Chamber Foundation
The Clermont Chamber of Commerce Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that champions the Chamber’s mission by providing programs and funding to support the development of leaders, businesses, and the community.
As the primary philanthropic engine of the Clermont Chamber, we will build a lasting endowment that fuels leadership development, strengthens businesses, and creates meaningful, long-term impact across our community.
Pillars of Growth
ADVANCEMENT
Elevating the Clermont Chamber Foundation through strategic relationship building, marketing, communications, and fundraising efforts that ensure long-term sustainability and growth.
IMPACT
Building and expanding sustainable programs, giving, and grant-making that support high-impact initiatives—including leadership development, business education, workforce initiatives, scholarships, and business grants— strengthening our local community.
Support the Chamber Foundation
Or make checks payable and return to:
Clermont Chamber of Commerce Foundation
4355 Ferguson Drive, Suite 150
Cincinnati, OH 45245
"As the first recipient of the Lead Clermont Scholarship, I was honored to participate in a program
that would not have otherwise been financially possible for me as a self-employed Realtor.
The scholarship allowed me to fully attend every Lead class and event, immersing myself in the program—building connections, learning more about my community, and growing as a leader. I never missed a session, led a service project supporting IPM, volunteered with Child Focus, and was honored to be elected class spokesperson.
This scholarship didn’t just provide access—it made full participation possible."
Kristine West-Kahl
Lead Alumni Class 2026 and Kristine West-Kahl, EXP Realty
Foundation Programs and Events
LEAD CLERMONT
LEAD Clermont Community Leadership Program is a high impact, lively leadership and team building program to develop leaders who meet the demands of the moment. During this 10-month program, you’ll develop leadership and team building skills, connect with local business leaders, and build relationships that last far beyond your class experience!
CLERMONT CHAMBER CLASSIC
New name, same impact! The Clermont Chamber Classic Golf Outing (formerly Golf For Kids) unites business and community leaders for a day on the course to support the Clermont Chamber Foundation. Proceeds drive leadership programs, scholarships, business education, and grants—empowering Clermont County’s future while enjoying a fun, networking-filled day of golf.
CLERMONT CLASSROOM
The Clermont Classroom: Business Education Series is a professional development program from the Clermont Chamber of Commerce offering 90-minute sessions on key business topics like leadership, HR, sales, marketing, finance, and AI. Attend individual classes or the full series to gain practical, expert-led strategies for business and professional growth.
WORK READINESS INITIATIVE
This collaboration between businesses, community leaders, and educators, aims to equip students with the skills needed to thrive in today's job market and help shape the future of Clermont County's workforce. Since its inception in 2012, the initiative has focused on addressing the skills gap faced by local employers. Learn more about the Work Readiness Initiative here.
TRAVEL WITH THE CHAMBER
Through a partnership with Aventura World, the Chamber Foundation offers annual international trips open to everyone. Destinations include Greece, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, South Africa, and Peru. Trips feature luxury accommodations, meals, day excursions, round-trip airfare from Cincinnati, and unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime experiences for all travelers annually.
