The Civic Trust®
The Civic Trust® is a nonpartisan educational initiative dedicated to enhancing civic literacy, skills, and participation across schools, workplaces, and communities. Through programs like the National Civics Bee®, we partner with state and local chambers, businesses, policymakers, and community leaders to offer dynamic opportunities that aim to nurture active citizenship and inspire future leaders.
Programs
State champs from across the country are preparing for the National Civics Bee® National Championship on November 12 in Washington, D.C. Check out the highlights from the inaugural Connecticut State Finals.
We celebrated Constitution Week by hosting a special naturalization ceremony at our headquarters to welcome America’s newest citizens. Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration Isabella Casillas Guzman addressed the group, as well as Hakki Akdeniz, a once-homeless immigrant turned successful entrepreneur.
Meet the National Civics Bee® Winners
Our Impact in Stories
- Civics
Why I Became an Election Poll Worker (and Why You Should Too)Elections are a cornerstone of our democracy, yet there are significant shortages of election poll workers that could prevent polling places from opening for upcoming elections in 24 states.
By Hilary Crow
- Civics
Civics in America Ahead of Our Country’s 250th Anniversary
By Hilary Crow
Partners
Trish, Lisa, and Tom share their experiences as election officials, each assuming a pivotal responsibility in ensuring their community’s election runs smoothly and is fair and accessible for all.
Daniels Fund
The Daniels Fund announced it will grant the U.S. Chamber Foundation $4.5 million to scale the National Civics Bee® – an initiative to promote greater civic knowledge among young people, their families, and communities. The three-year grant will enable the Foundation to expand the Bees to all 50 states and host a national championship by 2026, coinciding with the 250th birthday of the U.S.
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Latest Content
On Constitution Day 2024, we welcomed 100 new American citizens from 33 countries. Dionna Stokes, manager of civics, reflects on this life-changing event, exploring personal stories of citizenship and the power of civic engagement in shaping our nation's future.
:hire CEO Larry Kidd and Project Manager Rachel Strawser share their perspectives on implementing Civic Time Off.
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.
Local and state chambers can apply now to participate in the 2025 National Civics Bee®.
Elections are a cornerstone of our democracy, yet there are significant shortages of election poll workers that could prevent polling places from opening for upcoming elections in 24 states.
Our comprehensive new study revealed an alarming truth ahead of America’s 250th anniversary—the nation’s civic knowledge is badly lagging. However, there’s an optimistic outlook and opportunity for business leaders to make a difference.
Amidst growing polarization, workplaces emerge as rare unifying civic force.
Middle school students can apply today. Finalists will receive free access to Khanmigo, Khan Academy’s AI-powered tutor, to study civics.
