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
- Civics
Colorado Student Wins 2026 National Civics Bee® Championship and $100,000 Education PrizePeter Daniell, a middle school student from Broomfield, Colorado, has won the 2026 National Civics Bee Championship.
Our Insights
- Civics
The State of Civic and Economic Understanding in AmericaInsights into Americans’ Civic and Economic Knowledge, Skills, and Engagement | An Annual Report from The Civic Trust®
By Hilary Crow
Our Issues
- DisastersWe help businesses and communities respond to, prepare for, and recover from disasters.Read More
- WorkforceWe develop solutions to meet America’s workforce needs.Read More
- CivicsWe strengthen American democracy.Read More
Our Solutions
- Small Business Readiness for ResiliencyBecome a more resilient business with these easy-to-use tools.Read More
- Talent Pipeline ManagementLearn how to build successful talent pipelines to fill open jobs.Read More
- The Civic TrustA nonpartisan commitment to boost civic literacy, skills, and participation.Read More
Spotlight
Apply by Nov. 15
With support from Verizon, the Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) Mitigation Grant program awards grants of $5,000 each to help small businesses reduce risk to natural disasters.
Upcoming Events
- DisastersR4R Mitigation Grant Informational WebinarFriday, November 0602:00 PM EST - 03:00 PM ESTVirtualLearn More
- WorkforceHiring Our Heroes Awards GalaThursday, November 12U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062
- Emerging IssuesBusiness Risk Innovation ForumMonday, November 16U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
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Latest Content
- During the pandemic, Hillery Goodgame transformed Blue Heron Farms into a hub for innovation and education. Through the U.S. Chamber Foundation’s EPIC program, students gained real-world agricultural experience while helping the farm identify new revenue streams, integrate technology, and strengthen sustainability—planting seeds for future workforce development.Students to compete in second National Civics Bee Championship in Washington on Nov. 11 for a chance to win $100,000Download our Game Plan to leverage the enhanced 45F Employer-Provided Child Care Tax Credit. Learn key 2026 changes, pooled small-business models, allowable expenses, and intermediary support to attract talent, cut turnover, and simplify compliance with Form 8882.Adult workers are a hidden asset in today’s workforce. Learn how employer-led strategies and partnerships unlock their potential, strengthen businesses, and build thriving communities.A new school year brings new opportunities. This edition of "Commerce Meets Classroom" revisits last year’s education “wish list” and offers fresh priorities—from high school redesign to accurate assessments and accountability—to help districts and states better prepare students for the future.Hilary Crow, vice president of civics at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, recently appeared in studio on Good Morning Washington.Business Leads Fellow and President of the Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce John Nyhan shares how the Business Leads Fellowship Program inspired his efforts to expand workforce readiness across New Hampshire.Carley Walker, a Business Leads Fellow, shares her efforts with WorkForce Now at the Fredericksburg Chamber, connecting students and employers to strengthen the region’s talent pipeline.New research shows childcare gaps cost South Carolina nearly $1 billion each year in lost economic potential.
