Chamber Foundations

The foundation coordinates educational resources, programs, and research to advance the activities of the Chamber. Foundation initiatives allow the Chamber to collaborate with strategic partners and organizations to address key business issues, and extend the scope of our activities. These initiatives serve a diverse audience including community leaders, entrepreneurs, business executives, employees, as well as educators and students. The pillars of the Foundation include Workforce Development, Disability Inclusion, and Business Education.

The foundation, which focuses exclusively on regional leadership development programs, has eight different initiatives centered around building community leadership for various groups, including undergrads, young professionals, and executives new to Denver.

The Foundation works in partnership with state business leaders to secure Florida's future. The Foundation's Six Pillars address the critical factors determining Florida's future and provides a platform for local, regional and state-wide collaboration towards the first-ever long-term strategic plan for the state. The Six Pillars framework encompasses the following areas: Talent Supply & Education; Innovation & Economic Development; Infrastructure & Growth Leadership; Business Climate & Competitiveness; Civic & Governance Systems; and Quality of Life & Quality Places.

The Foundation is an affiliate of the Tampa Bay Chamber and is dedicated to serving members and strengthening the community by building success. The foundation provides ongoing leadership development and educational programs that give members opportunities for continued learning and growth.

The Chamber Foundation's mission is to improve every Main Street in the Lehigh Valley through targeted investments in revitalization programs, facade improvements, streetscape designs, urban planning, event promotion, sidewalk beautification, and other enhancements to the physical appearance of our downtowns and urban centers.

The Partnership applies business leadership to solve community problems and create opportunities, focusing on helping non-profits and businesses with a charitable focus achieve their goals.

Initiatives of the Foundation include the Tech Valley Young Professionals Network, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership Tech Valley, the Entrepreneur Boot Camp and the College of Saint Rose Business Intern Partnership.