Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is a public charity based in Vancouver, Washington. It serves the Southwest Washington business community through programs, events, services, and advocacy, with offerings that include business development resources, leadership events, and networking opportunities.
Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce at a glance
- Total assets
- $1,670,672
- +29.6% vs 2024
- Revenue (2025)
- $1,585,430
- +5.6% vs 2024
- Net investment income (2025)
- $1,341
- -84.9% vs 2024
- Expenses (2025)
- $1,602,617
- +12.7% vs 2024
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
- Contact
Mailing address: 1111 Main Street 201, Vancouver, WA 98660
Phone: (360) 694-2588
Website: https://vancouverusa.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce funds
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Chamber describes its service community as Southwest Washington. The 2020 recipients listed in the available information are based in Vancouver, Battle Ground, and Ridgefield, Washington.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 199 grants totaling $5.3M.
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,670,672 | $1,585,430 | $1,602,617 | — | — | $1,341 |
| 2024 | $1,289,411 | $1,500,867 | $1,421,482 | — | — | $8,892 |
| 2023 | $898,035 | $1,129,787 | $1,253,388 | — | — | $19 |
| 2022 | $1,328,403 | $1,373,165 | $1,169,375 | — | — | $19 |
| 2021 | $1,726,723 | $925,436 | $837,267 | — | — | $26 |
| 2020 | $1,327,577 | $6,023,168 | $5,992,092 | $5,263,427 | 199 | $18 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Chamber states that it serves the Southwest Washington business community through programs, events, and services, for businesses ranging from corporate headquarters to small neighborhood shops. Its Business Pathways to Opportunity and Development (POD) program offers resources to existing business owners, start-ups, and people developing business ideas. Other stated activities include women’s leadership programs, legislative updates and advocacy, youth entrepreneurship through Lemonade Day, and events that connect businesses and community members.
The Chamber’s 2020 giving included organizations with varied missions. Family Solutions described its work as providing behavioral health services to children, youth, and families. Northwest Association for Blind Athletes said it provides sports and physical-activity opportunities to people who are blind or visually impaired. Partners in Careers described its work as helping people become economically self-sufficient through resources, training, and job placement. Other listed recipients included organizations focused on veterans, downtown economic development, competitive swimming, symphonic music and education, and the YWCA Clark County’s mission to eliminate racism and empower women.
Grantmaking
The IRS filing reports no grants for 2023, 2024, or 2025. The listed 2020 awards include $30,000 each to Family Solutions Inc., Northwest Association for Blind Athletes, Northwest Battle Buddies, Partners in Careers, Ridgefield Main Street, Vancouver Swim Club Inc., Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, and YWCA Clark County.
The Chamber’s filing describes fundraising and visibility for small business grants as part of its Business & Leadership Awards, but does not provide application instructions for those grants. Its website describes nonprofit training and fundraising support, including guidance for organizations participating in Give More 24!, rather than an application process for grants from the Chamber.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Officers and directors listed on the 2025 filing include John Dombroski, Chair; Debra Carnes, Vice Chair; Teresa Petrie, Treasurer; Tamara Fuller, At Large; and board members Mandy Henrikson, Nelson Holmberg, Leann Caver, Cliff Myers, Rick Campfield, and Nathaniel Dick.
Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is led by John Dombroski, Chair since 2023 (on filings since 2020); 1 of 23 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
John Dombroski
Chair
Chair Elect → Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John McDonagh
C.e.o.
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$110K (2020) → $149K (2025)
Debra Carnes
Vice Chair
Board Member → Vice Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jim West
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Julianna Marler
At Large
Vice Chair → At Large, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nelson Holmberg
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tamara Fuller
At Large
Chair → At Large, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steve Niemi
Board Member
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cliff Myers
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lori Reed
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Pat Kiely
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sherri McMillan
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tony Johnson
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Allison Pauletto
Board Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Peter Clarke
Board Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Amy Reeves
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Leann Caver
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mandy Henrikson
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nathaniel Dick
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nicole Sherman
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rick Campfield
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sherri Bennett
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Teresa Petrie
Treasurer
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (22)
- Former: Amy O'Hara (2020–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Ed Duvall (2020–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Kevin Getch (2020–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Lisa Goecke (2020–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Max Ault (2020–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Stacey Smith (2020–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Brian Bortvedt (2021–2024) — Treasurer
- Former: Narek Daniyelyan (2022–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Cirith Anderson (2023–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Jeff Snell (2023–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Kelly Walsh (2024) — Board Member
- Former: Ben Hoskins (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Leanne Bremer (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Steven Webb (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Ben Bagherpour (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Ginger Schmidt (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Obie Ford III (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Mike Merlino (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Carol Bua (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Eric Sawyer (2020) — Board Member
- Former: John Bork (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Kendra Laratta (2020) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $149K, to John McDonagh (C.E.O.).
Frequently asked questions about Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
How large is Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce?
Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce reported $1.7M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.6M.
What does Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce fund?
The Chamber states that it serves the Southwest Washington business community through programs, events, and services, for businesses ranging from corporate headquarters to small neighborhood shops. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce?
Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check vancouverusa.com for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
Where does Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce make grants?
The Chamber describes its service community as Southwest Washington. The 2020 recipients listed in the available information are based in Vancouver, Battle Ground, and Ridgefield, Washington.
What is Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce's EIN?
Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 91-0452260. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 12, 2021)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 20, 2026)
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