Member event
Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce (Brookings Regional Growth Alliance)
Brookings, SD · 541 members
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This month9 member stories
Member news
Members in the news
News about Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce (Brookings Regional Growth Alliance)'s members from local outlets, checked against the article. Every story links to the source.
Partnership
South Dakota State University · Brookings
SDSU Extension and Buche Foods partner for affordable produce ↗Member event
Brookings Activity Center · Brookings
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Funding & programs
Opportunities
23 open for members · 6 for the chamber
TrainingSD · statewide
Workforce Development Program (training grants)
Reimburses up to 50% of eligible technical training costs for new employees (added through company growth) and existing employees, for South Dakota companies paying at least $19.50 an hour before training and offering employer-paid health insurance. Trained current employees must receive a wage increase; apply at least three weeks before training starts.
- Amount
- The program can fund up to 50% of eligible training expenses to companies that meet certain wage and benefit criteria.
- When
- Open now
Match required
Who can apply
Through the GOED’s Workforce Development Program, companies can access money to help train new and existing employees that require additional skills as the result of company growth. The program can fund up to 50% of eligible training expenses to companies that meet certain wage and benefit criteria.
TrainingNational
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses – business education program
Business education program for established small business owners, run in local in-person cohorts and a national online cohort. Applicants should be an owner or co-owner of a business operating at least two years, with revenue of $75,000 or more in one of the past two fiscal years and at least two employees including the owner. Applications are due about three months before a cohort starts: apply by October 2026 for the February–May 2027 national cohort.
- When
- Open now
Who can apply
Does your business have revenue of $75K or more in one of the past two fiscal years?
GrantNational
R4R Mitigation Grant – $5,000 for pre-disaster projects (Fall 2026)
New for fall 2026: small businesses that take a 15–30 minute disaster resilience course on Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready platform between September 29 and November 15 become eligible to apply for a $5,000 grant for a pre-disaster mitigation project at their business.
- Amount
- a $5,000 Mitigation Grant supporting pre-disaster mitigation projects at your business
- When
- Apply by Nov 15
Who can apply
Between September 29 and November 15, take a 15-30 minute small business disaster resilience course on Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready platform to become eligible to apply for a $5,000 Mitigation Grant supporting pre-disaster mitigation projects at your business.
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Walmart Spark Good Local Grants
Walmart stores, Sam's Clubs and distribution centers give local grants of $250 to $5,000 to 501(c)(3) charities, schools, government entities and faith-based community projects in their service area. The current cycle runs August 1 to November 30; chambers (501(c)(6)) are not eligible.
- Amount
- Grant amounts range from $250 to $5,000.
- When
- Apply by Nov 30
Who can apply
Eligible entities must be a: 501(c)(3) public charity: [...] Government entity (non-501(c)(3)): [...] School: [...] Church or other faith-based organization with a proposed project that benefits the community at large [...] Note: Non-charities, including but not limited to organizations such as 501(c)(4)s, (c)(6)s, and (c)(19)s like homeowner’s associations, civic leagues, or volunteer fire companies, are not eligible.
AcceleratorNational
Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program
The Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program is a year-long fellowship for women-owned businesses with at least $75,000 in annual revenue, including a $2,000 education grant. Applications for the 2027 cohort are open September 22 to November 17, 2026, and applying is free.
- Amount
- $2,000 education grant (FAQ)
- When
- Apply by Nov 17
Majority (51% or more) owned and controlled by womenA woman entrepreneur who owns the largest or equally largest stake in a qualifying business
Who can apply
For profit, from any industry; Majority (51% or more) owned and controlled by women; Generating minimum of $75,000 annually. There is no maximum revenue requirement.; Formed under United States law and operating in the United States
GrantNational
HerRise MicroGrant
HerSuiteSpot's HerRise MicroGrant funds women-owned US businesses with under $1 million in revenue; each month's applications close on the last day of the month. There is a $15 application fee.
- When
- Open now
Contest$15 feeWomen-owned business
Who can apply
Women-owned business; Businesses currently registered in the US; Less than $1 million in gross revenue; Non-profits, franchise, direct seller, authorized reseller or independent consultant not eligible
GrantNational
Amber Grants
WomensNet awards three $10,000 Amber Grants to women-owned businesses every month, and three $50,000 grants at year end. Each month's entry period ends on the last day of the month; there is a $15 application fee with a fee waiver on request.
- Amount
- Each month, three (3) $10,000 Amber Grants will be awarded. [...] three (3) of the monthly winners will receive an additional $50,000 Year-End Grant.
- When
- Open now
Contest$15 feewomen (18 years or older) who own at least 50% of a business
Who can apply
Open to women (18 years or older) who own at least 50% of a business based in the United States or Canada. Eligible businesses include pre-revenue ventures, idea-stage startups, and revenue-generating nonprofit organizations. Nonprofits whose primary activity is charitable giving are not eligible.Quoted from ambergrantsforwomen.com →
GrantNational
Galaxy Grants
Hidden Star's Galaxy Grant awards $2,500 and is free to apply. The current deadline is October 31, 2026, with winners announced the following week.
- Amount
- $2,500 Galaxy Grant – FREE to Apply!
- When
- Apply by Oct 31
Contestsupporting women & minority business owners
Who can apply
Each of these contests will be separate and are open only to persons over 18 years of age and who has set up any free or paid Galaxy of Stars membership account prior to or concurrent with entering or participating in the contest.Quoted from galaxyofstars.org →
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Verizon Small Business Digital Ready $10,000 national grant
Verizon and LISC select 10 small businesses each month from June through December 2026 for $10,000 grants. Owners unlock the one-time application by completing two free Digital Ready courses or events in 2026.
- Amount
- 10 small businesses will be selected for grants each month [...] $10,000 grants
- When
- Open now
Random drawingContest
Who can apply
Owners of for-profit small businesses based in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands who are 18 or older may apply. Owners of multiple businesses may apply for one business only.
GrantNational
Freed Fellowship Grant
Freed Fellowship picks one US small business owner each month for a $500 grant, and Fellows are considered for a $2,500 year-end grant. Applications are rolling and cost $19.
- Amount
- Each month we select one Freed Fellow as the recipient of a $500 no-strings-attached grant. Fellows are then considered for our $2,500 year-end grant.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Contest$19 fee
Who can apply
Any micro or small business owner in the US is eligible. We especially encourage women, minorities and others considered underrepresented or overlooked to apply.
GrantNational
NASE Growth Grants
NASE gives members grants of up to $4,000 for specific business needs such as marketing, hiring or equipment. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed quarterly; NASE membership is required.
- Amount
- Apply for a business development grant from the NASE worth up to $4,000!
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Membership required
Who can apply
To be eligible, the applicant must be a member in good standing at the time of application and must maintain such good standing continuously through the date on which the award is conferred.
AcceleratorNational
Cultivate Small Business
Santander's free Cultivate Small Business program gives early-stage food businesses a 12-week curriculum, mentorship and capital grants. Applications for the spring cohort are accepted November through January.
- Amount
- capital grants
- When
- Opens in November
Who can apply
In operation for at least one year; Are working full time in the business and have fewer than 10 total full-time equivalent employees; Revenues between $25,000 and $1,000,000 in the last calendar year; Located in the United States
LoanSD · statewide
GROW South Dakota Business Loans
GROW South Dakota, a statewide nonprofit CDFI, finances new and existing businesses across South Dakota - typically $500 to $400,000 - for real estate, equipment, inventory and working capital.
- Amount
- Loan amounts typically range from $500 to $400,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
We provide financing for both new and existing businesses across South Dakota.
LoanSD · statewide
Ascendus Business Term Loan
Ascendus, a nonprofit CDFI lender, offers small business term loans of up to $100,000 to owners who need money to grow their business, available to businesses nationwide except in Vermont.
- Amount
- For small business owners who need money to grow their business, Ascendus offers loans up to $100,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
For small business owners who need money to grow their business, Ascendus offers loans up to $100,000. Qualified businesses will be located nationwide, except in Vermont.
LoanSD · statewide
MMCDC Small Loan Fund (business loans)
MMCDC makes business loans with fixed rates and flexible terms to for-profit and nonprofit enterprises in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming, including a small loan fund of $250,000 or less for equipment, inventory, working capital and real estate.
- Amount
- One of our programs, our small loan fund, provides loans of $250,000 or less for equipment, inventory, working capital and real estate.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Our business loans support successful operation of businesses in rural and urban areas of Minnesota as well as North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming. We serve both for-profit and nonprofit enterprises.
0% loanSD · statewide
Kiva U.S. 0% interest loans
Kiva U.S. offers crowdfunded 0% interest loans of $1,000 to $15,000 for U.S. small business owners, with no fees, no collateral and no minimum credit score. Borrowers first invite friends, family and others to lend during a private fundraising period, then crowdfund publicly on Kiva; businesses in Nevada and North Dakota are not accepted.
- Amount
- you can qualify for a no-interest, no-fee, and no-collateral loan between $1,000-$15,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Your business must be registered within the United States, and you must physically reside in the United States, in order to be eligible for a Kiva U.S. loan.Quoted from kiva.org →
Technical assistanceSD · statewide
South Dakota SBDC — no-cost business advising
The South Dakota SBDC offers one-on-one, confidential, no-cost business consulting, including business plans, financial analysis and industry benchmarking.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
SBDC services are provided in a nondiscriminatory way to all legal residents and citizens in the US.
Forgivable loanSD · statewide
Proof of Concept Program
Up to $25,000 for research that shows the technical and economic feasibility of a new product or innovation before it is commercialized in South Dakota, for entrepreneurs, existing South Dakota companies and others. A 10% cash or in-kind match is required, and the investment may be forgiven or converted to repayment terms after the study.
- Amount
- The Proof of Concept program provides up to $25,000 to conduct research that demonstrates the technical and economic feasibility of an innovation before it is commercialized.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Eligible applicants for Proof of Concept investments include: entrepreneurs, universities, existing South Dakota companies, and other entities committed to commercializing the results in South Dakota.
Disaster helpNational
Small Business Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) – $5,000 disaster recovery grant
Small businesses with 500 or fewer employees register in advance by completing a free five-minute preparedness checklist; if their county later comes under a state emergency or disaster declaration and they have at least $5,000 in uncovered losses, they can apply for a $5,000 recovery grant. Nonprofits are not funded.
- Amount
- Selected businesses receive $5,000 and must document at least $5,000 in disaster-related losses.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
500 employees or fewer Complete the free checklist (5 minutes) Located in the U.S. or territories (includes Puerto Rico, Guam, Virgin Islands, etc.)
Technical assistanceNational
APEX Accelerators — no-cost government contracting help
APEX Accelerators (the program formerly known as the Procurement Technical Assistance Program), supported by the Department of War's Office of Small Business Programs, offer no-cost guidance and one-on-one help for businesses entering or growing in federal, state and local government contracting, through more than 300 offices nationwide. Use the service-area locator to find your local office.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The APEX Accelerators program provides the education and training to ensure that all businesses become capable of participating in federal, state, and local government contracts.Quoted from apexaccelerators.us →
Technical assistanceNational
SCORE — free business mentoring
SCORE offers free, confidential mentoring, for the life of your business, to any aspiring or established owner of a U.S.-based business, in all industries and stages; nonprofits are also served. Enter your ZIP code on the page to be matched with a mentor.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
SCORE mentoring is a free service offered to any aspiring or established owners of a U.S.-based business.
LoanSD · statewide
South Dakota Works (gap financing loan)
A 3% fixed-rate state gap loan covering about 20% of a project's costs, made alongside a participating lender, for working capital, inventory, start-up costs, equipment, real estate and interim construction. Requires a 1:1 lender match, 10% equity and a 1% origination fee.
- Amount
- The Works program is a true gap financing tool that target 20% of eligible costs on a project’s need for financing.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
FeeApply via a partnerMatch required
Who can apply
South Dakota Works is a flexible loan program that offers business and commercial loans to companies in need of working capital, fixed assets, and interim construction financing.
LoanSD · statewide
REDI Fund (Revolving Economic Development and Initiative)
South Dakota's main low-interest state loan (current base rate 3%) for start-ups, businesses expanding or relocating in the state, and local economic development corporations, for land, site work, buildings, and machinery and equipment. Requires at least 10% equity and a shared first lien; applications go to the state Board of Economic Development.
- Amount
- This low-interest loan can be structured in relation to a project’s total cost and requires a 10% minimum equity contribution, and a shared 1st lien position on financed assets.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Fee
Who can apply
It is available to start-up firms, businesses that are expanding or relocating in South Dakota, as well as local economic development corporations.
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LiftFund Small Business Loans
LiftFund, a nonprofit CDFI, makes small business loans for working capital, equipment, inventory, leasehold improvements, vehicles and commercial real estate to startups and existing businesses, including owners with limited credit, collateral or experience.
- Amount
- financing options can range from $500 to $1 Million
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Fee
Who can apply
Whether you have limited credit, collateral or experience, we’ll work with you to find funding that allows you to build your credit and improve your finances. LiftFund offers small business loans to entrepreneurs nationwide.
For Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce (Brookings Regional Growth Alliance)
Grants and programs the chamber itself can apply for.
GrantSD · statewide
Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center (SBTTAC) — Region 3 operator
USDOT will award one cooperative agreement of $231,893.33 to a nonprofit organization that will establish and operate the Region 3 Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center, which helps small businesses in Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and South Dakota compete for transportation contracts. Chambers of commerce, trade associations, community-based organizations and colleges with transportation-contracting expertise and an office in the region can apply on Grants.gov by 11:59 PM EST on October 31, 2026. A 15% cost share is required.
- Amount
- The total funding to be awarded across the six regions is $2.3 million. Region 3 will be awarded $231,893.33.
- When
- Apply by Oct 31
Match required
Who can apply
To be eligible for this Cooperative Agreement, an applicant must be an established nonprofit, community-based organization, transportation-related trade association, chamber of commerce, college or university, community college, faith-based institution; Historically Black College or Universities (HBCUs), or any other transportation-related nonprofit organization that has the documented experience and capacity necessary to operate and administer a coordinated delivery system that prepares small businesses to compete for transportation-related contracts.Quoted from apply07.grants.gov →
GrantSD · statewide
EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance — Denver Regional Office (FY 2021–2023 NOFO)
EDA grants for economic development planning and local technical assistance (such as feasibility studies, impact analyses, disaster resiliency plans and project planning) in economically distressed areas, handled by EDA's Denver Regional Office. Award ceiling $300,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a continuing basis through EDA's EDGE portal.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $300,000; Award Floor $0
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Pursuant to section 3 of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. § 3122) (PWEDA) and EDA’s regulation at 13 C.F.R. § 300.3, the following types of entities are eligible to receive funding assistance from EDA: 1. District Organizations (as defined in 13 C.F.R. § 300.3); 2. Indian Tribes or a consortium of Indian Tribes; 3. States, cities, or other political subdivisions of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; 4. Institutions of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or 5. Public or private non-profit organizations or associations acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State.
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EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance (FY 2025 PWEAA NOFO)
EDA grants for public works infrastructure and economic adjustment projects that support economic development in distressed communities and regions. Awards from $100,000 up to $30,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on an ongoing basis through EDA's EDGE portal.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $30,000,000; Award Floor $100,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Pursuant to Section 3(4) of PWEDA (42 U.S.C. § 3122(4)(a)) and 13 C.F.R. § 300.3 (Eligible Recipient), eligible applicants for EDA financial assistance under the Public Works and EAA programs include a(n): (i) District Organization of an EDA-designated Economic Development District; (ii) Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; (iii) State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; (iv) institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or (v) public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. Individuals and for-profit entities are not eligible for funding under this NOFO.
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EDA Disaster Supplemental (FY 2023 NOFO)
EDA grants for long-term economic recovery projects in areas with a Presidential major disaster declaration for natural disasters in calendar years 2021 and 2022. Award ceiling $30,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the NOFO is replaced or canceled.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $30,000,000; Award Floor $0; Estimated Total Program Funding $483,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
District Organization; Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; Institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or Public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. The project of an eligible applicant must be able to meet area eligibility requirements to be considered for funding under this Disaster Supplemental NOFO. Such eligibility is predicated upon the project being located in or primarily serving one or more communities impacted by Hurricanes Ian and Fiona, and of wildfires, flooding, and other natural disasters occurring in calendar years 2021 and 2022. More specifically, consistent with 13 C.F.R. parts 301 and 307, EDA will determine area eligibility pursuant to the applicable Federal disaster declaration under the Stafford Act, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) designation of areas as eligible for public assistance or individual assistance due to the declared disasters listed on FEMA’s website (www.fema.gov/disaster/). For construction projects (including design and engineering), the project must be located within an eligible county. For non-construction projects, the project’s scope of work must primarily benefit eligible counties, and stakeholders representing those eligible counties must be directly engaged in the project.
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EDA Disaster Supplemental (FY 2025 NOFO)
EDA grants for long-term economic recovery projects in areas with a Presidential major disaster declaration for natural disasters in calendar years 2023 and 2024. Award ceiling $50,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the NOFO is replaced or canceled.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $50,000,000; Award Floor $0; Estimated Total Program Funding $1,447,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Eligible applicants under the FY25 Disaster program include a(n): District organization of an EDA-designated Economic Development District (EDD); Indian tribe or a consortium of Indian tribes; State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a state, including a special purpose unit of a state or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions, institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; public or private nonprofit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a state; an economic development organization; or a public-private partnership for public infrastructure. EDA is not authorized to provide grants or cooperative agreements to individuals or for-profit entities under this NOFO. Applications from individuals or for-profit entities will not be considered for funding.
GrantSD · statewide
Tourism Advertising Promotion (TAP) Grant
Non-matching grants of $1,000 to $10,000 for marketing tourism-related events in South Dakota (festivals, rodeos, powwows, concerts), open to tourism businesses, events, communities, chambers of commerce, visitor bureaus, tribes and DMOs. The FY27 window was March 2-31, 2026; the next round is expected around March 2027.
- Amount
- minimum of $1,000 to a maximum of $10,000
- When
- Expected to open in March 2027
Who can apply
The program is open to tourism-related businesses, events, communities, chambers of commerce, convention & visitors bureaus, tribes, and destination marketing organizations (DMOs).
LoanSD · statewide
REDI Fund (Revolving Economic Development and Initiative)
South Dakota's main low-interest state loan (current base rate 3%) for start-ups, businesses expanding or relocating in the state, and local economic development corporations, for land, site work, buildings, and machinery and equipment. Requires at least 10% equity and a shared first lien; applications go to the state Board of Economic Development.
- Amount
- This low-interest loan can be structured in relation to a project’s total cost and requires a 10% minimum equity contribution, and a shared 1st lien position on financed assets.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Fee
Who can apply
It is available to start-up firms, businesses that are expanding or relocating in South Dakota, as well as local economic development corporations.
Retired programs (3) — still listed on many chamber sites; don’t send members here
- Fast Break for Small BusinessEnded
Fast Break for Small Business, run by LegalZoom and Accion Opportunity Fund, ended after its final round in 2024. It is no longer accepting applications.
Official page: Fast Break for Small Business - FedEx Small Business Grant ContestEnded
FedEx retired its Small Business Grants Program, which ran from 2012 through 2024. Lists that still show it are out of date.
Official page: FedEx Small Business Grant Contest - T-Mobile Hometown GrantsEnded
T-Mobile's Hometown Grants, up to $50,000 for projects in towns under 50,000 people, ended with its final 26 recipients announced June 25, 2026. It is no longer accepting applications.
Official page: T-Mobile Hometown Grants
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SDSU Extension and Buche Foods partner for affordable produce
SDSU Extension and Buche Foods partner for affordable produce
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Membership at a glance
541 businesses in the directory we track.
Top categories
- Restaurants25
- Agricultural services22
- Construction services20
- Non-profit organizations19
- Manufacturers16
- Associations & organizations14
- Hospital14
- Assisted living13
Top towns
- Brookings406
- Volga23
- Sioux Falls19
- Watertown10
- Madison3
- Huron2
- Arlington2
- Elkton2
From the chamber’s public member directory, last checked Oct 15, 2026.
About Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce (Brookings Regional Growth Alliance)
Promote. Advocate. Connect. Enrich.
The Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce, founded in 1938, describes itself as the community's oldest, largest and most effective business advocate, uniting all sectors of business and community activity at the heart of Brookings County, South Dakota. As of January 1 the Chamber, the Brookings Economic Development Corporation, Downtown Brookings and Visit Brookings have consolidated and now operate together as one organization, currently presenting itself as the Brookings Regional Growth Alliance while a single unified name and brand is developed. Its vision is "a vibrant and collaborative business landscape," delivered through seven member committees, a weekly e-newsletter and a year-round calendar of community and business events. Mission: The Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce actively works to promote, advocate, connect, and enrich the Brookings area business community.Read more
- Founded
- 1938
- Service area
Where they work
The Chamber describes itself as uniting all sectors of business and community activity "at the heart of Brookings County" and serves the Brookings area, including Volga, a community seven miles west of Brookings with its own Chamber-run Volga Business Network.- County
- Brookings
- Signature events
- Frost Fest and Chocolate Crawl & Ice Carving ↗February 13–15 (Chocolate Crawl February 14)
- Annual Celebration ↗April 2
- Brookings Economic Summit ↗May 5
- Par-Tee Golf Tournament ↗June 12
- Brookings Bonanza ↗June 27
- Downtown at Sundown ↗July 30 through August 27 (five weeks)
- New Resident BBQ ↗August 4
- Volga Golf Tournament ↗August 7
- Fall Classic Festival & Football Watch Party ↗October
- Trick or Treat on Main and Candy Krawl on Kasan (Volga) ↗October 27 and October 30
- Agriculture Appreciation Banquet (26th annual) ↗December
- Festival of Lights ↗December 4
- Brookings Farmers Market ↗Summer season May through October, Saturdays 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.; winter market November through spring
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