"News and deals from the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce."
May 13, 2024
Rutherford Chamber Connection Newsletter May 2024
Welcome to our Rutherford Chamber Connection newsletter for May 2024, our GRANTAPALOOZA special. This issue focuses on the small business grants and loans available from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA). These programs recognize the importance of small businesses to the health of a community.
Spring is here, which means it's time to check in on small business grants offered by our state. Many of the current offerings are non-competitive, which means that, as long as you apply on time and meet all the eligibility criteria, you get the money. NJEDA says these programs are amply funded, although they admitted…
If you lease a ground-level commercial space, this non-competitive, rolling-date Small Business Lease Grant from NJEDA may interest you. It pays 20% of your lease for two years (specifically, in two payments, one upon approval and the other 12 months later). A key requirement is that you must sign a new five-year lease or have…
The popular Small Business Improvement Grant was launched in 2022. This is a reimbursement grant that will pay you 50% of your spend on construction/capital improvements or purchase and/or installation of new furniture, fixtures, and equipment. It includes a two-year lookback period, so you can apply after your project has been completed. While NJEDA says…
The relatively new Small Business E-commerce Support Program provides free e-commerce and digital marketing consulting services to New Jersey small businesses in the restaurant, retail and personal care industries that operate from a commercial location. You're limited to using one of seven NJEDA-approved consultancies for this work, and we couldn't find any anecdotal reports regarding…
The NOL program allows early-stage technology and life sciences companies in New Jersey to sell a percentage of their net operating losses and unused research and development (R&D) tax credits to unrelated profitable corporations for cash. The NOL program supports innovative start-ups by enabling qualified, unprofitable New Jersey-based technology or biotechnology companies with fewer than 225…
Yes tribute band Total Mass Retain will be performing The Yes Album in full, plus a 'very epic' setlist and laser light show, Saturday July 13 at Williams Center. The perfect summer show to get psyched for ProgStock this October! Tickets on sale now at https://www.simpletix.com/e/progstock-presents-total-mass-retain-yes-t-tickets-162863.
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Q1 2024 Newsletter
Rutherford Chamber Connection Newsletter Q1 2024
The Rutherford Chamber Connection
"News and deals from the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce."
April 25, 2024
Rutherford Chamber Connection Newsletter Q1 2024
Welcome to our Rutherford Chamber Connection newsletter for the first quarter of 2024. This issue focuses on our new podcast, the Rutherford Chamber Chat Podcast, featuring interviews with local entrepreneurs, and our upcoming Social on April 11 at the Woman's Club. Looking forward to seeing you there!
We've got an OPINION POLL up for logged-in Members at https://rutherfordchamberofcommerce.rutherfordnj.town/member-tools/ and need your input: What kind of event are you hoping the Chamber will do more of? Various options are provided for you to choose from. Members need to be logged in to vote.
The Rutherford Chamber of Commerce has launched its first official podcast, featuring member interviews. While it's being approved for addition to Apple, Spotify, and GooglePlay, the podcast can be listened to online here. Recorded outside the Meadowlands Hilton lobby bar during the very well-attended Members Thanks event, the interviews were a challenge to record given…
Web Samurai For Hire has a special offer for Rutherford Chamber Members: 1 FREE Podcast Recording for you to post on your website and have added as an episode or partial episode to our Chamber Chat Podcast. We'll bring our pro-quality podcast gear to your location and guide you through the basics. We can accommodate…
THE RUTHERFORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING SOCIAL SERIES KICKS OFF AT… Woman's Club of Rutherford Celebrating 135 Years NETWORKING - COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT LOCAL FOOD - WINE & BEER - LIVE MUSIC HISTORIC BUILDING PRESENTATION - AWARDS THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO EVERYONE! SPONSORED BY… Fond & Faye websamuraiforhire Smile Today Dentistry of Rutherford…
The Avocado Pesto Toast at The Little Play Cafe in the West End is to die for, while the Tiramisu Ice Cream at Cones NJ in the Williams Center makes living worthwhile. While there, visit the new location of Soldato Books and Records in the Williams Center main lobby. Sin City Smoke Shop re-designed their…
RCoC November Newsletter: Applying for Biz Support
The Rutherford Chamber Connection
"News and deals from the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce."
April 25, 2024
RCoC November Newsletter: Applying for Biz Support
The holidays start coming hot and heavy from November! Be sure to check out the Chamber's Facebook promotions of member businesses and Buy Local boosters. This month's newsletter features a deeper dive into the application process for NJEDA business support programs. Send us your content to add, including any special offers you have for fellow Chamber members. Just email your article to ‘postme@rutherfordchamberofcommerce.rutherfordnj.town’, Subject ‘Newsletter: (your article headline)’.
Key things to know about this Saturday's Chamber-run Holiday Parade: The Parade will begin with a kickoff celebration from 3pm in Rutherford's West-End, near Blue Foundry Bank on Union Ave. From 4 pm the parade will travel up Union Ave., turn right on Chestnut, left on Ames, and right on Park Ave. The parade will…
One of the most popular NJEDA small business support programs is their Main Street Micro Business Loan. A 'microbusiness' is one in New Jersey with ten or fewer full-time employees and no greater than $1.5 million in annual revenues, and qualifying businesses must be formed for at least six months prior to the date of loan application. This program…
Instead of giving your employees and clients the same old gift card for MegaCorp this holiday season, give them the gift of local support that keeps local dollars local and has something for everyone: The RutherFunds Community Gift Card! For as low as $1,000 you can set up an Enterprise Gift Card Account with our…
Our big annual benefit event, Uncorked, will be happening December 13th, 7 PM - 10 PM at the 18th Amendment, 19 Union Ave in Rutherford. This year Uncorked will benefit the Rutherford Veterans Alliance and the Rutherford Volunteer First-Aid Ambulance Corps. This is one of the Chambers signature fundraising events, featuring live music by NJ's…
Need a new website or a feature added on to your current site? Web Samurai For Hire is offering discounts on websites and add-on features for Rutherford and Meadowlands Chamber members, including POS-integrated eCommerce and Online Order Menus for retailers and restaurants from $299 as well as Custom Gift Cards, Online Appointments, and Membership sites.…
"News and deals from the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce."
April 25, 2024
RCoC October Newsletter: Jersey Biz Support
Autumn rolls into our town with October. Join us at our monthly Networking Social Wednesday Oct. 18 to mix business and pleasure. This month's newsletter features free resources to help your business. Send us your content, including any special offers you have for fellow Chamber members. Just email your article to ‘postme@rutherfordchamberofcommerce.rutherfordnj.town’, Subject ‘Newsletter: (article headline)’.
Allstate Insurance Dan Meredith Agency is so excited to host the next Rutherford Chamber of Commerce Networking Social. The theme and flavor are a Backyard BBQ. The cozy sweater weather is prefect for one last evening out in the fall air with friends, eating BBQ, and listening to the sweet sounds of live music by…
The Rutherford Chamber of Commerce is GOING BIG with the RutherFunds Community Gift Card this holiday season. We'll be looking to add more local businesses that accept the gift card (we already have 11 signed up!). Meanwhile, our partner gift card vendor, Yiftee, will focus on increasing bulk sales of the card itself. Almost any…
Many businesses in New Jersey have complained for years about a ‘business unfriendly’ environment, from high taxes to copious regulations. The Murphy administration says they’ve heard and responded to such complaints with a new ‘Jersey means business’ campaign that includes expanded State support resources for businesses. With the recent start of the state’s Fiscal Year…
We need YOUR help to hold a successful Holiday Parade the Saturday after Thanksgiving. We especially need 'parade wranglers' to help direct parade marchers and keep them moving. The parade starts at 3pm. Sign up to volunteer here.
Need a new website or a feature added on to your current site? Web Samurai For Hire is offering discounts on websites and add-on features for Rutherford and Meadowlands Chamber members, including POS-integrated eCommerce and Online Order Menus for retailers and restaurants from $299 as well as Custom Gift Cards, Online Appointments, and Membership sites.…
We've got a Grand Opening on our way to November: Code Wiz on Oct. 24 at 3:30 in the West End. And keep an eye out for Smile Today Dentistry's ribbon-cutting in early November. Our Annual Holiday Parade is Saturday November 26, rain or shine. Your help is needed and appreciated! The tentative date for our…
"News and deals from the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce."
April 25, 2024
Welcome to our first Newsletter!
The Rutherford Chamber of Commerce is proud to launch its first monthly newsletter! We need YOUR help to make it work for all of us. We welcome your content, including any special offers you have for fellow Chamber members, as well as any local business-related insight or articles.
The Rutherford Chamber of Commerce is GOING BIG with the RutherFunds Community Gift Card this holiday season. We'll be looking to add more local businesses that accept the gift card (we already have 11 signed up!). Meanwhile, our partner gift card vendor, Yiftee, will focus on increasing bulk sales of the card itself. Almost any…
We need YOUR help to hold a successful Holiday Parade the Saturday after Thanksgiving. We especially need 'parade wranglers' to help direct parade marchers and keep them moving. The parade starts at 3pm. Sign up to volunteer here.
The Rutherford Congregational Church is celebrating their new downtown location with a 'get to know your new neighbors' event this Wednesday night from 7pm. The RCC invites you to "join us for an evening of conversation and fellowship." Light refreshments will be served at the event at their new location at 2A East Passaic Ave.…
Our newsletter needs your content! Sales info and special offers for Chamber members welcome, along with business articles and insights. Just email your article to 'postme@rcoc.rutherfordnj.town', Subject 'Newsletter: (article headline)'.
The Rutherford Chamber of Commerce will hold September's networking event at WEST END GOLF on Thursday September 28 from 6pm. This event is free and open to the public. West End Golf is located at 118 Jackson Ave., in the mini-mall with the 7-Eleven at the corner of Jackson and Union. Come check out their…
ProgStock, the 3-day Progressive Rock music festival, will be held at the Williams Center from Friday October 6 through Sunday October 8. ProgStock is the Northeast's only international progressive rock music festival. Rutherford and Meadowlands Chamber members can GET 50% OFF ON A 3-DAY TICKET with the promo code 'TREE50'. One-day tickets for Friday only…
Need a new website or a feature added on to your current site? Web Samurai For Hire is offering discounts on websites and add-on features for Rutherford and Meadowlands Chamber members, including POS-integrated eCommerce and Online Order Menus for retailers and restaurants from $299 as well as Custom Gift Cards, Online Appointments, and Membership sites.…
October's Networking Social will be held Wednesday October 18 from 6pm at the Allstate Insurance office at 50 Union Ave. October's Newsletter will feature an article on Business Grants that may be available for your business. Remember to send us your Sales and Specials info. The next Newsletter issue will be in mid-October.
