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Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce

GRCC connects, supports, and empowers businesses in Ravenswood.

Ravenswood is Greater Together

What makes us different? As a young chamber, GRCC has been able to grow and develop programs tailored specifically to this eclectic business community. Our flexible, collaborative, and inclusive approach allows us to address the complex needs of our members — from industrial manufacturers, retailers, service providers and restaurants, to start ups, artisans, non-profit organizations and everything in between.

We’ve got momentum behind us and a bright future ahead. We want you to be a part of it. We’re Greater Together.

Our Mission

We are guided by the belief that creativity, sustainable living, and diverse industry position Ravenswood as a destination neighborhood. We create programs and provide services that connect the dots between businesses, residents, non-profit organizations, local government and area schools.

GRCC Logo features the Deagan Clock Tower

Our Annual Impact

41,900+ Visitors

Visitors attended our Signature Events from Chicago and beyond

$6,185+ Donated

Raised for local nonprofits and community groups

15,000 Invested

Funding for façade improvements earmarked for local businesses

450+ Volunteers

Volunteers working to support our Greenspaces and local nonprofit organization

$8,400+ Retail Sales

Dollars spent at local businesses during our “shop small business” promotions like Unwrap Ravenswood

350+ Active Members

Total active GRCC Members (and counting!)

What We Do

The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce develops programs and projects to meet the unique needs of our commercial districts and corridors. These initiatives are shaped with input from local business owners and entrepreneurs, and are designed to help connect, support, and empower businesses within the Greater Ravenswood community.

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Del Sur team at ribbon cutting

Neighborhood Business Development Center

Manufacturing & Local Industry

Member Health Insurance

Midwest Action sponsoring Ravenswood on Tap

Networking & Business Events

Signature Events

Meet the GRCC Board + Staff

Executive Board

Board of Directors

GRCC Staff

GRCC Committees

Industrial & Manufacturing Business Committee

This group serves as an advisory committee to the City of Chicago and helps assess the critical needs, challenges, and trends of the Ravenswood Industrial Corridor.

Zoning & Development Committee

Members monitor zoning issues in the Ravenswood Industrial Corridor and community at large, attending community meetings, reviewing proposals, and preparing written statements for the Alderman’s office.

Malt Row Committee

Comprised of industry leaders and stake holders, members work to create opportunities for collaboration, address industry-specific challenges, create marketing initiatives, and share available resources to support the craft beverage industry in Ravenswood, Bowmanville, and North Center.

Special Events Committee

Supporting GRCC staff in the planning and implementation of community events and programming, members provide support for and volunteer at our Signature Events throughout the year.

Ravenswood Public Art Committee

Made up of local artists and arts professionals, this group provides guidance, support, and feedback related to public art projects coordinated by the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce and Ravenswood Community Council.

Press Highlights

Talk to us about media opportunities for your local business. Reach out to Christina Pecce, our Associate Director.

Team Photo: Christine, Amy, Grace and Gene

Connecting business and community.

Become a GRCC Member

The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) is committed to building a Ravenswood that connects business and community, one member at a time.

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