What We Do
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation harnesses the power of business to create solutions for the good of America and the world. We anticipate, develop, and deploy solutions to challenges facing communities—today and tomorrow.
Our Impact
- Civics
Announcing the 2026 Cohort of Judicial Fellows
By Melissa Mendizabal
- Workforce
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Honors Michigan LEO for Workforce ImpactThe U.S. Chamber Foundation is recognizing the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity as the inaugural recipient of the Excellence in Impact Award for its leadership in scaling employer-driven workforce strategies that deliver measurable results across industries and communities.
By Victoria Andreasen
Our Insights
- Disasters
Small Business Resilience: Examining Optimism, Risk, and Ability to RecoverPreliminary research findings from a national study of U.S. small businesses
Our Issues
- DisastersWe help businesses and communities respond to, prepare for, and recover from disasters.Disasters
- WorkforceWe develop solutions to meet America’s workforce needs.Workforce
- CivicsWe strengthen American democracy.Civics
Our Solutions
- Small Business Readiness for ResiliencyBecome a more resilient business with these easy-to-use tools.Small Business Readiness for Resiliency
- Talent Pipeline ManagementLearn how to build successful talent pipelines to fill open jobs.Talent Pipeline Management
- The Civic TrustA nonpartisan commitment to boost civic literacy, skills, and participation.The Civic Trust
Spotlight
Apply by Nov. 15
A new initiative, with support from Verizon, offers training and $5,000 grants to small businesses to help them mitigate risk from natural disasters.
Upcoming Events
- CivicsNational Civics Bee® ChampionshipMonday, October 12 - Wednesday, October 14U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
- Corporate Social ResponsibilityBusiness and Civic Leadership GalaMonday, October 26U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
- Corporate Social ResponsibilityBusiness Solves Conference and Citizens AwardsTuesday, October 27 - Wednesday, October 28U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
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Latest Content
- Facing significant workforce shortages, Dayton-area employers and educators are launching Ohio@Work to align K–12 curriculum, credentials, and work-based learning with advanced manufacturing and health sciences careers, reaching 77,000 students across 19 districts.America's Top Young Civics Minds Take the National Stage Live on C-SPANThrough hybrid learning and employer-educator partnerships, the Michigan Workforce Training and Education Collaborative (MWTEC) provides accessible, high-quality radiography education to healthcare workers.The San Diego Regional Economic Development Foundation is helping students build AI and workforce skills through employer-led career-connected learning, work-based experiences, and industry-validated competencies that address skills gaps that account for 55% of entry-level hiring challenges.New research studies from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and College Board show why that matters for business and education leaders.New U.S. Chamber Foundation survey shows young people are paying attention, staying hopeful, and looking for more practical ways to engage in civic life.The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation announced 37 finalists across nine categories for its annual Citizens Awards, recognizing businesses and chambers of commerce whose work is helping address challenges facing communities across the country.This year's finalists are connecting people to opportunity, strengthening local economies, supporting healthier communities, and improving preparedness before crises occur.Colorado Succeeds' TPM for K12 model brings employers and educators together to strengthen industry-aligned career pathways and prepares students for high-demand construction and skilled trades careers.This fall, our Judicial Fellowship Program will bring together 25 judges and magistrates from 21 countries across 6 regions of the world to Washington, D.C., and Virginia for a rigorous two-week program focused on upholding the rule of law.
