Providing in a hope-filled environment to the underserved in the greater Ithaca area, last year, Tompkins Connect and GIAC collected and distributed toys to over 80 children, 100% of which were donated. Come join us in providing joy for one child this holiday season?
Please consider providing gifts for kids 5 - 11 years old. A few suggestions:
• New toys for both girls and boys (Barbies, LOL Dolls, Slime, Beyblades, Arts-n-Crafts Kits, Legos
• New stuffed animals
• New board games for the family
• New hats, gloves and coats
• New books, puzzles, arts & crafts
• New stocking stuffers, stockings, etc. (if filled, clearly mark boy/girl or neutral and include age)
• Gift cards in the amount of $25 (please include an itemized list at the time of drop off for record keeping)
How do I make the donation?
- All UNWRAPPED donations can be dropped off at the GIAC office of 310 W Court Street Ithaca, NY 14850 or at the Downtown Ithaca Marriott (120 S Aurora St Ithaca NY 14850). Please include your name and either email or mailing address so that we can send you a Thank You! Normal business hours for drop off are Monday-Friday, 9am until 5:30pm
- Or you can donate via GIAC's Giving Tree link:https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/97701169711649606/false#/invitation
Additionally, during our virtual Business After Hours, Tompkins Connect is hosting their Annual Ugly Sweater Competition and we will be hosting breakout rooms to allow everyone a focus on community for the networking/sharing portion. Please check back before the event for questions to consider in advance!
Be sure to stick around for our Ugly Sweater Competition winner and Business After Hours virtual raffles.
Featured Annual Events
Economic Summit
The Tompkins Chamber presents key local issues impacting local businesses and developers, policy issues impacting the business community, and local insights from participants in a national economic outlook survey. Partnering with Ithaca Area Economic Development (IAED), the event includes important updates about our economy, workforce, upcoming projects, and strategies to move forward and achieve a sustainable economic recovery.
Annual Dinner & Awards
One of the premier business community events of the year, the Annual Meeting highlights the Chamber community and previews the goals and initiatives for the coming year. Come and celebrate the success of our business community and economic development with hundreds of local leaders and elected officials! Join us as we raise a glass to the companies, not-for-profits, and volunteers who partner with us to help our community thrive.
Golf Tournament
This day on the green combines top-notch golf with valuable networking and advertising opportunities. Held at one of the County’s finest and professionally-rated golf courses. Staggered start golf tournament with several prizes, including skins. Lunch and beverages provided.
Great Big Chamber Auction
See and be seen by the region’s top business executives and small business owners. The Great Big Chamber Thank You & Auction holds tremendous value to our sponsors, donors, and attendees as it is one of our most highly publicized and attended events. The Great Big Chamber Auction portion helps underwrite the events and programs that support our Chamber members. Traditional silent and live auction, networking, and nonprofit recognition awards.