The Forever Young Mentor Award – Formerly Black Tie Blue Jeans – is Back! 

This year, we’re spicing up the event with a theme like no other: "THE ROARING 20's!" This theme has been chosen to highlight CYP's 20th year anniversary so get ready to party with CYP as we celebrate 10 extraordinary leaders across the Mississippi Gulf Coast!

Nominations are NOW OPEN! It’s time to recognize those who make a difference in our community. Submit your nominations today! Applications close Wednesday, July 1st at noon.

Click here to nominate!

Coast Young Professionals is designed to develop leaders along the Mississippi Gulf Coast by connecting its network of over 160 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 laura@mscoastchamber.com

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

Military One Coast, in proud partnership with Keesler Air Force Base, is thrilled to launch the Home Away from Home program.

This heartfelt initiative is designed to connect KAFB service members with local Host Families—community members who open their hearts and homes to help alleviate the stress and loneliness that can come with being far from loved ones, often for the very first time. Through shared hobbies, mutual interests, and meaningful connections, Host Families provide a warm, welcoming environment where our warriors can relax, recharge, and enjoy life beyond the base. 

Interested in becoming a Host Family or hosting as a civic organization? CLICK HERE!

Please email your completed application to Laura Benoit, Director, Gulfport Chamber; Liaison Military One Coast, laura@mscoastchamber.com

Please read all details carefully.

To be eligible to participate in the Biloxi Seafood Festival, you must:

Click the following links to complete the Biloxi Seafood Festival Vendor Application and/or Arts&Crafts/Non-Seafood Vendor Application.

Vendor applications close on Friday, July 31st at 4:00PM.

The festival is September 12th, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM at The Lawn at Harrah's Casino Biloxi. 

MAIL APPLICATIONS TO: BILOXI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, 11975 SEAWAY ROAD, B120 GULFPORT, MS. 39503

Any questions regarding vendors at the Biloxi Seafood Festival can be directed to shilah@mscoastchamber.com.

Applications will be reviewed and applicants will be contacted by August 3rd.