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First Responders Luncheon

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Join us for our annual First Responders Luncheon!

Our First Responders dedicate themselves to protecting and serving our community every day. This fall, the Chamber is proud to recognize these local heroes at our First Responders Luncheon, and we’re inviting our members to help make this special event possible.

There are three meaningful ways you can get involved:

Become a Sponsor Help us honor those who serve our community through an event sponsorship. Sponsorship opportunities are available at $250 and $750, offering your business visibility while demonstrating your support for our local police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, dispatchers, and other first responders. Sponsorship can be reserved on our events page or by simply contacting the chamber!

Write a Letter of Appreciation A heartfelt note can make a lasting impact. We’re collecting thank-you notes (notecard sized and handwritten) from Chamber members to include in each first responder’s luncheon gift box. Whether it’s a few sentences or a full page, your words of encouragement and gratitude will help remind our first responders how much they’re appreciated. Our goal is to have more than one personal note per lunch so feel free to contribute up to the full 550 list! Note: We will need these notes no later than September 8th at the Chamber Office for pre-packaging.

Volunteer to Assemble Gift Boxes We’re looking for a limited number of volunteers to help assemble the appreciation packets and boxed lunches before the event. It’s a great opportunity to serve alongside fellow Chamber members and play a hands-on role in recognizing our community’s heroes. We ask that each volunteer group limit their numbers to less 5 per organization to give as many organizations the opportunity to participate as possible.  Volunteer shifts are from 8:30am-10:30am on September 11th at Ouachita Parish Schools Office. Sign up online at our events page or call the Chamber for details!

 To learn more about the event, visit our website linked under the website description.
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MENTOR’S NEEDED

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Make a Difference in the Next Generation

The Chamber is recruiting community and business leaders to serve as mentors in the 2026–2027 Chamber Mentorship Program, an eight-month program beginning September 14, 2026, and concluding April 6, 2027. Mentors will connect with high school students to help them discover their strengths and interests, explore career and education opportunities, build confidence, and create a practical plan for their future. No teaching experience is required—the Chamber provides the curriculum, activities, and discussion guides. Mentors simply bring their experience, encouragement, and willingness to listen.

If you’re ready to invest your experience in the next generation and help a student move from potential to purpose, complete the Mentor Interest Registration Form today. Register today by clicking the link under the website description.

Important Dates and Times:

Mentor Orientation -Tuesday, September 1st at 1:00 PM or by Zoom on Thursday, September 3 at 6:00 PM.

The Program Kickoff – Monday, September 14th from 4:00–5:00 PM.

All in-person student sessions will be held at The Commons Building at the Ouachita Parish School Board offices in West Monroe.

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Scramble for Commerce Golf Tournament

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Register your team today!

Join Chamber members, business leaders, and community partners for the Annual Chamber Golf Tournament on Monday, October 5th at The Hills Golf Club at Calvert.

One of the Chamber’s premier fundraising events, the tournament combines networking, friendly competition, and community impact in a fun day on the course. Proceeds directly support the Chamber’s workforce development and mentoring initiatives, helping local students explore career pathways, develop professional skills, and prepare for future success.

Team registrations and sponsorships are available now. Space is limited, and participation is expected to fill quickly. Secure your team, support a meaningful cause, and join us for a great day of golf, networking, and community impact. To register your team, click the registration link provided under the website description. For sponsorship information contact the Chamber at info@westmonroechamber.org.

Your registration includes:

  • 4-person scramble play
  • Morning (8:00 a.m.) OR afternoon (1:00 p.m.) shotgun start
  • Ditty bags for each player
  • Putting contests
  • Food on the course
  • Networking with business and community leaders
  • Fun contests, prizes, and more throughout the day

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