A guide for organizations to plan inclusive, nonpartisan celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
What's happening: July 4, 2026, will mark 250 years since the proclamation of the Declaration of Independence. Businesses and chambers of commerce have a unique opportunity to lead their communities in commemorating this once-in-a-generation milestone in ways that strengthen civic pride and unity.
Why it matters: Recent studies by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation show that while civic knowledge is lagging, 82% of Americans believe businesses (and by extension chambers) can help bring people together.
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Get involved: Share how your organization is celebrating this milestone to add to the Activity Tracker. If you have additional celebration ideas let us know as we’ll regularly update the playbook with new ideas and best practices.