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
- Discover how employer-led collaboratives across Michigan are using Talent Pipeline Management® (TPM) to solve workforce challenges, strengthen communities, and connect more people to in-demand careers across key industries.Explore how the TPM® National Learning Network is transforming workforce development through employer-led collaboration. Our 2025 Impact Report highlights 1,427 members, 91 active collaboratives, and real-world success stories demonstrating how data-driven partnerships create lasting talent pipeline solutions across North America.“A Juror’s Journey” — a 35-minute interactive online simulation — is the first initiative of the Juror Education Project. It transforms a jury summons into an opportunity to strengthen employees’ understanding of their civic responsibilities and the vital role juries play in our justice system.Business Leads Fellows Justin Groenert and Tyler Stock show how the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership (E-REP) is advancing education and workforce development across the Evansville region.Ohio ninth-grader Aarit Koul won the 2025 National Civics Bee Championship, exemplifying the U.S. Chamber Foundation's mission to strengthen civic education as America celebrates its 250th anniversary.Coast Guard Veteran Rhys Campbell transitioned from military service to a successful career at Verizon through the Hiring Our Heroes Career Forward program.From study guides and AI tutors to youth service, mentorship, and family engagement, National Civics Bee® partners are building a powerful ecosystem for civic learning. Together, they are showing what it looks like when business, education, and community organizations make civic education a shared priority.Mark Peters, CEO of Butterball Farms, applies Talent Pipeline Management® (TPM) principles to build people-centered talent systems. Through the iNexus initiative, he helps employers collaborate with educators to strengthen retention, expand mobility, and create regional pathways to meaningful work.Winter Storm Fern could severely disrupt small businesses across multiple states. Learn how to prepare now and complete the R4R checklist to become eligible for a $5,000 grant if a disaster is declared in your state.
