Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce

10/21/2026

Please join us in welcoming the Shaw Spouses' Club to the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce! 💙

The Shaw Spouses' Club supports military families through scholarships, charitable giving, holiday outreach, and social activities—helping Shaw AFB families build friendships and find a sense of belonging while giving back throughout Sumter.

✨ Programs & Initiatives:
🍪 Annual Cookie Drive – Delivering holiday treats to military members spending the season away from family
🎁 Holiday Gift Wrapping – Providing complimentary gift wrapping at the Base Exchange
🎓 Scholarships & Grants – Supporting military spouses and dependents pursuing higher education
⛳ Fundraising Events – Hosting charity auctions, golf tournaments, and more
💙 Community Philanthropy – Giving back through donations, volunteering, and local partnerships
🤝 Member Activities – Helping military spouses connect and feel at home

💬 Why They Joined:
Joining the Chamber gives the Club opportunities to build lasting partnerships beyond the base gates, connect military spouses with local businesses and community leaders, expand employment and entrepreneurship opportunities, and strengthen charitable efforts benefiting Shaw AFB families and greater Sumter.

📍 Shaw AFB, SC 29152
📞 (702) 635-1126
🌐 https://www.shawspousesclub.com/

Sumter’s relationship with Shaw Air Force Base makes our community special. We’re excited to help the Shaw Spouses' Club build even stronger connections between military families, local businesses, and the community we’re proud to call home! 🤝💙

10/21/2026

Congratulations to David Lloyd Realty of Sumter on their Ribbon Cutting! We’re excited to welcome their team to the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce and celebrate their investment in our community. 🎉

From buying and selling to property management, stop by to learn how they can help with your next move!
📍 698 Bultman Drive, Unit O

10/21/2026

🎅🫵 SANTA WANTS YOU… to be a vendor! Ready to get on Santa’s list? 🎅 Apply at SantaShopsSumter.com!

From the Chamber that brought you Porches of Sumter comes a little holiday magic: Christmas On Calhoun | A Santa Shops Sumter Event! 🎄✨ We’re still riding the high of an incredible sold-out Porches, and we’re ready to trade pumpkins for candy canes!

Calling all makers, boutiques, local businesses, and food & beverage vendors—help us fill 32 E. Calhoun St with holiday shopping, festive treats, and plenty of reasons to shop local! 🛍️🎁

📅 December 4 | 4:30–7:30 PM
🎄 A Santa Shops Sumter event
✨ FREE to attend!
Sponsorships Available!

Chamber members get exclusive vendor priority through October 31st!

10/20/2026

Recaps coming soon! We are so excited for our member!

David Lloyd Realty of Sumter is officially open for business! 🏡🎉

A heartfelt thank-you to the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce for helping make our grand opening a success. We’re excited to build lasting relationships and serve the Sumter community!

With Tiffany Neal leading the way as our Market Broker, we look forward to supporting our agents, serving our clients, and making a meaningful impact through her leadership.

We’re now scheduling interviews with agents who want to play a KEY role in our growth. If you’re looking for a supportive team where your contributions matter, we’d love to connect.

Click the link below to schedule a private conversation to learn more about David Lloyd Realty of Sumter!

https://forms.monday.com/forms/b9f1f66fe4671f058cb94fc96a6d2d2d?r=use1

10/19/2026

Networking that'll make the Deans List! Thank you to the University of South Carolina Sumter for hosting our latest Business After Hours, led by Dr. Eric Reisenauer, Campus Dean and new Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce board member! 🎉🐜🔥

Refreshments, giveaways, and great conversations made for a wonderful evening of connecting with our business community!

Keep those business cards handy...two of our most well-attended networking events are coming up:

💎 November 12 | Business After Hours at Galloway & Moseley
🎄 December 3 | Holiday Social hosted by FTC at the O’Donnell House

Hosted by our members, these complimentary, member-exclusive events help put a face to your business name while building relationships with fellow business owners and community leaders. 💼

Ready to get connected and attend events like this for free? Visit sumterchamber.com to learn more about becoming a member of the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce!

10/19/2026

🍎🐅 GREAT CHARACTER DESERVES A GOLDEN APPLE! 🐅🍎

We kicked off the 2026–2027 Golden Apple Awards at Ebenezer Middle School, celebrating students who make their school a better place through kindness, respect, leadership, and outstanding character! 👏🌟

These EMS Tigers remind us that everyday actions can make a lasting difference, from lending a helping hand to setting a positive example for their peers. We’re proud to recognize them and share a few special moments from the ceremony! 📸💛

A special THANK YOU to SAFE Federal Credit Union, our presenting sponsor, for their continued partnership with the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce and their commitment to celebrating the next generation of community leaders!

Drop a 🍎 or 🐅 in the comments to congratulate our Ebenezer Middle School Golden Apple Award recipients! 👏🎉

10/16/2026

🍎🐅 GOLDEN APPLE AWARDS ARE BACK! 🐅🍎

We’re LIVE at Ebenezer Middle School, home of the Tigers, as we officially kick off the 2026–2027 Golden Apple Awards! 🎉👏

Presented by SAFE Federal Credit Union, in partnership with the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce, the Golden Apple Awards recognize students who demonstrate outstanding character, kindness, respect, and leadership, making a positive difference in their schools and among their peers.

We’re excited to begin another year of celebrating students who remind us that great character deserves recognition! 🌟

A special THANK YOU to SAFE Federal Credit Union for their continued support of this meaningful program and their commitment to recognizing the next generation of leaders in our community!

🐅 Let’s hear it for our EMS Tigers! 👏🍎

10/14/2026

🎃🏡 THAT’S A WRAP ON PORCHES OF SUMTER 2026! 🧡🍂 What a night! From porch-side bites and local shopping to live music under the stars, THANK YOU to everyone who made this unforgettable evening possible! 👏

🏡 HOMEOWNERS: Thank you for opening your beautiful porches! You are the heart of this event!

🍽️ HOSPITALITY HOSTS: Thank you for the food, fun & Southern hospitality!

The Sprouting Root | Yomtob Collision and Customs | Pound of Love Bakery | JAN-PRO| Sumter Surge | Apparel Express | Outback Steakhouse | Cornerstone Caregiving | Kona Ice of Sumter/West Columbia | Visiting Angels Sumter, SC | Elephant Ear Artisan Gift Market | Honey Hive Rozeta Eargle | The O'Donnell House & Catery | Church | Sumter Museum | Mi Promesa Authentic Mexican Food | Jeffrey Lampkin's Country Boy Kitchen | A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections Sumter with Devin McDonald | Home Inspection

🤝 OUR AMAZING SPONSORS: Thank you for investing in our community!

⭐ Presenting: FTC & Tandem Health
🥂 VIP: Business Technology Partners, LLC
🎥 Cinema: The Citizens Bank
🛍️ Market: Black River Electric Cooperative - Sumter, SC
🎶 Entertainment: Ashley & USC Sumter
🍻 Beverage: Coldwell Banker & Yahnis
🎃 Gourdo: Roper Staffing
✨ Lighting: Firefly Lighting

🧡 EVENT SPONSORS: Gateway | New York Life | The Item | Behavioral Health Services | Simpsons Hardware & Sports (mums!) | Lowe's (spooky decor!) | Duke Energy

🎃 SCARECROW STROLL SPONSORS: Thank you for bringing extra fall fun to our historic district!

🙌 STAFF, COMMITTEE & VOLUNTEERS: You are the behind-the-scenes MAGIC! Thank you for the countless hours, hard work, and willingness to tackle anything thrown your way!

🎸 CHAPPELL COURT BAND: Thank you for the perfect ending to a beautiful evening!

🧡 OUR GUESTS: Thank you for showing up, supporting local, and making Porches 2026 one for the books!

Neighbors welcoming neighbors. Businesses supporting businesses. A community celebrating the place we call home. 🏡🧡