United Way of Southeastern Connecticut has elected three new members to its Board of Directors. Ken Ewell first joined the Board in 2013, following his retirement from Zachry Nuclear Engineering, and served for two consecutive terms. Soon after joining the Board, he was asked to join on the Finance Committee and he continues to serve on the Finance Committee, as a non-Board member. In 2014, Ken was elected Treasurer and served as the Treasurer until January 2020. He has resumed the role of Treasurer after Norwich, CT – Norwich Community Development Corporation (NCDC) is pleased to announce the opening of the application window for the Norwich Revitalization Program on February 14, 2022.
Kevin Brown, President of NCDC issued the following statement: “We are thankful that the Norwich City council passed a resolution on September 20, 2021, to utilize American Rescue Plan funds to revitalize Norwich. Businesses both large and small and the city at large will benefit from this creative development program. We
GROTON, Conn. – This fall, the Chelsea Groton Foundation provided $255,827 to 45 non-profit organizations from Connecticut and Rhode Island. The Foundation has given over $500,000 in grants in 2021 alone, and over $5 million to the community since its founding.
Supporting organizations that provide Health and Human Services is always a priority of the Chelsea Groton Foundation. In anticipation of the winter months ahead, the Foundation awarded $10,000 grants to the Gemma E. Moran United Way / Labor Norwich Community Development Corporation, presents Cannabis Conversations: Starting Your Business in Norwich.
Held November 19th at 4 pm and hosted at Foundry 66, this conference will catalyze cannabis business opportunities in Norwich. Discover unique insights and gain valuable connections at this informational networking event.Q&A Sessions Speakers from the State of CT, Grow Operators, Norwich Public Utilities, City of Norwich, SuppliersAccess to industry professionals, planners, and decision Norwich Community Development Corporation is pleased to announce receipt of a $40,000 grant from The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation in support of the award-winning Downtown Revitalization Program’s Vanilla Box Project.
What is a Vanilla Box and how does this substantial and generous grant help the project achieve its goals?
A Vanilla Box is a commercial space that has not been improved but is ready for tenant fit out. The investment gap that exists between property owners and potential tenants is one Submit Proposals to:
Executive Director,
Southeastern CT Enterprise Region
PO Box 867
19-B Thames Street
Groton, CT 06340secter@secter.org
RFP Submittal Deadline: 4:00 PM (EST) August 31, 2021
Announcement
The Southeastern CT Enterprise Region (seCTer) seeks proposals from qualified professionals who are knowledgeable in research and development, public outreach, comprehensive planning and data
This year, Chelsea Groton Bank and its Foundation provided more than $1,000,000 to non-profit organizations in our communities. The Foundation recently approved $405,820 in grants to 68 non-profit organizations from Connecticut and Rhode Island, which put the full year’s giving total above the $1 million mark for the first time ever. Earlier this year, the Foundation swiftly responded to support emergency relief efforts as well as needs across all giving categories in the wake of the pandemic, making the New London Mayor Michael Passero and other dignitaries will be recognizing the incredible efforts of Rotary Clubs across Connecticut. Connecticut’s 92 Rotary Clubs and their 4,000 members have raised and spent more than $500,000 to help our communities during the Covid-19 crisis. This massive effort to provide PPE, food, and financial support is an unprecedented effort for Rotary, and it is far from over. Rotarians will continue to work hard, in their cities and towns, to help those who need it as we battle The Main Street program was founded 40 years ago during a time of crisis, when our traditional downtowns were left for dead. We know how to come back!
Join CT Main Street and this ensemble of dedicated and talented downtown professionals for a conversation about what they've learned during the pandemic - and how they're helping small businesses and their communities.
Wednesday, September 30, 2020 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT
Speakers:
Tripp Muldrow, FAICP, Partner, Arnett Muldrow & Norwich Community Development Corporation is seeking help from the local business community to build upon their awareness of what is happening during COVID. Findings from the April Survey were reported to various community leaders to help them understand the scope of the challenge the business community is facing.
“We are trying to check in on the pulse of what is happening in our community,” stated NCDC President Jason Vincent. He added, “If you own or operate a business, please take this quick survey.
Last December, federal lawmakers created the federal Opportunity Zones program for investors to re-invest their unrealized capital gains into Opportunity Funds – private investment vehicles dedicated to community, business, real estate, and economic development activities in America’s lowest-income communities.
On November 27, Norwich Community Development Corporation (NCDC) sponsored a workshop in cooperation with the Connecticut Economic Resource Center (CERC), Pullman & Comley, and the Southeastern Are you a small business owner? Economic development professional? Real estate developer? Or a potential investor? Register for our Opportunity Zones Workshop!
Last December, federal lawmakers created the federal Opportunity Zones program for investors to re-invest their unrealized capital gains into Opportunity Funds - private investment vehicles dedicated to community, business, real estate, and economic development activities in America's lowest-income communities. This month, the Connecticut Norwich, CT – The Lofts at Ponemah Mills is set to hold an official ribbon cutting ceremony on September 21, 2018 at 1 PM, celebrating the completion of the first phase of apartment homes at the historic mill, located at 607 Norwich Avenue, Taftville, CT. The ceremony commemorates the opening of 116 residential rental units, including 60% affordable and 40% market rate. When complete, the entire 7.4-acre project—consisting of 5 buildings for a total of 450,000sf—will include 314 apartment homes, a museum, a Groton, CT – Miria Toth joined Chelsea Groton Bank as Assistant Secretary, Community Education Officer. In this role, Miria will be responsible for overseeing and continuing to expand the Bank’s Community Education program, which was founded 11 years ago. She will be focused on further developing the curriculum available to individuals, families and businesses, and reaching more members of our communities through the frequency and variety of classes being offered.
For the last six years, Miria was the Regional partnership will promote this key sector of Connecticut’s economy
Eastern CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT has announced the formation of the Greater Mystic Tourism Marketing Committee (GMTMC), a 12-member group that will facilitate and streamline the region’s efforts to grow eastern CT’s position as the state’s premier tourism destination.
The new committee, a unit of the Chamber, will be chaired by Andy Wood, Senior Vice President of External Relations at Mystic Aquarium. The Groton, CT – The Chelsea Groton Foundation awarded $94,550 in grants to 59 non-profit organizations from Connecticut and Rhode Island this spring. Inclusive of these donations, the Foundation has provided over $2.1 million in total grants to the community since 1999. The Foundation reviews applications and awards grants two times per year.
“As a community bank, one of our most important responsibilities is to help improve the overall quality of life in the region,” said Michael Rauh, President and CEO Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Announces Recipients of Regional Chamber AwardsAwards to be Bestowed at Chamber’s March 3, 2015 Annual Meeting Featuring CT Governor Dannel Malloy
Waterford, CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT is pleased to announce the winners of the Regional Chamber Awards, which will be given at the Chamber’s March 3, 2015 Annual Meeting featuring CT Governor Dannel Malloy.
Winners are Joshua’s Limousine Service for Small Business of the Year, FoxGlove of East Lyme for
United Way of Southeastern Connecticut elects three to Board of Directors
Norwich Community Development Corporation Open Application for Norwich Revitalization Program
The Chelsea Groton Foundation Passes $5 Million in Giving Since Founding Following Approval of $255
Norwich Community Development Corporation presents Cannabis Conversations: Starting Your Business
Norwich Community Development Corporation Awarded Grant from The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation
Request for Proposals: Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy for the Southeastern CT Enterprise Region
Chelsea Groton Bank and Foundation Together Gave Record $1,000,000 this Year
CT Rotarians Million Mask Challenge Tour Comes to New London
Moving from Crisis to Recovery: CT Main Street Event Sept 30
NCDC Issues Second COVID Business Survey
Norwich Community Development Corp Explores Federal ''Opportunity Zones'' Program
Small Business Owners, Econ Dev Professionals, Investors: Register for Opportunity Zones Workshop
Lofts at Ponemah Mills Celebrates Ribbon Cutting & Groundbreaking
Miria Toth Joins Chelsea Groton Bank as Assistant Secretary, Community Education Officer
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Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Announces Formation of Greater Mystic Tourism Marketing Committee
Chelsea Groton Foundation Awards Over $90k to Area Organizations
Chamber Announces Regional Chamber Awards Winners
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