DeKalb TX Chamber of Commerce

Banner photo courtesy of Charles Frederick Napp - Downtown DeKalb 1950

Our DeKalb TX Chamber of Commerce helps our local businesses grow and prosper thru our chamber promotions. Here at DeKalb Texas Chamber of Commerce, we are driven by a single goal; to do our part in making our community a better place for all.

We strive to build productive relationships and make a positive impact with all of our pursuits. 

Our association consists of over 75 businesses, organizations, and individuals that work toward the interests of our business community.

We have some new businesses opening up downtown on North Runnels - 
be sure to stop in, say "Hi" and try to shop there!

Please welcome our newest business to join our DeKalb TX Chamber of Commerce

Mama Jen's Fillin Station, 350 Us Hwy 82 East, Avery, TX 75554 ~ 430-488-1000

Mama Jen's Fillin Station just opened in January 2026 and serves home made delicious Breakfast and Lunch items.

They are Open Monday thru Friday from 6:30 am till 5 pm. Pre-Order at 430-488-1000

Ribbon Cutting & Grand Openings

First Baptist Church, 204 West NE Fulton St., DeKalb, TX 75559

First Baptist Church held their Ribbon Cutting for their new Sanctuary addition on January 18, 2026. FBC DeKalb is a Biblical Community of believers doing life together. Our mission is to Love God, Love People, and connect Families to faith where people can meet Jesus, and believers can engage in life-giving community.

We believe in creating a space where people can have authentic encounters with Christ, discover their gifts and use them for Him. Join us for our Sunday services!

Business of the Month - January 2026

Owner Jason Hawkins standing in front of his beautifully restored State Theater Building

Farmers Insurance - Jason Hawkins Agency - 147 N Runnels St., DeKalb, TX 75559 ~ 903-667-3210

Farmers Insurance - Jason Hawkins Agency has served the DeKalb community since 1998. With 27 years of industry experience, we specialize in making the insurance process both "painless and personalized" for our clients. Our focus is on building long-term relationships and providing outstanding customer service. We offer a comprehensive range of products, including, auto, home, life, renters, business, and recreational insurance.

The office is located at 147 N Runnels St. in the old restored State Theatre Building, and are open Monday through Friday 8:30 - 5. We can be reached at 903-667-3210.

Business Spotlight

Nick's Mission Backpack Program, DeKalb, TX

Nick’s Mission Backpack Program is a 501(c)(3) non-profit children’s charity helping hungry school children in our local schools and daycare programs on weekends and school holidays. Nick’s Mission Backpack Program was founded by Tony and Barbara Shumake in memory of their precious 8-year old son, Nick Shumake, who tragically lost his life along with his grandparents in a flash flood at Albert Pike Campground on June 11, 2010.

A hungry child will receive a backpack filled with nutritious food and snacks each weekend and on school holidays, including extended holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, Spring/Winter Break. The foods and snacks are shelf-stable and can easily be opened by the children. The empty backpacks are returned by the students and refilled each week. This is coordinated with each school so the backpacks are distributed discreetly and each child’s identity is kept confidential. Nick's Mission is designed to help families by providing the children with food in order to lessen the family's financial burden.

Our program currently provides to 9 schools and an average of 150 children each week! Such a tragic event has nurtured into an amazing program with volunteers helping each week - thanks to that beautiful DeKalb community spirit!

100% of all donations go directly to provide food for these children.

Join our Chamber today

Joining the Chamber is an investment in our community. Chamber members are business owners who understand that when their business prospers, the local community benefits.

Many of our members lend their talents, time and resources to tackle important business and community development issues that impact the future of our community.

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