why the state chamber

Delaware State Chamber of Commerce | Wilmington DE 19899
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representing Delaware's business community since 1837

Put simply, we focus our core initiatives to address the concerns of the entire business community.
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We strive to create a statewide economic climate that enables all businesses to become more competitive. Our team consistently meets with Delaware’s Congressional delegation and plays a leading role on issues before the General Assembly. Our Board of Directors, Board of Governors and committees assist in promulgating rules and regulations stemming from the various federal, state and local agencies that oversee business activity.


why become a member?

​ADVOCACY
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As Delaware’s oldest and largest business advocacy organization, we’ve been helping member businesses prosper since 1837.
NETWORKING
With the notion that in-person meetings are proven to yield a stronger return on investment, the State Chamber hosts more than 100 events and meetings per year, each designed to put you in the same room with prospective clients and elected officials.

​AFFORDABLE
Your membership dues are 65% tax deductible!
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STATEWIDE
We serve businesses of every size in every corner of the state. They range from mom-and-pop stores to Delaware’s largest corporations.

AWARENESS
When consumers know that a small business is a member of a chamber of commerce, there is a:





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​LEADS

Make the most of your membership by getting involved. Our lead groups help companies grow through networking and referrals – the most productive form of business prospecting.

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Join today by calling (302) 576-6576, joining online here.
download a pdf membership application

member benefits

Dental & Vision Care
Dominion Services provides dental and vision benefits on a group and individual basis with competitive, member-exclusive rates. Dental care coverage for most diagnostic and preventive services is 100% with up to 80% coverage for restorative care including fillings, root canals, crown and bridge work, periodontal treatment, oral surgery and more.

Prescription Drug Discount Card
The Delaware Drug Card will provide savings of up to 75% on prescription drugs at more than 50,000 pharmacy locations across the country. The Card has no restrictions on membership income or age, and you are not required to fill out an application. This program is designed to help all Delaware residents afford their prescription medications. 


LegalShield
All Delaware State Chamber members and member companies now have the opportunity to access affordable legal services. Member companies can join the more than 34,000 companies currently offering LegalShield’s personal legal plans as a voluntary benefit to their employees. In addition to the personal plans, member companies can join more than 47,000 small businesses nationwide and enroll in the Small Business Plan, which provides member companies with legal advice and counsel on any business legal issue, contract and document review, debt collection, trial defense and more. Lastly, Members receive identity theft protection for the entire family for the cost most competitors charge to cover a single individual. Click here for more information or contact Mike Schwartz.

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Tax Deductible
Your membership is 65% tax deductible!


Complimentary U.S. Chamber Membership
As a qualifying small business member of the State Chamber, you will also enjoy membership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce at no additional cost. Contact Kelly Basile to learn more.

Disaster Planning
Continuity Dynamics, Inc. provides Business Continuity Planning (BCP) for the Small-Medium Business (SMB) and Enterprise firms that are members of the State Chamber at a discounted price. This planning will assist in planning for, and responding to, disasters of all kinds.  It will also help you to endure this Coronavirus scenario, as well as providing critical Crisis Management direction to minimize Reputational Risk.  For more information, visit www.ContinuityDynamics.com/shop using code: DSCC or call Jack Coleman or Ralph Petti at 888-977-7475.
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​Lead Group Membership
Members have access to exclusive, member-only lead groups dedicated to business referrals and contact generation. 

Notary Service
Notary public services are free for members! Call (302) 576-6572.

Certificate of Origin
Certificate of Origin documents are $20 for Chamber members and $100 for nonmembers. Click here for more information.

Discounted Constant Contact Email Marketing Services
Members are eligible to up to 25%! Click here to get started.

Continuing Education Certificate Discounts
The University of Delaware offers a 10% discount to State Chamber members when they choose to sign up for non-credit continuing education certificate programs, or the Social Media Marketing Strategy Certificate (limited availability) . 
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Member-to-Member Discount Directory
State Chamber members offer substantial savings on products and services to fellow members.

Member Event Calendar Listing
Post your organizations upcoming events to the State Chamber’s Member Events Calendar on www.DSCC.com.

Delaware Business Newsbites
Get your company news published in the bi-monthly Delaware Business magazine by submitting a news-worthy press release or article to press@dscc.com.

Listing in DSCC Online Business Directory
Members are listed on the State Chamber’s Online Business Directory. On average, members receive more than 8,700 interactions per year when listed on the directory.

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PO Box 671 | Wilmington DE 19899
Phone: (302) 655-7221 | dscc@dscc.com | sitemap
Affiliations
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
National Association of State Chambers
​National Association of Manufacturers
National Retail Federation
  • Visit
    • New Castle County
    • Kent County
    • Sussex County
    • Relocate to Delaware
    • First State Kids
  • Advocacy
    • Take Action
    • District Maps
    • Legislative Roster
    • Policy Priorities
    • Political Action Committee
    • Legislative Priority Blog
  • About Us
    • Governance
    • Our Team
    • Affiliates >
      • Delaware Manufacturing Association
      • Delaware Retail Council
      • The Partnership, Inc. >
        • Delaware Principal for a Day
        • Superstars in Education >
          • JHTAward
          • SSE Winners Archive
        • Intern Delaware
        • Delaware Young Professionals Network
    • Committees >
      • Small Business Alliance
    • News & Media >
      • Chamber News
      • Member News
      • Delaware Business Magazine
      • Podcast
      • Advertise with the Chamber
      • DSCC Daily
    • Certificates of Origin
    • JobBank
    • Internships
    • Contact
  • Events
    • Chamber Calendar
    • Annual Events >
      • Annual Dinner
      • Spring Legislative Brunch & Manufacturing Conference
      • Superstars in Education
      • End-of-Session Legislative Brunch
      • Chamber Chase
      • Delaware Networking Station
      • Developing Delaware
      • Superstars in Business
      • Taste of Delaware
    • Webinars
    • Member Calendar
  • Membership
    • Why the State Chamber
    • Join a Lead Group
    • Membership Application
    • Member Login
  • Directory