Coast Young Professionals is designed to develop leaders along the Mississippi Gulf Coast by connecting its network of over 250 diverse and dynamic young professionals throughout the region. 

To become a member of Coast Young Professionals, Click Here.  Questions, contact  kelly@mscoastchamber.com.

Click Here to learn more about CYP's Program of Work and benefits of being involved.

Military One Coast (formerly known as Coast Centurions) is dedicated to the retention of the Coast’s military installations and presence. For more information call 228-604-0014 or email rachel@mscoastchamber.com

To become a member of Military One Coast, CLICK HERE.

Biloxi Chamber of Commerce’s Junior Leadership Program applications are now closed. Junior Leadership is a part of the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce’s education program. The purpose of the Junior Leadership Biloxi program is to produce students of outstanding character who are more sensitive to the needs of the community and are better able to contribute to society.

Applications will be available December, 2021.

Leadership Gulf Coast (LGC) is a program geared to teach our present and emerging leaders to understand real problems and opportunities in our community. This is a 9-month program where a variety of topics will be discussed.

Applications for LGC are now closed. The deadline for the 2021-2022 class application was on Monday, May 24, 2021. 

The class is limited to 38 and we typically receive over 70 applications.  If you have previously applied and were not selected, please apply again! 

• Biloxi Seafood Festival Vendor Applications
  • Applications are open June-August of each year, as space is available.
  • CLICK HERE to apply now if you are a Non-Seafood Vendor
  • CLICK HERE to apply now if you are a Seafood Vendor.

The grant application process is now open. To be eligible for the end of the year distribution, a completed application must be received at the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce office no later than 5:00 p.m., October 20, 2021. Businesses applying must be a member in good standing of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce.Completed applications may be dropped off in person or mailed to: Biloxi Chamber of Commerce Grant, 11975 Seaway Road, B120, Gulfport, MS 39503.

Click Here to apply.

The grant application process is now open. To be eligible for the end of the year distribution, a completed application must be received at the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce office no later than 5:00 p.m., October 20, 2021. Businesses applying must be a member in good standing of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce. Completed applications may be dropped off in person or mailed to: Biloxi Chamber of Commerce Grant, 11975 Seaway Road, B120, Gulfport, MS 39503.

Click Here to apply.

The grant application process is now closed. Grants will reopen March of 2022.  Businesses applying must be a member in good standing of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce.

The grant application process is now closed. Grants will reopen March of 2022.  Businesses applying must be a member in good standing of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce.

The grant application process is now closed. Grants will reopen March of 2022. Businesses applying must be a member in good standing of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce.

The grant application process is now closed.Grants will reopen March of 2022.  Businesses applying must be a member in good standing of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce.

The grant application process is now closed.Grants will reopen March of 2022.  Businesses applying must be a member in good standing of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce.

The grant application process is now closed.Grants will reopen March of 2022.  Maximum grant amount to be awarded will be up to $1,000. If eligible, up to 16 grants could be awarded.

Grant eligibility requirements include:

• Business must be a member in good standing of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce 
• The award will only be granted to current Mississippi Power Customers in good standing. You must submit a bill from two months prior to grant submission.
• The business owner must be minority identified in the following groups: African American/Black, Asian American, Native American, Hispanic American
• A small business is defined as a business with the equivalent of 50 full time employees or less
• Application deadline was May 20, 2021.
• Applicants must be a for profit business 

Biloxi Chamber of Commerce Re-Occupancy Grants are available January-December, as funds are available.

Click Here to apply today.

The Biloxi Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Application is now closed. Scholarship application deadline was March 18, 2021.

The Gulfport Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Application is now closed. Scholarship application deadline was March 18, 2021.

The Long Beach Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Application is now closed. Scholarship application deadline was March 18, 2021.

The Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Application is now closed. Scholarship application deadline was March 18, 2021.

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. in conjunction with the Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, and Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce hold the One Coast Awards each year. These awards, formally the Roland Weeks Hall of Fame, are The Sun Herald Top 10 Under 40 and Community Leader Awards.

Applications are now closed. The 2021 One Coast Awards will be held on Friday, August 13, 2021 at Beau Rivage Resort & Casino.

This award is presented annually to a resident or business owner of Long Beach, who through the commitment to the community and through the spirit of volunteerism, has improved the quality of life in Long Beach and the Gulf Coast. It is presented at Breakfast with the Mayor. 

Applications will be opening later this year. 

Forever Young Awards are presented to 10 influential mentors each year at Coast Young Professionals Annual Black Tie and Blue Jeans Gala.

Applications are now closed.

To view a listing of Past BTBJ Forever Young Award Recipients, click here.