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
The Connector is our monthly newsletter connecting you to innovative solutions, strategic partnerships, and our top stories.
Latest Content
- Hear from our workforce experts, Jaimie Francis and Niki DaSilva, as they reflect on Talent Pipeline Management's journey from bold idea to movement transforming lives across 44 states and beyond.RealTime Talent Executive Director and TPM Academy® Faculty, Deb Broberg, uses the Talent Pipeline Management® framework to help the Minnesota workforce community make data-driven decisions to solve their local talent pipeline issues.Vermont Business Roundtable Chief Talent Officer and TPM Academy® Faculty, Mary Anne Sheahan, uses the TPM® framework to create career pathways and financing solutions for the Vermont community.In the final edition of the first year of “Commerce Meets Classroom”, Kyle Butler provides a look back on a lively year and provides a few thoughts on where the field should be heading.Innovation Scholar Moon Nguyen reflects on the transformative power of volunteerism and the journeys that inspire it.Learn how the Talent Pipeline Management framework has transformed Michigan’s key industries, bringing economic growth and stronger communities.The first-ever National Civics Bee Championship brought 27 standout students to Washington, D.C., to compete for big prizes. After excelling in local and state competitions, these young leaders showcased their civic knowledge and passion, marking a significant step in expanding the competition nationwide by 2026.A Q & A with EPIC President and CEO Nicole RiehlOn December 3–4, we hosted an invite-only event for business decision makers in partnership with Executives Partnering to Invest in Children (EPIC).As school districts face tightening budgets and a looming fiscal cliff for 2025-26, businesses have a critical role to play in supporting education through strategic investments, community partnerships, and advocacy for evidence-based programs.
