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

This year's finalists are connecting people to opportunity, strengthening local economies, supporting healthier communities, and improving preparedness before crises occur.
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Upcoming Events
- CivicsNational Civics Bee® ChampionshipMonday, October 12 - Wednesday, October 14Washington, D.C.
- 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
- WorkforceHiring Our Heroes Awards GalaThursday, November 12U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 1615 H St NW, Washington, DC 20062Learn More
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Latest Content
- 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.Small business owner Jamal Gaines shares how he sustained operations and supported his local community after Hurricane Helene with a $5,000 grant from the U.S. Chamber Foundation's Readiness for Resiliency program, and why disaster preparedness is so important for small businesses.
























