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.

Telephone Directories
For Effingham County and surrounding areas.
No charge if picked up. If shipped, $6 per book to cover postage & 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.
Many other tourism publications are also available. Stop by the Chamber office to pick up.

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 or Excel spreadsheet:
Members: $50 (Main List), $75 (Both Lists);
Non-member: $150 (Main List Only), $275 (Both Lists);
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

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 City & County Map
Updated 911 addresses 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 maps of Effingham and Teutopolis. Also available as an interactive version on this web site .
No charge.

Effingham Map (Tear off pads)
Detailed map of Effingham streets. Includes calendar of events, easy locator map and points of interest, schools and municipal buildings are listed and noted on the map.
No charge.

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

General Interest
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 Posters
Laminated poster set includes mandatory Illinois and federal posting.
Members:   $45      Non-members   $55

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.

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.