Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Sacramento

What it reported doing in 2025

During 2025, the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SACHCC) continued its mission of strengthening the regional economy by supporting Hispanic-owned businesses, fostering entrepreneurship, advocating for equitable economic opportunities, and building connections among businesses, government, and community partners throughout the Greater Sacramento region.The Chamber served as a convener for the regional business community by hosting monthly networking events, educational programs, ribbon cuttings, business forums, and signature events that strengthened professional relationships and created opportunities for business growth. Throughout the year, the Chamber welcomed new members while supporting a growing network of businesses ranging from entrepreneurs and small businesses to major employers and public agencies.Advocacy remained a central focus of the Chamber's work. SACHCC represented the interests of Hispanic-owned and small businesses through engagement with local, regional, state, and federal leaders on issues including economic development, workforce development, procurement, entrepreneurship, digital access, and public policy. The Chamber participated in regional coalitions, economic development initiatives, and public policy discussions to ensure the Hispanic business community had a voice in decisions affecting the region's economic future.The Chamber also partnered with businesses, educational institutions, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations to deliver educational workshops, business resources, and technical assistance. Services were provided in both English and Spanish to increase accessibility and reduce barriers for entrepreneurs and business owners.A major milestone during 2025 was the release and promotion of the third edition of the Hispanic Economic Report, providing data and recommendations that informed regional conversations around workforce development, business growth, education, and inclusive economic prosperity. The Chamber used the report to engage business leaders, policymakers, and community partners in advancing strategies that strengthen the regional economy.Collectively, the Chamber's programs, advocacy efforts, partnerships, and member services expanded opportunities for businesses, strengthened cross-sector collaboration, and advanced the organization's mission of building a thriving and inclusive regional economy.2025 Program Highlights Hosted monthly networking and business engagement programs, including Buenos Das, Buenas Tardes, ribbon cuttings, educational workshops, and member forums. Released and promoted the third edition of the Hispanic Economic Report for the Greater Sacramento region. Convened business, government, education, and nonprofit leaders through signature events and economic development initiatives. Continued advocacy efforts on behalf of Hispanic-owned businesses through public policy engagement, regional partnerships, and civic leadership. Expanded bilingual outreach and business support to increase access to Chamber programs and services.

Financial Efficiency

• Mission deployment rate: 91.2%; rating input score 91
• Program expense ratio: 78.4%; rating input score 78
• Fundraising efficiency: $14.52 raised per $1 spent on fundraising; rating input score 46; 46th percentile among comparable filings

Transparency & Controls

• Consistency checks: 91.7%; rating input score 92; 15th percentile among comparable filings
• Pay-setting controls: Limited
• Foreign activity oversight: Limited
• Grant itemization coverage: Limited
• Major donor itemization: Yes; rating input score 100
• Related-party transparency: Limited

Accountability

• Independent voting board: 100%; rating input score 100; 64th percentile among comparable filings
• Governance controls: 6 of 8 controls in place; rating input score 75
  • Conflict-of-interest policy: Pass
  • Whistleblower policy: Pass
  • Document-retention policy: Pass
  • CEO compensation review process: Pass
  • Other executive compensation review process: NotApplicable
  • Form 990 shared with the board: Pass
  • Board meeting minutes documented: Pass
  • Audit committee oversight: Missing
  • Independent financial-statement audit: Fail

Sustainability

• Operating margin: -16.3%; rating input score 8; 8th percentile among comparable filings
• Total-asset coverage ratio: 0.38; rating input score 19; 19th percentile among comparable filings
• Liabilities to assets ratio: 0.74; rating input score 7; 7th percentile among comparable filings
• Officer compensation ratio: 17.9%; rating input score 19; 19th percentile among comparable filings

Growth

• Program expense growth: 10.9% per year; rating input score 100; 60th percentile among comparable filings
• Revenue growth: 2.1% per year; rating input score 100; 20th percentile among comparable filings
• Asset growth: 9.5% per year; rating input score 100; 53rd percentile among comparable filings