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
- Workforce
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Honors Michigan LEO for Workforce Impact
By Victoria Andreasen
- Civics
Young Americans Are More Optimistic About Civic Engagement Than the Country at Large.New research studies from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and College Board show why that matters for business and education leaders.
By Liane Paonessa
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
Our latest pilot is an AI-powered platform that provides business leaders with a curated repository of real-world, proven solutions to complex challenges, starting with childcare.
Upcoming Events
- WorkforceTalent Pipeline Management® SummitTuesday, September 29 - Wednesday, September 30U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
- CivicsJustice on a Global Stage: Judicial Fellowship Program ForumThursday, October 01U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
- CivicsNational Civics Bee® ChampionshipMonday, October 12 - Wednesday, October 14Washington, D.C.
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Latest Content
- Research from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Verizon reveals a major gap between small business confidence and disaster preparednessLeaders from Google, Xylem, Zscaler, and Aspen Digital explored how AI is transforming emergency response at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Building Resilience conference.At the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's 2026 Building Resilience conference, small business owners shared how disasters exposed gaps in their preparedness. New research from the Foundation and Verizon reveals why it matters for everyone.Preliminary research findings from a national study of U.S. small businesses“Rule of law” can sound like a phrase reserved for law school classrooms or bar exam prep, not something that affects everyday life. But Law Day, May 1, is a celebration for every American; because rule of law isn't a legal abstraction—it is the foundation of a thriving society.The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation is pleased to announce the state and local chambers bringing free AI trainings directly to small businesses and entrepreneurs in communities across the country.Corrie Melton brings a data-driven, employer-led approach to workforce development through the Talent Pipeline Management® (TPM) framework. From launching collaboratives in Tallahassee to scaling statewide at the Florida Chamber of Commerce, she builds systems grounded in trust, data, and continuous improvement.Early Childhood and Business Advisory Council Looks to Rewrite How America Tackles the Child Care CrisisMadison Cabagbag, a 15-year-old student, led a real-world marketing challenge through the EPIC program, partnering with a local business. The experience highlights how work-based learning initiatives build career skills, connect students with employers, and deliver fresh, actionable ideas to industry partners.Aisha won the National Civics Bee in Illinois after developing “BRIGHT,” a 6-step toolkit to help kids unplug, get guidance, and report abuse.
