamber of Commerce. Where Bend does business.
Leadership Bend Experience
The Impact
It is our belief that everything begins with leadership. As a growing and very special region in Oregon, the issues become increasingly more complex and the need for leadership is greater than ever. After all, who will “pass the torch” and continue to build upon what was planted by our pillars before us? Leadership Bend educates committed participants on the unique challenges, opportunities and resources in our community, allowing one to become part of the future as a more informed and engaged citizen.
News & Views
Exclusive Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Application Period for Small Businesses
Apply by March 10 — Effective February 24, the SBA established a 14-day, exclusive PPP loan application period for businesses and nonprofits with fewer than 20 employees and made changes to types of businesses that are eligible.
Landlord Compensation Fund Program Accepting Applications
Apply now through Mar. 2—The Landlord Compensation Fund provides relief to residential landlords who have been unable to collect tenant rent due to tenant financial hardships. Landlords can directly apply through an online application portal.
COCC Scholarship Fundraiser
Its venue might be virtual this year, but the Central Oregon Community College (COCC) Foundation’s annual scholarship fundraising event is as committed as ever to removing financial barriers to education for students across the region.
City of Bend Reopens Applications for Seats on the Human Rights and Equity Commission and the Transportation Bond Oversight Committee
Technical issues may have impacted some of the applications that were previously submitted.
The Bend Chamber is actively supported by these Signature Investors
