Deadlines/Applications

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.

Coast Centurion Association is dedicated to the retention of the Coast’s military installations and presence. 

To become a member of Coast Centurion Association, CLICK HERE.

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 generally accepted in May of each year. Deadline for the 2018-2019 class application was May 25, 2018.

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 for nominations are no longer available and are no longer being accepted. Submissions were due by noon on January 31, 2019. 

The 2019 One Coast Awards will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2019.

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. sends out a weekly newsletter at the beginning of each week filled with new members, upcoming events, and more. In each newsletter, there is a section titled "Member Spotlight", where we highlight one member.

If you are a member of the Chamber and would like to have your business featured in our newsletter, CLICK HERE to apply now. Please send completed form and a logo/photo to Membership Coordinator, Mei-Li Hernandez at mei@mscoastchamber.com.

Biloxi Chamber of Commerce Small Business Grants are available January-May and May-December. They will be awarded twice annually.

CLICK HERE to apply now for Small Business Grants.

CLICK HERE to apply now for Nonprofit Grants.

Gulfport Chamber of Commerce presents grants to small businesses to give them the opportunity to invest funds in an area that might otherwise not be a possibility for them. Applications are now available and due to hannah@mscoastchamber.com April 30, 2019, at noon. 

CLICK HERE to complete the application now. 

Long Beach Chamber of Commerce Small Business Grants are no longer being accepted at this time. Deadline for applications was August 31, 2018 at noon.

Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce Small Business Grants are available at this time. Applications are due to the Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce on April 30, 2019 at noon.

CLICK HERE to fill out application now and send to grose@mscoastchamber.com.   

With over 90% of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. membership being comprised of small businesses, WE - Women, Educating, Enriching & Engaging is designed this program to assist small businesses, owned primarily by women, to expand and develop their businesses.

Applications for the 2018 WE - Women Educating, Enriching & Engaging Grant applications are no longer available. Applications were due on July 10, 2018. 

Coast Young Professionals instituted this program to assist young entrepreneurs with development and expansion of their business by providing grants. 

Applications are no longer available. Application deadline was October 31, 2017.

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

CLICK HERE to apply today.

This program helps provides teachers with extra funds for their classrooms. This grant is no longer available.

Deadline to apply for a Gulfport Teacher Grant was September 12, 2018, and had to be submitted to the Gulfport Chamber office by 4 p.m.

Biloxi Chamber of Commerce Scholarships are not available at this time. 

Gulfport Chamber of Commerce Scholarships are not available at this time. 

Long Beach Chamber of Commerce Scholarships are not available at this time. 

Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce Scholarships are not available at this time. 

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

Applications are no longer available. Deadline was April 30, 2018.

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. Nominations were due to Long Beach Director, Gabrielle Rose, at grose@mscoastchamber.com Wednesday, October 10, at noon. 

Applications are no longer available at this time. 

Biloxi and Gulfport Chambers of Commerce honor individuals who have made an impact in the school year. Biloxi and Gulfport Chambers of Commerce each award an Educator of the Year Award at the Excellence in Education Ceremony.

Nominations are no longer available at this time.

The Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce is no longer accepting submissions for the 2018 Christmas in the Pass.

Deadline for submission was September 5, 2018 at 5:00 PM.

Christmas in the Pass will be held on December 7, 2018. Applications are now available. Deadline for submission is November 8, 2018.

CLICK HERE for Food Vendor Application.

CLICK HERE for Arts/Craft Vendor Application.

Taste of Long Beach will be held on November 8th at the Harper McCaughan Town Green. Local food and beverage vendors will be set up throughout the event for attendees to sample and enjoy.

Applications are now available. CLICK HERE to apply. Application deadline is October 16, 2018.

Junior Leadership Biloxi is a program designed to produce students of outstanding character that are more sensitive to the needs of the community and are better able to contribute to society. 

Application were due November 2018.

Biloxi Seafood Festival Arts Contest Entries are not being accepted at this time. Posters were due May 16, 2018 by 4:00 P.M.

Applications for the Biloxi Seafood Festival are not being accepted at this time.

The 38^th Annual Biloxi Seafood Festival will be held on September 14 & 15, 2019, at the Biloxi Town Green.  Vendor applications should be available June 2019. If you have any questions, please email them to Rachael@mscoastchamber.com. Should you call, you will be direct to email me with your questions or concerns.

All divisions within the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. are no longer accepting nominations for Board of Director positions.  You  must be a member in good standing to have been considered. 

Deadline to apply was Monday, September 10, 2018 at 4:00 PM. 

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce is accepting nomination applications to serve as a member of the Leadership Gulf Coast Board of Trustees for the term beginning July 1, 2019.  All applicants must have participated in the Leadership Gulf Coast program to be considered.  Complete applications will be accepted until Wednesday, April 3rd at 12 noon. Nomination applications should be sent to info@mscoastchamber.com or mailed or dropped off to the MS Gulf Coast Chamber, 11975 Seaway Road, Suite B-120, Gulfport, MS  39503.  Space is limited to what is provided on the application. No attachments, handwritten, late or faxed applications accepted.  Questions?  228-604-0014. 

Click Here for application.

This program helps provides teachers with extra funds for their classrooms. This grant is no longer available.

Deadline to apply for a Long Beach Teacher Grant was September 21, 2018, and had to be submitted to the Long Beach Chamber office by noon.