For over forty years the Chamber has worked to improve the livability and economic environment of our community. We are a nonprofit organization without any paid staff. All of our work is performed by Board members, Chamber members, and volunteers. The Chamber hosts two major events each year – the Hazelnut Fest and the Volksfest.  The goal for these events is to bring people to town, offer a place for local artisans to share their craft, and have some fun.  Making money is also a goal of these events so that we can give back to our community.  We use this money for ongoing projects like our 4th of July parade & firework show, decorating the town with flower baskets during the summer months and holiday decor during December, maintaining the fountain and granting two $2,000 scholarships each year to graduating JFK seniors.

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Our fundraising efforts also allow us to support multiple student organizations and local non-profits. Over $40,000 in the last decade alone have gone to support:

• Mt. Angel FFA

• JFK FBLA

• Senior Class All Night Grad Party

• Scotts Mills PTC

• JFK Track & Cross Country

• Legion Post 89

• Mt. Angel Robotics

• Mt. Angel Historical Society

• Mt. Angel Library

• Father Bernard Youth Center

• Mt. Angel Community Foundation

• NW Habitat for Humanity

• JFK Booster Club

• Silverton's Center Stage

• Marion County Citizen's Band