St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation

St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation The St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation is the official economic development organization of St. Bernard Parish.

Our mission is to create and retain jobs, build prosperity, and improve the quality of life in St.

🏠 St. Bernard homeowners, applications are now open for the Louisiana Fortify Homes Program.Through a lottery system, th...
06/01/2026

🏠 St. Bernard homeowners, applications are now open for the Louisiana Fortify Homes Program.

Through a lottery system, the program will award grants of up to $10,000 to eligible homeowners to help strengthen their roofs to the FORTIFIED Roof™ standard, which is designed to better withstand severe weather and hurricanes.

Before applying, homeowners should review the program requirements to determine whether they qualify. Eligibility requirements apply, and not all homes will be eligible for funding.

📅 Applications are open now through June 19 at 5:00 PM.

Please note: Grant recipients will be selected through a lottery. Submitting an application does not guarantee funding.

🔗 Learn more, review eligibility requirements, and apply: https://www.ldi.la.gov/fortifyhomes

Stronger homes help build a stronger, more resilient St. Bernard Parish.

📈 Grow St. Bernard is back!The St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation and the St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce are e...
05/29/2026

📈 Grow St. Bernard is back!

The St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation and the St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce are excited to kick off the return of Grow St. Bernard, a monthly workshop series designed to help entrepreneurs, small business owners, and self-employed professionals build stronger businesses through practical education, networking, and professional growth opportunities.

📅 Grow St. Bernard Workshop: Starting a Business
🗓 Thursday, June 25, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
📍 Nunez Community College

Join special guest speaker Rachel Nunez of Home Bank as she shares practical guidance on launching and growing a business, including business formation, licensing, banking, business structures, and building a network of trusted advisors to support long-term success.

🎟 Registration: $15
✅ Free for St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce Members

Register today and take the next step toward growing your business.
https://business.stbernardchamber.org/events/details/grow-st-bernard-workshop-session-1-starting-a-business-3465

Friday, May 29 is the final day to apply for the Executive Director position at the St. Bernard Economic Development Fou...
05/26/2026

Friday, May 29 is the final day to apply for the Executive Director position at the St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation.

SBEDF is seeking a dynamic leader to help drive economic growth, strengthen partnerships, and champion St. Bernard Parish both locally and beyond.

We’re looking for a strong communicator, relationship builder, and visionary leader ready to help shape the future of our community.

📅 Apply by May 29, 2026
📩 Submit your resume and cover letter (combined into one PDF) to [email protected]

Learn more: https://jobs.thenextmovegroup.com/job/executive-director/

⚓ Today, on National Maritime Day, we recognize the industry that continues to power St. Bernard Parish and Louisiana’s ...
05/22/2026

⚓ Today, on National Maritime Day, we recognize the industry that continues to power St. Bernard Parish and Louisiana’s economy.

Did you know? The St. Bernard Port supports approximately 18% of jobs in St. Bernard Parish and has handled more than 80 million tons of cargo over the past decade. From cargo operations and logistics to manufacturing and marine services, the maritime industry continues to play a major role in supporting local businesses and workforce opportunities close to home.

Supporting the maritime industry means supporting one of St. Bernard Parish’s strongest long-term economic advantages and an industry that has helped sustain our parish for generations.

Today, we thank the workers, businesses, port partners, and industry leaders who help keep Louisiana’s maritime economy moving every day. ⚓

👉 Read more about the maritime industry’s impact on St. Bernard Parish in our latest press release on our website at www.sbedf.org.

Startup St. Bernard is back for its 12th year, giving entrepreneurs the opportunity to pitch their business for a chance...
05/21/2026

Startup St. Bernard is back for its 12th year, giving entrepreneurs the opportunity to pitch their business for a chance to win a game-changing prize package.

If you’re ready to grow your business, we want to hear from you.

Applications close July 24, 2026.

Apply now at www.StartupStBernard.com 🚀

📊 Yesterday, the SBEDF Board of Directors came together to evaluate the current state of economic development in St. Ber...
05/19/2026

📊 Yesterday, the SBEDF Board of Directors came together to evaluate the current state of economic development in St. Bernard Parish and discuss strategic priorities that will help support long-term growth and opportunity.

Through the leadership of business owners, industry leaders, elected officials, parish representatives, and community stakeholders serving on the SBEDF Board, collaboration continues to drive meaningful economic progress across St. Bernard Parish. We also appreciated the opportunity to hear regional economic updates from our partners at GNO, Inc.

As stewards of SBEDF’s mission, our Board members play an important role in shaping strategies that support investment, infrastructure, workforce development, business growth, and long-term opportunity for residents and the community as a whole. We thank our Board members and partners for their continued leadership, collaboration, and commitment to the future of St. Bernard Parish. 🤝

👉 Follow along as we continue sharing how economic development efforts are helping build a stronger future for St. Bernard Parish.

💻 Your environment impacts how you work. The St. Claude Collective was created to give entrepreneurs, remote workers, fr...
05/15/2026

💻 Your environment impacts how you work.

The St. Claude Collective was created to give entrepreneurs, remote workers, freelancers, and small business owners in St. Bernard Parish access to a professional workspace designed for productivity and growth, and memberships are currently available at no cost.

Working outside the home can help improve focus, create structure in your day, and open the door to meaningful collaboration and networking opportunities. A dedicated workspace also provides the professional setting many businesses need to meet clients, stay organized, and operate more efficiently. 🤝

The St. Claude Collective is more than a coworking space. It is a resource built to support business growth and strengthen the local entrepreneurial community.

📍 Work local. Build local. Grow local.
Learn more about the St. Claude Collective: https://www.stclaudecollective.com/

Yesterday, SBEDF Communications and Programs Manager Chandler attended the St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce professional ...
05/13/2026

Yesterday, SBEDF Communications and Programs Manager Chandler attended the St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce professional development session featuring guest speaker Lisa Laird, focused on how AI can help market your business.

At SBEDF, we are committed to continuously learning, expanding our knowledge, and strengthening the resources we bring back to St. Bernard Parish businesses and entrepreneurs. 🤝

Chamber members receive free access to these professional development sessions, along with valuable opportunities to connect, learn, and grow within the local business community.

Visit the St. Bernard Chamber website to learn more about membership benefits at www.stbernardchamber.org 🌐

Business growth starts with access to the right tools, education, and opportunities. ✅The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Bus...
05/12/2026

Business growth starts with access to the right tools, education, and opportunities. ✅

The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program is offering local business owners a no-cost opportunity to strengthen leadership skills, scale operations, and access a nationwide network of entrepreneurs and advisors.

The 16-week accelerator program includes practical business education, growth strategy development, and access to capital opportunities through a curriculum led by nationally recognized institutions including Wharton, Babson, and Delgado Community College.

📅 Deadline to apply for the September 2026 cohort: May 22, 2026
📍 In-person sessions hosted at Delgado Community College

Program graduates report measurable results in revenue growth, job creation, and business expansion. If you’re ready to grow your business with a proven framework and strong regional support network, now is the time to apply.

Apply today ➡️ www.10ksbApply.com

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100 Port Boulevard Ste 210
Chalmette, LA
70043

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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(504) 277-4009

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