SFCC Newsletter / AUGUST 2021
Chairman's
Note
Casey Whitmarsh
SFCC Chair
And you thought the roller coaster ride was over! Unfortunately, just as many of us were opening up even more, wearing our masks less and finally feeling comfortable being inside with others, the warnings come again.
As a fellow business owner, I sympathize. One of the challenges through this entire pandemic has been trying to stay abreast of the latest news so we can make our customers and clients comfortable doing business with us. To assist you in this, the Chamber will be running a special promotion across our social media platforms during the month of August, outlining ideas for boosting customer loyalty and making those you do business with feel safe.
I'd also like to give a special shout out this month to the latest Legacy Members who upgraded their membership to an annual Sustaining Membership, Lorton Springfield Dental Implant & Oral Surgery and the Lorton Community Action Center. Not only are you taking advantage of the SFCC's new Premier Technology & Marketing Program (PTMP), your support allows the Chamber to better support all members and the community at-large.
In fact, the support of all of our Sustaining Members enables the SFCC to not only offer networking opportunities, but also support new businesses in their ribbon-cuttings and grand openings. Additionally, it allows the Chamber to support community events, groups and teams. It is certainly Win-Win for everyone!
You asked and we listened! After 18 long months, plans are underway for our first in-person networking event since the pandemic began! Save the date - September 28 6p-8p. Registration details will be announced soon. As of this writing, the SFCC Events Committee was putting together a terrific evening of networking and reconnecting for all of our members. We will follow all CDC recommendations at the time, so look for details next month.
Enjoy the end of summer!
Casey Whitmarsh
SFCC Chair
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NEXT MONTH!
Registration Details Coming Soon!
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WELCOME
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KUDOS TO SFCC MEMBER INOVA!
Inova Health System has awarded $240,000 in Community Health Fund grants to 14 local nonprofit organizations.
The Community Health Fund is an opportunity for Inova to invest in the community through partnerships that address population health needs and promote equity for all.
These partnerships reinforce Inova’s ability to provide world-class healthcare by supporting positive programs and opportunities that make a difference in the quality of life, health, and welfare of the communities we serve.
Help LCAC with Back2School
The first day of school is only a few weeks away and SFCC member LCAC needs YOUR help! LCAC is seeking donations to provide local children with backpacks and the supplies needed to equip them for a bright school year. Cash donations can be delivered to LCAC 9518 Richmond Highway, Lorton or mailed to P.O. Box 154 Lorton, VA 22199. Please specify that it is for Back2School program.
Donate online here. Indicate in the drop down menu that your donation is for Back2School. Pick out supplies from the Amazon wish list here. Sign up to donate here. Back2 School happens on Saturday, August 14th, so donations will be accepted until August 13.
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Special Thanks
to the Laurel Hill Golf Club and the Holiday Inn Express Lorton
Our continuing thanks to Laurel Hill Golf Club, General Manager Ryan Carmen and the Holiday Inn Express of Lorton, Director of Sales Erica Lee for offering meeting facilities free of charge to the Chamber for our monthly Board of Directors meetings and other events throughout the year.
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Upcoming Events
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- Aug 7, 14, 21, 28: Free summer concerts, Workhouse Arts Center, 7p
- Aug 8: Potomac Music - Music in the Parks + Kona Ice, Burke Lake Park, FREE 11a-1p
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Aug 14: LCAC Back@School event
Aug 19: SFCC Board meeting 9a-11a - virtual - Aug 23: FCPS First Day of School
- Aug 7, 14, 21, 28: Workhouse Community Market - Saturdays 10a-2p
- Aug 29: Women’s Equality Day 2021, Lucy Burns Museum 2p-5p
www.southfairfaxchamber.org for more details.
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