Together for 250
Together for 250 is a nonpartisan, business-led campaign that gives companies specific ways to lead, connect, and inspire during America’s 250th anniversary.
Honoring the past. Building the next 250 years.
In 2026, the United States marks a rare milestone: 250 years since a bold and improbable beginning. America was a radical experiment—rooted in freedom, powered by ideas, and sustained by people willing to build something new together.
From the very beginning, American business has been part of that story. In moments of growth and in times of trial, business has helped connect communities, create jobs, and move the country forward.
A defining moment for leadership
Today, Americans are looking for reasons to trust one another again — and for leaders willing to step forward with optimism, responsibility, and shared purpose.
As we approach the nation’s 250th anniversary, the business community has a unique opportunity to help set the tone for a unifying national moment.
Why This Moment Matters
America’s 250th has prompted leaders across industries to reflect on the role business plays in our communities. Here’s what they’re saying — and why they’ve chosen to participate.
“At Emmis, we believe economic growth and civic health go hand in hand. You can’t have one without the other. Together for 250 recognizes that connection and gives business leaders a constructive way to strengthen both. We’re proud to be part of that.”
“In Ohio’s First Capital, the Chamber’s mission is to foster the connections that fuel local success. Together for 250 is a tremendous reminder that local enterprise and civic leadership are intertwined. We’re proud to stand with this initiative as we celebrate our heritage and invest in a bright, shared future for the next 250 years."
What is Together for 250?
Together for 250 is a nonpartisan, business-led initiative that invites companies to help honor America’s story—and to help shape what comes next.
It’s an opportunity to celebrate ingenuity and resilience, elevate the values that unite us, and demonstrate how business leadership can strengthen civic trust and connection across workplaces and communities.
Companies can participate in ways that fit who they are: by uplifting their own stories, engaging employees, supporting communities, and inspiring others to lead with purpose. Some will go big. Some will keep it simple. All are welcome.
The Together for 250 Pledge
On this 250th anniversary of the United States, we mark a milestone in the American story — a moment to reflect on our progress and renew our commitment to a shared future.
We celebrate the legacy of American enterprise — innovation, opportunity, and civic leadership — and recognize the role businesses can play in strengthening trust, connection, and shared purpose among our employees, customers, and communities.
Together, we honor the past and work to build the next 250 years of American progress.
Looking ahead — together
The next chapter of the American story—like the first—will require innovation, collaboration, and a belief that we are stronger together.
The 250th anniversary is a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come—and an invitation to work together to build the next 250 years.
