Where Commerce Meets Community
Three connected organizations serving Southeast Chicago: the Chamber of Commerce, SSA #50, and the Southeast Chicago Development Corporation.
Chamber
What are the benefits of being a chamber member?
Join the Southeast Chicago chamber to meet local experts in business services to get the help you need to run your business.
Learn MoreSpecial Services Area
So What is an SSA Anyway?
Special Service Areas are financed by localized taxes to assist and support commercial corridors defined by the city of Chicago.
Learn More501(c)(3) Community Arm
Meet the Southeast Chicago Development Corporation
SECDC is the Chamber's charitable community arm, supporting public art, community service, cultural projects, donations, and partnerships across the South Side.
Learn MoreOpportunities
Grant Opportunities
The Department of Planning and Development offers multiple grant opportunities throughout the year to small businesses, developers and non-profit organizations. See below for a list of grant programs currently available.
Chamber Spotlight
Kreating Young Minds Academy
Powered by play and a STEAM-driven (Science,Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) educational model, Kreating Young Minds Academy is here to transform the approach to early childhood education.
Upcoming Events
Jun
23
Commission Meeting (June)
2026 Commission Meetings | 1:00 p.m. | 8701 S. Bennett
Jul
08
Wine Down Wednesday (July)
July Wine Down Wednesday
Aug
21
Third Quarterly Meeting (August)
Quarterly Meetings | Fridays 9a-12p | 8701 S. Bennet
Aug
24
Commission Meeting (August)
2026 Commission Meetings | 1:00 p.m. | 8701 S. Bennett