- Business for Good
Harnessing Business for Good
Across the country and around the world, the U.S. Chamber Foundation helped harness the innate power of businesses to strengthen communities and improve lives.
From educating the next generation to creating new workforce opportunities, the Foundation turned business leadership into tangible impact.
Elevated civics as an educational priority
The U.S. Chamber Foundation hosted the National Civics Bee® in 200 communities across 40 states, reaching nearly 20,000 students and educating Americans about civic participation. The competition will expand to all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and American Samoa in 2026.
Released America’s 250th Celebration for Business Playbook—a nonpartisan resource from the U.S. Chamber Foundation to help local chambers and businesses mark America’s 250th through education and community engagement.
Students at the 2025 National Civics Bee at the Chamber's headquarters in Washington, DC.
2025 National Civics Bee participants enjoying the Chamber's rooftop views of DC.
Bolstered America’s resilience
Released a joint report with the U.S. Chamber Foundation and Allstate, and convened state and local leaders in Mobile, AL and Charleston, SC, for the Disaster Resilience Forum, highlighting how investing in resilience and preparedness is a smart, cost saving strategy that can significantly reduce the economic toll of disasters.
Invested in veteran entrepreneurship, awarding $50,000 in grants to veteran- and military-spouse owned small businesses with support from FedEx Founder’s Fund and USAA Small Business Insurance, fueling innovation and economic growth in communities across America.
Unlocked opportunities for America’s workforce
Through the Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes (HOH) initiative, hosted 98 hiring events that connected more than 28,000 military-connected job seekers from all 50 states, 4 U.S. territories, and 41 overseas U.S. military installations to employment opportunities nationwide.
Established the HOH Skilled Trades Academy, a hands-on, six-week training initiative equipping transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses with skills for careers in the construction trades—setting a model for scalable solutions in workforce development and addressing critical labor shortages.
Launched the New Data Paradigm, a national public-private collaboration led by the Foundation, to modernize how education and job data are shared so people can more easily find opportunities and prove their skills, as referenced in top-tier media.
Introduced Resume Engine—an AI-powered resume platform that empowers veterans to translate their service and experience into impactful civilian resumes, helping them confidently navigate the transition to the civilian workforce.
Fostered public-private partnerships to address global threats
Brought government and industry together through the U.S. Chamber Foundation’s Global Threats Initiative to confront 21st-century threats through public-private leadership. Our reports highlighted the growing urgency of geopolitical risk and how business can manage it.
Hosted 25 judges from 18 countries through the U.S. Chamber Foundation’s Judicial Fellowship Program to fight corruption and strengthen global rule of law—building a lasting alumni network to improve courts, democracy, and public trust worldwide.
Download the 2025 Annual Report
In a year defined by economic uncertainty and accelerating change, the U.S. Chamber helped keep the voice of American business at the center of policymaking. Download the 2025 Annual Report to see the achievements, outcomes, and momentum shaping what comes next.
From advancing pro-growth tax policies and regulatory reforms to empowering small businesses and leading international delegations, the Chamber’s work in 2025 strengthened the foundation for American prosperity.