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Focused on developing resources to ensure that citizens are equipped to meet challenges faced by family agriculture, small business, rural health care system, and school districts. Programs include statewide youth camps, rural and economic development course for high schools, rural and economic development course for community members, and young producers conference for those from SD currently farming.

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Summer Camps
Trade Associations
Workshops/Symposiums
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Special Interest Camps
General First Aid Instruction
The Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED) works to expand primary job opportunities for all South Dakotans. GOED strives to retain and expand existing businesses, foster new businesses, facilitate business succession and recruit out-of-state businesses. Recruitment efforts are focused on the following targeted industries - Bioscience, Cybersecurity, Manufacturing, Precision Ag, Livestock Development, and Value-Added Ag. The office works closely with community economic development corporations to expand and diversify the state's industry and economy. Additionally, the GOED administers a variety of financing opportunities available to new and existing businesses.

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Special Focus Community Economic Development
State Government Agencies/Departments
An established voluntary non-profit 501c6 membership organization since 1884. Chamber volunteers can serve on eight different committees that focus efforts on programs that support community growth and development. Each address different community and business issues and opportunities. Some programs include Leadership Aberdeen, Aberdeen Gift Card, Chamber for Good and Mental Wellness in the Workplace, just to name a few. An online business directory of organizations belonging to this chamber is available on the website.

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Tourist Information
Community Celebrations/Festivals
Chambers of Commerce
Holiday Related Volunteer Opportunities
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Volunteer Recruitment/Coordination Volunteer Opportunities
Provides the following: - Office of the Secretary Mediation Producer Resources Policy Public Affairs - Agriculture and Environmental Services Air Quality Inspection, Compliance, & Remediation Livestock Services Minerals, Mining, and Superfund Waste Management - Resource Conservation & Forestry Apiary Conservation Forestry Plant Industry Watershed Protection - Office of Water Drinking Water Surface Water Quality Water Rights - Financial & Technical Assistance Environmental Funding Geological Survey State Fair

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State Government Agencies/Departments
Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Residential Tree Maintenance
Water Quality Assurance
Nonrenewable Resources Conservation
Mediation
Citizens can contact the City of Harrisburg main office regarding the following - Register for Utility Services, Obtain Building Permits, Planning and Zoning Inquiries, Register pets, Pay Utility Bills, Notary Services, Economic Development and Harrisburg Chamber Information, Liquor Licenses, Garbage Licenses, and Peddler Licenses. An online business directory of organizations belonging to this chamber is available at: www.harrisburgsdchamber.com/members

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Street Signs
Building Permits
Animal Licenses
Notary Public Services
Mayors Offices
Beer/Liquor Licenses and Permits
City Government Departments/Offices
City/Town Finance Offices
Zoning
Utility Service Providers
Chambers of Commerce
Traffic Signs
Trash/Garbage Pickup
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Government Buildings/Installations
Bill Payment Locations
City/County Planning Offices
Tourist Information
Street Vendor Permits
Non-profit, economic development office focused on assisting new or existing businesses and workforce recruitment.

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Business Retention and Expansion
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Small Business Development
Business Financing
Business Assistance Centers
The Chamber serves as a welcome, information and resource center for the entire Dell Rapids area. An online directory of organizations and events calendar can be found on website. 

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Special Focus Community Economic Development
Chambers of Commerce
Community Calendars
Tourist Information
Community Celebrations/Festivals
The Chamber plays a role in helping make the community a better place to live. A group of local businesses and residents meet throughout the year to demonstrate commitment to building and maintaining a prosperous community, for those who live there, and for those who may visit or pass through Clear Lake. The goal of the CLCC is to promote and advance the economic, social and moral interest of its businesses and community through strong leadership, networking, education and hard work by its members and other vested community residents. Local events can be found at: www.clearlakesd.com/events

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Special Focus Community Economic Development
Community Calendars
Tourist Information
Chambers of Commerce
Community Celebrations/Festivals
Empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners by learning about your business and career goals, hosting in-person and virtual workshops, webinars, networking events and conferences, and one-to-one free and confidential advising.

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Workshops/Symposiums
Organizational Consultation/Technical Assistance
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Nonprofit Corporation Development
Business Assistance Centers
Small Business Development
The Brandon Valley Area Chamber of Commerce: Works to encourage, support, and foster the free enterprise system Works to maintain and improve the area's quality of life Works to maintain strong support for existing industries Promotes and supports economic development Maintains list of community events through website at: http://members.brandonvalleychamber.com/events An online business directory of organizations belonging to this chamber is available at: https://members.brandonvalleychamber.com/list

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Tourist Information
Chambers of Commerce
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Community Celebrations/Festivals
Community Calendars
Elevate Rapid City was established in 2019 merging the Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development organizations to lead the economic development and small business efforts in the Black Hills region. We work to elevate the Rapid City region for all with the strong vision of making Rapid City and the Black Hills region the place people want to be. Elevate Rapid City is committed to promoting business and personal advancement in western South Dakota through a targeted spotlight on jobs, infrastructure, and overall quality of life in and around the Black Hills region and Rapid City metro area. Together, we strive to embrace the heart and soul of our community through diversified growth and strong professional opportunities advocating the strengths of the Black Hills.

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Special Focus Community Economic Development
Chambers of Commerce
Community Celebrations/Festivals
One stop shop for Regional Economic Development programs including SBA 504 Loan Program through Black Hills Community Economic Development, Rushmore Region Economic Development Alliance, Small Business Development Center, West River Revolving Loan Fund, South Dakota APEX Accelerator, Manufacturing & Technology Solutions, and Black Hills Council of Local Governments.

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Business Assistance Centers
Business Financing
Business Networking Groups
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Small Business Development
Organizational Consultation/Technical Assistance
Advocates on behalf of its members and actively supports business, agriculture and tourism resulting in an enhanced quality of place for the entire community, services include: Visitor information Relocation information Sturgis Rally information Community support and advocacy Leadership training An online business directory of organizations belonging to this chamber is available at: www.SturgisAreaChamber.com

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Special Focus Community Economic Development
Tourist Information
Community Celebrations/Festivals
Community Calendars
Chambers of Commerce
Promotes and protects the interests of its members in many ways including hosting local events and working to increase traffic into the town.

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Tourist Information
Chambers of Commerce
Volunteer Recruitment/Coordination Volunteer Opportunities
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Community Celebrations/Festivals
Promotes the community with marketing and advertising in several tourist publications each year. The Chamber also hosts several events through the year including Winterfest, Gold Camp Jubilee: A 4th of July Celebration Black Hills Renaissance Festival, and Fall In Love With Lead. Events Calendar available An online business directory of organizations belonging to this chamber is available.

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Tourist Information
Community Celebrations/Festivals
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Community Calendars
Chambers of Commerce
Trade Associations
Partnership of business and professional people working together for the betterment of the community. Services include community event planning, tourism services, marketing, and business services.

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Special Focus Community Economic Development
Community Celebrations/Festivals
Community Calendars
Chambers of Commerce
Tourist Information
Services include: Community Coaching - Community coaching starts with learning new ways of working together by practicing it. The program teaches participants how to involve more people in shared decision-making. This program is customizable: to host a community event, a strategy retreat, or dive in to practicing this process for 24 months. Community Development Loans - Loans available to rural economic development organizations, housing authorities, and other community development financial institutions. This program connects capital from regional investors with communities ready to make an economic impact. Learning Network - Connects economic development professionals in rural communities with peers to discuss concerns, find inspiration and even brainstorm any time, in real-time. New Markets Tax Credits - Provides new markets tax credit allocation for equity investments in innovative businesses that are shaping their community's future. RuralX - Connect with like-minded, passionate, rural community shapers. RuralX is an annual event that brings together passionate people who think differently about rural life.

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Business Assistance Centers
Small Business Development
Workshops/Symposiums
Business Financing
Organizational Consultation/Technical Assistance
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Supports current and new business expansion within Campbell County, SD. Quality of life measures such as recreational parks and other activities are supported. Tourism activities (hunting, fishing and camping) are promoted via the website.

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Special Focus Community Economic Development
Tourist Information
Free business assistance is available to GROW South Dakota business borrowers. Ongoing one-on-one consulting is offered for cash flow and sales analysis, pricing, marketing, and customer service regardless of the size or maturity of the business. The loan program is a statewide lender finance new and existing businesses real estate, equipment, inventory, and working capital. Terms and conditions: loan amounts typically range from $250,000.00 to $500,000.00. Term is based on collateral. Inquire about current interest rates. Will partner with banks to provide joint financing.

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Special Focus Community Economic Development
Organizational Consultation/Technical Assistance
Business Financing
Promotion of the community to ensure growth and stability of the business climate. An online business directory or organizations belonging to this chamber is available at: www.cantonsouthdakota.com/ChamberOfCommerce/index.php/business-directory

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Community Celebrations/Festivals
Community Calendars
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Chambers of Commerce
Tourist Information
Provides business information, site location information, demographics and services for growing and relocating businesses, and coordinates economic development strategies for a strong future for the Sioux Falls area. Provides workforce development and career exploration opportunities and programming to increase and secure the talent pool for the Sioux Falls community.

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Special Focus Community Economic Development
Organizational Consultation/Technical Assistance
Business Retention and Expansion
Helping support the local economy by promoting the towns appeal through tourism advertisement, local events, local educational opportunities, growth and expansion. Elevating the outlook on the future and respecting the past.

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Holiday Related Volunteer Opportunities
Tourist Information
Chambers of Commerce
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Volunteer Recruitment/Coordination Volunteer Opportunities
Community Celebrations/Festivals
Provides support for area businesses. An online business directory of organizations belonging to this chamber is available at: - https://business.spearfishchamber.org/list/ Calendar of community events available at - http://business.spearfishchamber.org/events/calendar/

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Community Celebrations/Festivals
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Community Calendars
Chambers of Commerce
Provides free, confidential one on one business advising and trainings, events, workshops, and programming with a focus on small business owners and women business professionals.

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Workshops/Symposiums
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Business Assistance Centers
Nonprofit Corporation Development
Organizational Consultation/Technical Assistance
Small Business Development
Leads and coordinates economic and community development that will enhance the quality of life for Marshall County residents. Provides business financing through a revolving loan fund and provides assistance with business planning, start up support, grant writing, training, and technical assistance.Information services include local housing, commercial real estate, jobs, and training opportunities.

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Organizational Consultation/Technical Assistance
Special Focus Community Economic Development
Business Financing