Sauk Valley Chamber Foundation
Founded in 2025, the Sauk Valley Area Chamber Foundation supports the economic climate and quality of life in the Sauk Valley area working alongside the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce.
Mission
To support and advance the economic vitality, educational opportunities, and quality of life in the Sauk Valley region through leadership development, workforce initiatives, and community-focused programs.
Core Values
 1. Collaboration. We believe in the power of partnerships between business, education, and community to achieve greater impact together than alone.
2. Opportunity. We are committed to creating inclusive pathways for all individuals to succeed—economically, educationally, and personally.
3. Innovation. We embrace forward-thinking ideas and creative solutions that strengthen our region and prepare it for the future.
4. Leadership. We foster leadership at all levels—within individuals, organizations, and communities—to drive sustainable progress.
5. Integrity. We operate with transparency, accountability, and a commitment to doing what is right for the people and communities we serve.
6. Stewardship. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us, ensuring they are used wisely to create lasting benefit for the Sauk Valley region.
Sauk Valley Chamber Foundation Board
President: Kim Ewoldsen, Sauk Valley Community College
Brian Hawkins, The Cornerstone Agency Brian Hawkins Insurance
Bailey Schneiderbauer, Sauk Valley Bank