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.  

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 LaWanda@mscoastchamber.com

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

Applications for the Leadership Gulf Coast Board of Trustees for 2023-2024 are now available.  The deadline is October 16, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.

Click Here to apply.   

Thank you for your interest in serving as a member of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Serving on the board is a rewarding experience and an opportunity for professional growth. Completing this form will help you understand this leadership position's skills and time/resource commitments. All applicants must be a member in good standing to be considered to serve on any of the Board of Directors.

Applications are now open and will close on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. 

Apply Here! 

Biloxi Seafood Festival Vendor Applications are now open. The festival is September 9th, 2023, from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. 

Seafood Vendor Application 

Arts & Craft Non-Seafood Food Vendor Application 

The 42nd Annual Biloxi Seafood Festival will be held in September at Biloxi Town Green, Biloxi. The theme of the Biloxi Seafood Festival is a celebration of the history and heritage of the seafood and maritime industry. Event organizers include the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce and the City of Biloxi. The deadline for submissions was on May 09, 2023. 

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 will be presented at Breakfast with the Mayor that is held on October 10, 2023 at the University of Southern MS Gulf Park Campus in Hardy Hall. Nominations for this award are due on September 8, 2023.

Click here to nominate

Applications are now closed  All applications were due on May 19, 2023.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce and its divisions – Biloxi, Gulfport, Long Beach and Pass Christian Chambers of Commerce – accepted applications for their respective small business development grant programs.

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

Click Here to apply today.

The grant application process is now open. 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.

Biloxi Chamber of Commerce scholarships are closed.  Applications were due March 24, 2023.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce and its division – Coast Young Professionals – are taking applications for their small business development grant program. Grants ranging from $250 up to $1,000 will be awarded to Coast Young Professional members selected by a judging committee who meet the specified criteria and provide adequate documentation supporting their grant request. The deadline to apply for these grants is by 12 p.m. on Friday, July 28, 2023 

Teacher Grant applications are open. Teacher Grants are awarded to educators with innovative or imaginative programs that directly benefit students and foster cooperation between the community and school district. 

Apply Today! 
 

Gulfport Chamber of Commerce scholarships are closed.  Applications were due on March 24, 2023.

Teacher Grant applications are open. Applications are due by 1:00 PM on September 15, 2023. Teacher Grants are awarded to educators with innovative or imaginative programs that directly benefit students, as well as foster cooperation between the community and school district.

Apply Today! 

Long Beach Chamber of Commerce scholarships are closed.  Applications were due on March 24, 2023.

Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce scholarships are closed. Applications were due on March 24, 2023.

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. The 2023 event was held on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at the Beau Rivage Resort Casino.

Nominations are now closed.

Forever Young Awards are presented to 10 influential mentors each year at Coast Young Professionals Annual Black Tie and Blue Jeans Gala. This year's gala will be held at the IP Casino Resort Spa on August 3, 2023. 

 Applications are now closed

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

The CYP MVP/Hall of Fame Awards are presented annually at CYP Launch (previously known as CYP Annual Meeting) to persons who are devoted members of CYP, foster growth for the organization and serve as an advocate.

Applications for nominations are now closed. 

To view past recipients of these awards, CLICK HERE.

The CYP Launch 2023 was held on Thursday, January 25, 2023 at the Biloxi Visitor’s Center.