Madison COunty Chamber FOundation
Foundation Purpose
In accordance with its by-laws, the Madison County Chamber Foundation is established and sustained for charitable and educational purposes, civic, community, and economic projects and other endeavors as may be approved from time to time by the Board of Directors. The Foundation has been created to develop, sponsor, and provide educational programming, develop and foster a high level of civic concern, community development, and activity on the part of participants in any Foundation program(s).
Why Support the Foundation?
Funds raised by the Foundation go to support the initiatives of Workforce and Education. The Madison County Chamber Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) organization, meaning that all donations are tax deductible.
Workforce & Education is a program of the Chamber Foundation designed to help bridge the gap between local schools and employers by building a stronger workforce for the future.
Thank you to our 2025 Foundation Fellows
A Foundation Fellow is a member who chooses to make an annual contribution to the Foundation in the amount of $5000 or more. These members help ensure that the foundation can eventually form an endowment which will provide longevity for the purpose of the Foundation.
Thank you to our Foundation Sponsors
Our Diamond Level members go beyond membership; they invest in the future of our community. A portion of their dues supports the Chamber Foundation, helping grow tomorrow’s workforce, support local youth, and preserve the historic home that anchors our Chamber. If you are interested in upgrading your membership, to be part of this mission, contact Jill Parham at jparham@madisoncountyga.org today.
Workforce and Education Initiatives:
Career Signing Day
Provides an opportunity to highlight Madison County High School Students who are entering the workforce after graduation.
Industry Roundtable
Allows local industries a platform to discuss local workforce development in our community.
Job Shadowing Day
Connects our Students with potential employers from the community.
Madico Makers Program
Provides an opportunity for young entrepreneurs to formulate new businesses that will hopefully begin and grow in Madison County.
Scholarships
Provides scholarship opportunities to traditional 4-year post-secondary education and technical college students.
State of Education & Workforce Development
Connects our school system with local employers and provides an opportunity for our community to learn more about the current state of our student body.
Youth Advisory board
Madison County High School Seniors serve as an advisory committee on certain opportunities and challenges in our community.
Youth Leadership Program
Madison County High School Juniors enter an immersive semester long leadership development experience guided by local leaders and peers.
2026 Foundation Board of Directors
The Madison County Chamber Foundation is proudly governed by our current Chamber Board of Directors. For a list of current board members, please visit our Leadership Page.