711 BLADEN STREET | BEAUFORT, SC 29902 (843) 986-1102 kholman@bcbcc.org Facebook page opens in new window Twitter page opens in new window Instagram page opens in new window VISIT GULLAH ART GALLERY DONATE BCBCC We Build Black Business! HOME & ABOUT TRAINING & EDUCATION PROGRAMS & SERVICES LOANS & RESOURCES EMERGENCY RELIEF JOIN EVENTS TOURISM NEWS & MEDIA CONTACT GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT ADVOCATING FOR GROWTH WE HELP YOUR BUSINESS GROW About THE BCBCC We help your business grow. Developing connections among Multi-Cultural businesses within our community Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce, a 501©3 organization, is a membership organization dedicated to offering products, services and educational programming for multi-cultural business-owners and professionals within the Beaufort and neighboring communities. Our mission is dedicated to the economic empowerment of African American communities and small businesses in Beaufort County. The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization dedicated to offering products, services, and educational programming for multi-cultural business owners and professionals within the Beaufort and neighboring communities. The individuals and businesses we serve are federally recognized as disadvantaged business enterprises and/or denied access to capital in traditional finance markets. We are organized as a 501 )c) (3) Corporation in South Carolina. Our 990 is available for review at our office. Networking Opportunities Business Development Marketing Assistance Access to Capital Procurement Opportunities Business Referrals Video Player https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.72/y3o.6df.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/bcbcc_video.mp4 00:00 00:25 We are the BCbCC: discover our story Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce: ‘Working Together, We Can Make A Difference’ The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce has come a long way since its founding in 1999. Starting from an idea, about $5,000 and a handful of members, the chamber has grown into a multi-million dollar organization that takes its mission seriously and is – literally – changing the face of Beaufort County. As we look back at the inception of The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC), we are reminded that in the past, days before BCCC was scheduled to open, it was vandalized with the N-word in red spray paint, the hate didn’t stop there, the property soon to be home to BCCC was also set on fire. Yet Larry Holman stood true to his vision of planting a chamber in Beaufort to support Beaufort’s Black business owners. Read Our History Join the Chamber Principles of our work 01. Business Providing programs and workshops that deliver practical and useful education to strengthen and grow minorities and women in business. 02. Culture Understanding the importance of culture by helping bridge the economic and societal gaps through outreach, diversity and inclusion. 03. History Preserving and celebrating the Gullah Geechee Heritage of the Coastal Carolina’s. BCBCC is founder and publisher of Gullah Geechee Heritage and visitors and tourism guide. MOVING THE NEEDLE ON EMPOWERMENT The ones who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones that do. The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce looks to enhance educational, cultural, and social experiences for young professionals. 22+ Years in business 125+ Members HUNDREDS of Workshops Conducted HUNDREDS of Networking Events for our members 85+ Micro Loans totaling $1,757,415.92 6 Current Programs Why join the bcbcc Business Facilitator The BCBCC is the facilitator between public and private entities looking to expand their participation with disadvantaged business enterprises. Networking and Referrals Creating networking and referral opportunities among member businesses, existing businesses and the greater Beaufort County business community. Access to Capital Micro Lender/CDFI providing loans for start-ups and business expansions. Technical Assistance Assisting our members with resources to secure capital through loans and grants. Community Resources Providing avenues for African-American and small businesses to learn of resources in our community and state. Job Access Encouraging entrepreneurship of businesses that will provide jobs within Beaufort and surrounding counties. “We are absolutely committed to the community and to the businesses we serve as well as their future success. To have strong Black businesses, we’ve got to have strong Black chambers.’” Larry Holman President & CEO From our blog Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce: ‘Working Together, We Can Make A Difference’ UncategorizedJune 26, 2020 By The Charleston Chronicle | September 6, 2018 | 0 Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce President Larry Holman cuts the Grand Opening Ribbon On a recent, bright, sunny Friday morning the Beaufort County Black Chamber… Read more Restaurant planned as part of new building opening soon in Beaufort. And that’s not all Company newsFebruary 5, 2020 Senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas nulla facilisi. Maecenas sit amet tincidunt elit – habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames. Maecenas sit amet tincidunt… Read more President Larry Holman: State of the BCBCC Company newsFebruary 5, 2020 The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC) offers education, products and services for disadvantaged business enterprises and socioeconomically disadvantaged communities. Read more Our Regional and National Partners Get in touch Hey! We are looking forward to hearing from you! Facebook Twitter Instagram Call us 843-986-1102 Location 711 Bladen Street Beaufort, SC 29902 Mail kholman@bcbcc.org Business hours Monday – Friday: 9 am – 5 pm Saturday & Sunday: Closed Name* Email* Telephone* Message © Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce - 2021. All rights reserved. Certified CDFI, SBA, and USDA