The Greater Effingham Chamber of Commerce provides many free and nominally-charges publications to businesses and the public. If you would like to request any of these publications, complete the form below. If payment is required, a Chamber staff member will contact you.

Effingham, Crossroads of Opportunity
A quality of life/recruitment resource for potential employees and businesses featuring the city's style, strong points and recreation.
No charge for single copy. $X per additional copy.

Telephone Book
Consolidated Communications, Yellow Book USA and Community Directories telephone books.
No charge if picked up. If shipped, $5 per book to cover shipping & handling.

Effingham Visitors Guide
A guide to local attractions, lodging, restaurants, shopping and a calendar of events of interest to visitors.
No charge. Quantities may be obtained from the Effingham Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Effingham Business Report
Quarterly publication featuring economic development and business news in Effingham County.
Available at no charge by subscription or at Chamber office.

Effingham Community Profile
A quick study brochure of Effingham City and County's demographics, history and other facts and figures.
No charge.

Illinois Economic Profile of Effingham County
Published by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs, this is an extensive look at county data, including population, housing, income, labor force, and much more.
No charge.

Chamber Membership List/Roster
All Chamber members listed with main representative only (main) or all company representatives (supplemental). Includes members arranged alphabetically or in zip code order.
Members: 1 FREE copy per year; $25 each additional copy;
Non-member: $200 (Main list only)

Also available on labels:
Members: $150 (Main List), $175 (Both Lists);
Non-member: $350 (Main List Only)
Disc or Email: Members: $125 (Main), $150 (Both Lists);
Disc or Email: Non-Member: $325 (Main Only)

Main List
Main List - Labels
Supplement List
Supplement List - Labels

Zip Code
Alphabetically

Manufacturers/Distributors Directory
A directory of nearly 100 county-wide manufacturers and distributors. Includes name of company, contact person, address, phone number, product, number of employees, and more.
Members: No charge; Non-member: $10

Large Employers List
A listing of county-wide businesses with 50 or more employees. Includes company name, address and number of employees.
Members: No charge; Non-member: $5

Club & Organizations List
Listing of civic and non-profit organizations with addresses, phone numbers and contact persons.
Price: $5

6.5% Sales Tax Chart
Conveniently sized, easy-to-read, and laminated for longer use.
Members: $1; Non-member: $2

V.I.P. List
A complete list of local, state and national government officials, local media, chamber officials, etc., that can be used for grand openings, groundbreaking ceremonies, open houses and other events.
No charge.

Effingham Map
Detailed map of Effingham streets, as well as residential Lake Sara. Points of interests, schools and municipal buildings are listed and noted on the map.
No charge.

Effingham County Map
Updated street names throughout Effingham County, as well as a color-coded directory to area resources such as parks, shopping areas, county landmarks and other points of interest. Includes detailed street map of Effingham and Teutopolis. Also available as an interactive version on this web site .
No charge.

Illinois State Highway Map
2005-2006 official state map.
No charge.

General Interests
The following items are available for use in the Chamber office.

City Directories
Effingham and surrounding cities

Effingham County Compensation & Benefit Survey
A study compiled on wages and benefits in the Effingham area.

Illinois and Federal Employment Laws and Regulations
Up-to-date information on state and federal employment laws and how to comply with the employment regulations.

Illinois and Federal Required Poster
A laminated 38” x 27” poster combining in one poster all the Illinois and federal labor and OSHA laws required to be posted.
Members:   $30      Non-members   $50

Starting a Business in Illinois
Published by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs, this packet is a source of information on how to start a business and what requirements must be met.

Relocation Package
Contains many of the publications mentioned above plus a real estate guide, school information, medical facilities, and much more. Available as either personal or business relocation packets.

Member:  Selected information can be picked up at the Chamber office to assemble your own packet at no charge.

Pre-assembled packets are $5 each for personal relocation packets and $15 for business relocation packets. NOTE:  Relocation packages will be sent to you through the postal service.  Make sure to fill in all information in the form below to properly expedite your request.

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