WELCOME
"TWO COMMUNITIES, ONE CHAMBER"
It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the Birch Run Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce website. This is an excellent opportunity to get acquainted with both the Chamber and the communities we proudly represent.
Our membership is comprised of dedicated business owners, professionals, community leaders, government officials and everyone in between - working together to continue providing economic stability and quality of life for the Birch Run and Bridgeport areas. The Birch Run Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce serves the Village/Township of Birch Run and the Charter Township of Bridgeport in Saginaw County, as well as many businesses in surrounding communities.
CHAMPIONING BUSINESSES, ENRICHING COMMUNITIES
Our mission is to foster growth and prosperity for local businesses with our networking opportunities, promotion and marketing, and community involvement. From our monthly networking luncheons to our annual signature events, we offer our members many opportunities to network and market their businesses. One of the most effective ways, and unique to our Chamber, is the unlimited digital promotions in our newsletter and on social media.
As a Chamber, we play a pivotal role in organizing events that enrich and give back to the community. These events promote goodwill and serve as platforms for businesses, organizations, and individuals to come together to support important causes that address local needs and improve the quality of life for our residents.
DID YOU KNOW?
Over 3 million tourists pass this location each year heading to Frankenmuth. Exit 136 that serves Birch Run, Bridgeport, and Frankenmuth is the busiest along the I-75 interstate from Florida to Michigan.
In addition to being the gateway to Frankenmuth, Birch Run welcomes thousands of visitors every year due to its family friendly attractions, premium shopping, fine & casual dining options, affordable lodging, and seasonal events.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
The Memorial Cup is the National Championship of the Canadian Hockey League, a consortium of three major junior ice hockey leagues operating in Canada and parts of the United States. It is a four-team round-robin tournament played among the champions of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), and Western Hockey League (WHL), and a fourth, hosting team, which alternates between the three leagues annually.
We are proud to have our own, Saginaw Spirit, host the 2024 National Championship, and we look forward to welcoming hockey fans from all over Canada and across the globe to our community.
NEWS FROM THE CHAMBER
SIGNATURE EVENTS
Senior Salute
May, 2024
Skip Day Scramble
Aug. 7, 2024
Trucks, Trunks & Treats
Oct. 26, 2024
Community Christmas
Oct. - Dec. 2024
Best Of Awards
March 12, 2024
UPCOMING CHAMBER LUNCHEONS
CONNECT NETWORK LEARN
Network with other local business professionals and community leaders while enjoying a complimentary lunch. Hear about the great things in our community while sharing information about your organization. Participate in the 50/50 drawing, with all proceeds benefiting the Birch Run Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce Scholarships.
Please RSVP using the link below to help us provide an accurate count to our hosts.
- Wed, May 15MediLodge of MontroseMay 15, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMMediLodge of Montrose, 9317 W Vienna Rd, Montrose, MI 48457, USA
- Wed, Jun 19LaFontaine Ford Birch RunJun 19, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMLaFontaine Ford Birch Run, 11661 S Beyer Rd, Birch Run, MI 48415, USA
- Wed, Apr 17Birch Run Assisted LivingApr 17, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMBirch Run Assisted Living, 12160 Ulmer Rd, Birch Run, MI 48415, USA
- Wed, Mar 20Bridgeport Township OfficeMar 20, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMBridgeport Township Office, 6740 Dixie Hwy, Bridgeport Charter Township, MI 48722, USA
CHAMBER HAPPENINGS
SCHOLARSHIPS
As part of our commitment to the community, we offer a scholarship program to both Birch Run and Bridgeport high school students. These scholarships are funded by our 50/50 sales at every chamber-hosted event.
GETTING THE WORD OUT
ATTENTION CHAMBER MEMBERS
Submit your events, announcements, deals, promotions, and job postings to our weekly newsletter.
COMING SOON
eBLAST WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
We offer several opportunities for our members to connect with the community, expand their reach, and promote their businesses. Members are encouraged to promote their events, make announcements, offer deals and promotions, and post job opportunities in our weekly newsletter and on the website. We also share member news on our social media platforms.
The weekly newsletter is sent every Thursday to our list of 1600+ subscribers. All items for the newsletter are due the prior Wednesday by 3pm. All items submitted for the newsletter will also appear on the website and social media accounts.
ALL CHAMBER MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS FOR OUR NEWSLETTER.