THE SMALL BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP is a program of the Sacramento Metro Chamber, established by the Metro Chamber's Small Business Committee, to provide financial assistance for small businesses and subject matter experts who represent small business interests in Metro Chamber programs and events.

Through the Small Business Scholarship program, the Metro Chamber hopes to provide both a voice and visibility to the concerns of small businesses in all Metro Chamber programs and events.

For detailed information on the scholarship program, contact Membership Vice President Dion Dwyer at 916-319-4276 or membership@metrochamber.org.

Favored consideration will be given to applicants who meet these eligibility requirements:

• Metro Chamber member in good standing

• Volunteer contributions to the Metro Chamber through Committee participation or other efforts

• Small business owner, operator, principle, key employee or entrepreneur in a firm employing 20 people or less, or annual sales of no more than $5,000,000

• Knowledge of small business issues and concerns in our region

• Evidence of leadership as demonstrated through community engagement, board or volunteer positions, and civic efforts

• Event specific criteria