The Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (GACCE) awarded their 2025  Innovative Program Grants at the Executive Leadership Conference held at the Jekyll Island Club Resort in Jekyll Island, GA.  

Thanks to the generous support of the Georgia Power Company, GACCE is able to offer Innovative Program Grants to support chamber members in launching creative, impactful initiatives. Up to four $2,500 grants were available to be awarded to Chambers implementing projects that strengthen their organization, enhance member benefits, or address community needs.

This year we are proud to present grants to the following Chambers for these programs:

1. Athens Area Chamber of Commerce, for the Athens Achieves Workforce Development Program

2. Habersham Chamber of Commerce, for the Retail Success Program 

3. Statesboro-Bulloch County Chamber of Commerce, for the Choose Bulloch Talent / Workforce Initiative

4. Walker County Chamber of Commerce, for the AgX Design Lab (Youth Agriculture Program)

Congratulations to these chambers – we are proud to recognize their innovative program efforts!