The Mercer Chamber Foundation, Inc. was established in 2023 and is dedicated to advancing local and regional quality of life in Mercer County through various educational, leadership, cultural, artistic, historical, and community enhancement programs, events, and activities. The Mercer Chamber Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization that supports the Ruth Ann Bryant Conover Education Center Scholarship, Mercer Youth Leadership Program, Mercer Adult Leadership Program, Lean-to Green Environmental Program, Pioneer Days Festival, and the Kentucky Heritage Jazz Festival.