South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development

Know someone recovering from Hurricane Helene? The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is hosting a free webinar this Thursday, November 21 at 1:00 PM to provide an overview of their disaster assistance programs and applications. This is an excellent opportunity to have any questions answered about SBA disaster relief loans and programs! This webinar will cover: disaster assistance requirements and processes, Disaster Assistance Locations, current websites and fact sheets, SBA resources in your area, and designated time for Q&A. Register here: https://lnkd.in/etWBPT8W

Several SCACED members and partners have job openings this month.? SCACED?is seeking a Building Coordinator.?CommunityWorks?is seeking a Loan Portfolio Coordinator.?LISC Upstate South Carolina?is seeking a Lending Program Officer.?Greenville Housing Fund?is seeking an Affordable Housing Asset Manager. Self-Help Credit Union?is seeking a Regional Manager.?View these job descriptions and more on our job board here: https://bit.ly/3l2V9i1

Are you a rural community leader? Don't miss out on Rural Resource Coalition SC's (RRC) upcoming 2024 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, December 4 in West Columbia, SC! Focusing on the theme "Energizing Rural SC: Seizing New Funding Opportunities to Build a Green Future," and this year's meeting will provide attendees the opportunity to: ? Be among the first to learn about exciting new funding opportunities for clean energy in rural communities ? Create new partnerships and networking opportunities with over 150 attendees from rural nonprofits and state agencies ? Learn new strategies to drive green initiatives, enhance energy efficiency, and promote sustainable development in rural communities A plated lunch will be served and designated time for networking is included! Register here: https://bit.ly/3C1XDZa

SCACED President & CEO Bernie Mazyck served as a panelist at Trident United Way's 2nd Annual State of Our Families last month where nearly 200 community leaders, nonprofit partners and elected officials came together to confront the urgent financial challenges impacting families in the Tri-County area and collaborate on opportunities to tackle these challenges and support local families. Mazyck joined the panel, which included SCACED Board Member Geona Shaw Johnson, to discuss how financial hardship can have lasting impacts on education, health, housing and other areas. Learn more about the event in this link: https://bit.ly/48W2CqU

In honor of Veterans Day and National Veterans Small Business Week, we're sharing again this incredible tribute video to SCACED co-founder Liz Santagati produced by our member Upstate Warrior Solution & Mark Berry! From honorably serving in our nation's military to championing the community development movement in South Carolina, Liz's impact has left an indelible mark on all of those around her and communities across our state.

This week is National Veterans Small Business Week and we want you to celebrate South Carolina's veteran owned businesses with our member Upstate Warrior Solution (UWS) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)! Upstate Warrior Solution is partnering with the SBA to host a Veterans Roundtable Event at their Rupert Huse Veteran's Center in Greenville, SC this Wednesday, November 13 from 9:00 - 10:30 AM. Register today to learn from a panel of local veteran founders who will share their experiences, successes, failures and even painful moments as a small business owner. Parking and registration are free! Learn more & register here: https://bit.ly/4erQWNN

Happy Veterans Day to all the brave men and women who have served our country! The SCACED Team extends our gratitude to all of those who valiantly served our country, including SCACED's own Ken Harvin, who served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and Roberto Stewart, who served in the U.S. Air Force. The pride, courage, and commitment of our nation's military service members is worth of thanks today and every day, and we continue to pray for those still serving.

Just in time for the holidays! Join us for a free Holidays Small Business Resource Mixer at The Opportunity Center in North Charleston on Thursday, December 5 to support local small businesses with our holiday vendor fair and connect with lenders and resource partners to find the assistance you need for your business. Your free ticket includes complimentary light appetizers and drinks. Learn more & register here: https://bit.ly/3UuyzAz

SCACED’s Roberto Stewart moderated a panel, “Succession Planning,” with members Brianna Jackson Center for Heirs' Property Preservation and Dorothea Bernique Increasing H.O.P.E Financial Training Center during South Carolina Community Loan Fund’s LEAP Alumni Reunion Event today at The Opportunity Center. Panelists discussed best practices around succession planning and long-term investing for business owners and entrepreneurs. “We recommend before investing that you move forward with safety and understand your level of risk tolerance,” said Bernique. “Succession planning starts at the beginning of your business journey and not at the end. Key man insurance is essential for all business owners.”

South Carolina State Senator Deon Tedder served as guest speaker at SCACED member South Carolina Community Loan Fund’s 2nd Annual LEAP Alumni Reunion this morning at The Opportunity Center. Senator Tedder delivered insights to how nonprofits and small businesses can apply for funding from the state legislature’s annual budget and from corporations who locate in the region, such as Boeing and Volvo. “Part of our state legislative black caucus’ objective is to help minority businesses find funding. Many don’t know that businesses and nonprofits are eligible to receive funding from the state budget by requesting a budget submission from your local representative.”