Community Partners

The City Economic Development team in St. Charles collaborates with a network of dedicated community partners to support developers and businesses. These partners offer valuable resources, guidance, and expertise to help new ventures open successfully and thrive within the city. Together, they provide a comprehensive support system to foster business growth and ensure long-term success in St. Charles.

Local Community Resources

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St. Charles Business Alliance: The St. Charles Business Alliance is a volunteer-driven, 501(c)(3) organization committed to enhancing the economic vitality of St. Charles. The Alliance plays a vital role in driving tourism and promoting the city, while also organizing large-scale events and revitalizing downtown St. Charles. By working closely with businesses across the entire community, the Alliance fosters a supportive environment for local enterprises and contributes to the overall growth and prosperity of the area. Website: www.stcalliance.org

 

 

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St. Charles Area Chamber of Commerce: The St. Charles Area Chamber of Commerce is a pivotal organization dedicated to supporting local businesses through a range of services and opportunities. It offers valuable networking events, hosts ribbon-cutting ceremonies to celebrate new and expanding businesses, and provides educational programs to enhance business skills and knowledge. Website: www.stcharleschamber.com


 

 



St. Charles Public Library: The library provides an extensive array of tools and resources designed to support businesses. The collection of online databases offers the latest information on current business trends, with up-to-date insights and data. A Business Reference Librarian is available to help navigate and utilize these valuable tools effectively. Website: www.scpld.org/learn-research/business-resources

 

 

 

Regional Community Resources

 

 
Small Business Development Center - Elgin Community College: The Illinois SBDC at Elgin Community College offers free counseling services to help small businesses succeed. Entrepreneurs and small business owners can obtain management, marketing, finance, and operations advice. They offer one-on-one advising and workshops to assist with business development to new and existing businesses.  Website: SBDC - Elgin Website 

 

 

 

 
Small Business Development Center - Waubonsee Community College: The SBDC at Waubonsee Community College helps small business owners recognize growth opportunities through planning, promotion and profitability. They entrepreneursassess the viability of their ideas and navigate the steps to getting their business up and running. Services are no-cost, and provided by experts who have years of experience running a small business. SBDC - Waubonsee Website

 




Valley Industrial Association: VIA membership based non-for-profit organization that is geared toward supporting industrial companies based in the Fox Valley Region (Kane, Kendall, DuPage and McHenry County). VIA offers best practices tools, education opportunities, and connections for growth.  Valley Industrial Association Website

 

 

SCORE - Fox Valley: VIA membership based non-for-profit organization that is geared toward supporting industrial companies based in the Fox Valley Region (Kane, Kendall, DuPage and McHenry County). VIA offers best practices tools, education opportunities, and connections for growth.  SBDC - Waubonsee Website

 

 

 

  

 

 

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