WHAT WE DO...
Empowering Black businesses to thrive is our passion. For over two decades, the Illinois State Black Chamber of Commerce has driven economic growth, won numerous awards for driving opportunities for African American entrepreneurs. We build pathways to success, fostering a vibrant ecosystem where Black-owned businesses flourish and communities prosper.
1500
Members
1375
Business Connections
$1+ Billion
Economic Impact
29
Years of Operation
We help you
Grow...
Expand Locally & Internationally:
Our Zimbabwe trade mission opens doors to unprecedented African market access for Illinois businesses. With strong partnerships across several countries around the world, we broker meaningful business relationships for our members, connecting them to valuable international opportunities. Join us and take your business to the global stage.
We help you
Fund...
Empowering Your Funding Journey:
At the Illinois State Black Chamber of Commerce, we help you secure the financial resources necessary for your business growth. Our dedicated team provides guidance on accessing grants, loans, and investment opportunities, ensuring you have the support to thrive in a competitive market.
Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.
– Barack Obama