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Jul 08, 2024
Citizen Travelers Sponsors 2024 National Civics Bee^®
This annual competition by The Civic Trust^®, an initiative of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is expanding to a record 28 states this year.
May 23, 2024
Hiring Our Heroes Recognizes Military Spouses for Employment and Entrepreneurship Leadership
Business leaders discuss innovative solutions to combat 21% military spouse unemployment rate.
Apr 17, 2024
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and American Express Open Applications for Grant Program to Support Small Business Owners Impacted by Maui Wildfires
Feb 20, 2024
U.S. Chamber Foundation Welcomes Nicole Y. Lamb-Hale to Its Board of Directors
Feb 12, 2024
New Study Finds Alarming Lack of Civic Literacy Among Americans
Amidst growing polarization, workplaces emerge as rare unifying civic force.
Dec 07, 2023
Blue Star Families and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes Program Announce New Initiative to Solve Military Spouse Employment
Nov 15, 2023
National Civics Bee Expands to 28 States to Address Growing Civics Education Crisis
Middle school students can apply today. Finalists will receive free access to Khanmigo, Khan Academy’s AI-powered tutor, to study civics.
Nov 02, 2023
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Announces Winners of the 2023 Citizens Awards
Medtronic, Veris Residential, UPS, Tru Earth among winners of awards program celebrating the best in corporate citizenship, and Greater Vancouver Chamber receives inaugural Civic Engagement Award
Oct 10, 2023
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Announces 2023 Citizens Awards Finalists
Awards program celebrates the best in corporate citizenship and highlights how businesses of all sizes are serving as a force for good
Sep 18, 2023
New, Interactive LER Ecosystem Map Outlines Roles for Educators and Employers to Use Skills-Based Systems
A group of 10 leading stakeholders in education, workforce development and government announced today the launch of an interactive LER Ecosystem Map, designed to help individuals access career opportunities and help employers hire and promote talent based on skills and experience.