Celebrate Earth Day early at today's #BACPEmpowerHour at 2pm!

The candid conversation will cover the start of NeighborSpace, how communities can get involved, the business model behind the nonprofit, community engagement and much more. Register at Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Considering taking your business from home to a storefront? Join today's free business education webinar at 3pm and learn how to determine if you're ready for brick and mortar, what you need before signing a lease & how to avoid common pitfalls.

Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Our YouTube channel has dozens of curated playlists, including our remote #ChiSmallBizExpo 's, #BACPEmpowerHour 's, Consumer Protection videos, Chicago Labor Standards and more.

Check them out here: YouTube.com/@ChicagoBACP/p…

The Blueprint: Crafting a Winning Strategy for Retail Partnerships to Scale Your Brand
Hosted by ChicagoBACP
Presented by NAWBO Chicago member Melinda Herron, CEO of 103 Collection
April 26, 2024, 9:30 to 11:00 am
🔗: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Applications for One Summer Chicago are open! #OneSummerChicago connects young people, ages 14-24, to paid opportunities where youth can learn new career skills, make friends & positively impact their communities, all while earning that bag! 💰

Apply at: onesummerchicago.org

Tonight at 6pm! Employers and workers are encouraged to join this webinar for an overview of Chicago's and Cook County's Ordinances as well as the differences between the two. Topics discussed will include eligibility, accrual rates & much more.

Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

A cause for celebration ✨ This Saturday is #NationalRecordStoreDay !

Let's groove to the beat of supporting Chicago's local record shops. By shopping local, we invest in our community's vibrancy and culture. What's your go-to record store? #ShopLocalChicago #TagLocalTuesday

The City of Chicago’s College Student Intern Program is designed for college students who are seeking to gain knowledge and valuable work experience in the public sector.

Learn more about current paid internship opportunities and apply at chi.gov/2024interns 📝

CHIBIZ Alerts are targeted alerts for the business community through a partnership between BACP and the Chicago Office of Emergency Management & Communications (OEMC).

To receive these text message alerts, text “CHIBIZ” to 6-7-2-8-3 or sign up at Chi.gov/BizAlerts 📱

Busy week of webinars!
Tues: Overview of Chicago’s and Cook County's Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinances
Wed: Storefront Ready?
Thurs: #BACPEmpowerHour with NeighborSpace
Fri: Procurement Fundamentals: Doing Business with the City

Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

This morning's free business education webinar begins at 9:30am!

Learn the nuts and bolts of starting a sustainable small business that is prepared to weather economic changes & how to approach business planning from a financial readiness lens. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Today's the day! Happy #NationalPetDay 🐾

The Builders + Backers Idea Accelerator has officially touched down in Chicago in partnership with Heartland Forward and Ford Motor Company Fund! Read more here: wgntv.com/news/chicago-n…

Apply: bit.ly/s24-apply

Vendor applications are still open for this year's #TasteofChicago events!
Invite your favorite food trucks, restaurants and shared kitchens to apply by this Monday!
👉 bit.ly/3w5vGef

Excited to announce this month's #BACPEmpowerHour : NeighborSpace👨‍🌾

The organization stewards 137 community gardens and farms across Chicago. As Earth Day approaches, NeighborSpace is leading the efforts in community-based environmental change. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

Deadline Friday at 11:59 pm! The Good Food Fund Grant will provide grants between $10,000 and $100,000 to eligible entrepreneurs. The grant is made possible by Mayor Brandon Johnson and ChicagoBACP. Learn more: a4cb.org/grants

Today's free business webinar with Score Chicago begins at 3pm!

Learn marketing fundamentals for successful e-commerce and social media that drive business results. Register here: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars

This Thursday is #NationalPetDay 🐾

Let's celebrate our furry friends by showing them some extra love! Whether it's treats, toys, grooming or more, Chicago's small business community has our pets covered. Tag your favorite pet-friendly spot! #TagLocalTuesday #ShopLocalChicago

We proudly present to you “The 77: A City of Neighborhoods”! 🎞️

This series dives into the culture and history of 5 Chicago neighborhoods, told by the residents who make their communities cultural destinations.

🔗 Watch all episodes now: choosechicago.com/the77/

#The77Chicago

🎉🎉 Bid Opportunities List has been updated! Chicago.gov/Bids