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~ Small Business of the Year: Staunton Innovation Hub
~ Large Business of the Year: F&M Bank
~ New Business of the Year: RX Coffee & More
~ Woman Owned Business of the Year: SweetNanaCakes
~ Nonprofit of the Year: Blue Ridge Area Food Bank
~ Young Professional of the Year: Debbie Irwin (Shenandoah Community Capital Fund - SCCF)
~ Citizen of the Year: Dan Layman (Community Foundation of the Central Blue Ridge)
These winners and many others were nominated by other Chamber members. We are excited to celebrate them at our Business Excellence Awards on March 10 at Hotel 24 South- get your tickets now! This dinner is selling out quickly!
https://www.augustava.com/events/details/business-excellence-awards-2022-2812?calendarMonth=2022-03-01
Congratulations to all of our very deserving winners! 🤩
We also talked about one of their longest running programs: Business Bootcamp - an 8-week class to help you launch your business. SCCF helps you develop business skills and determine the viability of your idea and what it will take to be a successful entrepreneur.
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Comm Grain is working to make our grain supply more local and resilient. We've been able to connect with some amazing growers and millers through our membership. We're they're ONLY retail member but that just means MORE bread samples for us! It's pretty inspiring to see how this network of farmers and bakers has grown over the years to ensure we stay fed!
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Shenandoah Community Capital Fund is unique because we actually never tapped into them for money, not to say we might not one day ask! Instead, we find their free access to thinkers, bankers, consultants, and advisors to be priceless. We've gotten site visits, staff coaching, tech support, and legal advice from them for FREE! We can't wait to see how this organization will continue to inspire and invigorate our region's independent businesses.
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Jessica Hall, Designer and Chief at Harmony Harvest Farm, is one of those people who makes Augusta County such a special place to live. Read all about it in her new People of Augusta profile! https://bit.ly/3BoXjPa
Helping people create options for themselves through access to capital and support.
We believe that the most vibrant communities grow from within — we support local residents as they work to revitalize their neighborhoods, assist start-up nonprofits with grassroots organizing and fundraising, finance creative entrepreneurs who create jobs and fill storefronts, and provide access to economic opportunities for traditionally underserved populations.
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Calling all experienced entrepreneurs, business owners, and business professionals!
SCCF is looking for mentors from all backgrounds, with varying experiences and perspectives. Mentors with SCCF interact with entrepreneurs and our greater ecosystem in many different ways:
🤝One-on-one mentorship with members of our S2V accelerator
✏️Workshop leaders for Business Bootcamp and other training sessions
🤓Panelists for special events or the Entrepreneurship Summit
📒Or to be called on as subject matter experts
If you are interested in providing a Shenandoah Valley entrepreneur with your mentorship, please fill out our mentor interest form for more information https://buff.ly/3XGVrMV
03/16/2023
Thank you to Take Out 250 for your amazing food and service last night! It was awesome showing you and Valley off to the Center on Rural Innovation!
03/16/2023
Burrow and Vine
Almost one year ago, Megan Burrows closed her loan with SCCF to open Burrow and Vine in Downtown Staunton! Now, she sells plants, home decor, and what she calls "plant-adjacent" items.
Finances were a really scary thing to me, and I felt like I didn’t know enough to be handling them,” Megan said, “But, the SCCF loan team helped me walk through everything and reassured me that I had the tools I needed to get it done. The whole process felt so ‘me-first’ instead of ‘business-first’ which I really appreciated.”
Read more about Megan's experience with the SCCF loan program, and her entrepreneurial journey, on our blog! https://buff.ly/3IGFJe4
Burrow and Vine Megan Burrows is a daughter, sister, wife, mom, friend, creative, yogi, and plant lover, and within the past year has added entrepreneur to her title. When she decided to switch from a comfortable 9-5 job to the risky world of entrepreneurship, it meant sacrificing a lot of perks. She traded consist...
03/16/2023
There's still time to register for this month's Women in Business Lunch with Shenandoah Community Capital Fund - SCCF! Let us know by Friday, March 24th!
https://www.facebook.com/events/6477308408964163
03/15/2023
We're 15% of the way to reaching our goal of raising $15,000!
Thank you so much to everyone who has donated already. Whether you give $5, $50, or even $100, you're making a huge difference in the lives of future entrepreneurs.
Help us continue celebrating our 15th Anniversary 🤩
https://buff.ly/3ybjckY
03/13/2023
Congratulations to the 2023 FSLN Community Food Systems Mentorship Cohort!
Happy 5 Year Anniversary to our S2V alum Jon Henry General Store! Jon is always bringing exciting ideas to New Market, and we love watching this store grow. He has also been chosen as a mentor for the 2023 Food Systems Leadership Network’s (FSLN) Community Food Systems Mentorship program, congratulations!
Congratulations to the 2023 FSLN Community Food Systems Mentorship Cohort! The Food Systems Leadership Network’s (FSLN) Community Food Systems Mentorship program is now in its 6th year, supporting a cohort of 24 mentees from across the country! Everyone needs and de…
03/13/2023
Financial Workshop Series | Shenandoah Community
Join us at the Staunton Innovation Hub (or virtually) for a financial workshop series! Each Tuesday night in April, you'll learn from industry experts, like CPAs, bookkeepers, bankers, and tax professionals, as well as local entrepreneurs, about a new finance topic.
Can't make it to all four classes? No problem! Purchase a single session ticket for the week that works for you! Learn more
Financial Workshop Series | Shenandoah Community April is Financial Literacy Month! Hear from local financial professionals and industry experts for tips and skills to improve your business finances.
03/13/2023
Schedule here: https://3catsphoto.pixieset.com/booking/rise-headshot-day
Pay here: https://buy.chip-in.us/?nonprofitId=123190
If you are a business owner or have a portfolio and you live in the area or surrounding area this is a great opportunity! All proceeds will be donated to RISE youth programming!!
03/10/2023
SCCF | Official Merchandise | Bonfire
There's no one right way to "look" like an entrepreneur. But, now we have a way for you to SHOW that you're an entrepreneur!
Introducing our line of Entrepreneur and Ecosystem Builder merch! Share with the world that YOU are an entrepreneur ❤️
For the month of March, these sales will go towards our 15 Year Anniversary Fundraiser. Help us celebrate by purchasing a mug, t-shirt, or sweatshirt (or all three)!
SCCF | Official Merchandise | Bonfire Check out SCCF on Bonfire and shop official merchandise today! Featuring limited edition custom apparel, printed with care in the USA just for you.
03/10/2023
Join us at the Luray-Page County Women in Business Lunch – Building Business Relationships on Tuesday, March 28th, from 11:30 AM-1:00 PM at The Valley Cork!
Learn first-hand what it means to develop a business, complete a business program, and launch a product. If you wish to attend, please RSVP to [email protected] or (540) 743-3915, by Friday, March 24th.
https://buff.ly/3L3geGC
03/09/2023
Valley Business Compass Training | Shenandoah Community
Valley Business Compass is the ultimate tool to find any resource provider, support organization, mentor, and more to help you start and grow your business.
Hear from Nick Koger, Community Outreach at SCCF, about how to find resources, events, and people on Valley Business Compass, and get help setting up your personal profile.
https://buff.ly/3kwPxQ3
Valley Business Compass Training | Shenandoah Community Learn how to create a profile and explore the resources on Valley Business Compass!
03/09/2023
The conversation on The Valley Today was all about business & entrepreneurship. If you missed it, you can listen to the here: https://bit.ly/3yo7yDf
Janet spoke with Martin Short from the Richmond office of U.S. Small Business Administration about their Community Navigator Pilot Program. Joining them was Anika Horn from Shenandoah Community Capital Fund - SCCF and Gabrielle Cash from Walker Program to talk about the resources, grants, and support they offer startups and small business owners alike. Have a listen!
03/09/2023
The conversation on The Valley Today was all about business & entrepreneurship. If you missed it, you can listen to the here: https://bit.ly/3yo7yDf
Janet spoke with Martin Short from the Richmond office of U.S. Small Business Administration about their Community Navigator Pilot Program. Joining them was Anika Horn from Shenandoah Community Capital Fund - SCCF and Gabrielle Cash from Walker Program to talk about the resources, grants, and support they offer startups and small business owners alike. Have a listen!
International Womens Day 2023
Happy International Women's Day to all of the incredible and inspiring women entrepreneurs in our Shenandoah Valley!
03/07/2023
15th Anniversary Fundraiser | Shenandoah Community
Join us in celebrating our 15th Anniversary! We’re proud to have made it this far, and we’d appreciate your support in continuing the celebration by making a donation to our organization. Every donation counts, and helps us to provide resources and mentorship to the next generation of entrepreneurs!
https://buff.ly/3ybjckY
15th Anniversary Fundraiser | Shenandoah Community Over the past 15 years, our organization has expanded and innovated alongside the region’s entrepreneurs to become one of the lead conveners in the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. To honor this momentous milestone, our goal is to raise $15,000 for 15 years of SCCF! These funds will support o...
03/06/2023
Have you met Megan Burrows? Megan is the owner of Burrow and Vine, plant and gift shop, in Downtown Staunton! She worked hard and followed her dreams to open her own business, with help from the Virginia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and SCCF's loan program. Her journey is proof that with dedication and perseverance, anything is possible!
Read more about Megan and Burrow and Vine in our latest blog post!
https://buff.ly/3IGFJe4
03/03/2023
RISE Org 2018
This May RISE is celebrating its 5th year anniversary and hosting its annual RISE Women's Summit. Celebrate with RISE May 20th, tickets are still available! Visit for more information, or to register for the event.
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03/03/2023
In honor of Women's History Month, the SBA's Second Annual Women's Business Summit will convene those in-the-know about opportunities to advance women's entrepreneurship. Tue, Mar 28, 2023, 9:00 AM – Wed, Mar 29, 2023, 5:00 PM EDT Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sba-womens-business-summit-march-28-29-2023-registration-532084197157
03/02/2023
Love seeing SCCF's Startup Shenandoah Valley (S2V) Virtual Accelerator Program being mentioned in Virginia Business The Big Book Economic Development Issue among other incredible icubator and accelerator programs! Read more on page 47 https://buff.ly/3EEqxNB
03/02/2023
Christian Vames grew up in Staunton model and hobby store. Now he owns it.
Christian Vames grew up in Staunton model and hobby store. Now he owns it. New name and owner, Staunton's Frontline Model Kits and Hobbies celebrating 20 years downtown
03/02/2023
Queen City Women’s Day event coming to Staunton on March 11
Queen City Women’s Day event coming to Staunton on March 11 Scheduled for March 11, the event will showcase women-owned businesses in Staunton as well as pop-up shops and performances.
03/02/2023
We're working on a really exciting project with the help of Millpond Photography to celebrate our 15th Anniversary! Here are some of behind the scenes of what's to come... stay tuned!
Thank you Millpond Photography for all your help and these amazing photos!
03/01/2023
We're a little over two weeks out from Bryn's Video for Business webinar with The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg & Rockingham County! From 11 a.m. til noon, she'll talk about how participating nonprofits for the Great Community Give can use video as a storytelling tool to boost their campaign over the next few months. We hope to see you there!
Learn More and Register: https://ecs.page.link/J9nEa
03/01/2023
If you find yourself scratching your head when trying to create social media content, sign up for this month's Business Seminar with Java Media!
https://www.facebook.com/events/745188143789348/
03/01/2023
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03/01/2023
Happy Anniversary to These Staunton Favs! - Visit Staunton
Happy Anniversary to These Staunton Favs! - Visit Staunton Celebrating an anniversary is a way to honor the hard work and dedication that went into building and sustaining a successful business. Here are the Staunton businesses reaching five and ten-year milestones.
03/01/2023
Tax and Accounting - Small Business Help Topics - SBDCNet
Tax and Accounting - Small Business Help Topics - SBDCNet Tax and accounting resources for small business owners to help meet fiscal obligations to federal, state, and local taxing authorities.
03/01/2023
Happy Women's History Month!
Celebrate by reading about some of the intelligent, strong, brave, and powerful women entrepreneurs in the Shenandoah Valley on our blog ❤️ https://buff.ly/3Ss0DSJ
02/28/2023
"15 years of SCCF, wow! The last time I was sitting down really thinking about milestones, was when I was helping plan our 10-year anniversary party. How have five years gone by so quickly? I’m so amazed and thankful for all that has happened with our organization over the past 15 years as the Staunton Creative Community Fund and now Shenandoah Community Capital Fund. We wouldn’t be where we are today without the support of the community, ecosystem partners, and past and present board members and staff."
Read more from SCCF Executive Director, Debbie Irwin, as she reflects on our organization's 15th anniversary, and the people who are owed thanks for building our foundation, in our latest blog post!
https://buff.ly/3EIWW5E
02/28/2023
Check out the great events we have going on in March! Remember that all events are open to all our members' employees, even if you're not the primary rep we have on file.
http://bit.ly/30eARVS
02/28/2023
Join us for Coffee & Conversation tomorrow morning at City National Bank in Lexington from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Stop in and mingle with fellow Chamber members, meet the staff at City National Bank, and enjoy a delicious breakfast from Sweet Treats Bakery. For more information visit http://business.lexrockchamber.com/events/details/coffee-conversation-city-national-bank-lexington-1893
02/28/2023
February 2023 marks SCCF's 15th Anniversary! Over the past 15 years our organization has grown and adapted with our ecosystem to help serve over 1500 entrepreneurs in the Shenandoah Valley!
The work we do would not be possible without the support of our incredible staff, dedicated board of directors, all of the other amazing community partners who work with us, and of course the entrepreneurs who inspire us every day.
Will you help us in celebrating our anniversary and set future entrepreneurs up for success? Learn more at sccfva.org/15th-anniversary
02/28/2023
Come join us next Tuesday at The Apple House for a night of Free drinks, appetizers, and networking with some of Front Royal and Warren county's top Businesses!
02/28/2023
New Cuban restaurant coming to Waynesboro this spring
New Cuban restaurant coming to Waynesboro this spring Sarahi Morales moved to the United States from Cuba when she was 26. It's always been a dream to open a restaurant and now that is happening in Waynesboro.
Our Story
Since our founding in 2008, the Staunton Creative Community Fund has been dedicated helping small businesses. We serve as the local hub for entrepreneurial innovation and bring together the talent, creativity, information, funding, and resources that grow a vibrant local economy.
Starting a business is challenging. The Fund can help you navigate the pitfalls, detours, highs, and lows of starting or expanding a small business. In a world of cold calculations and high-interest loans, we are a safe place for dreamers and schemers to imagine the possibilities, ask questions, and get the funding they need in order to succeed. We are your team.
📷While based in Staunton, we’ve continued to grow and now serve the entire Central Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, including: Augusta County, Rockingham County, Rockbridge County, Highland County, Bath County, Albermarle County, Nelson County, Staunton , Harrisonburg, Waynesboro, Lexington, and Buena Vista.
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