Trump gathers 60+ CEOs for a first-of-its-kind White House luncheon to promote faith-based charity and economic revival.

White House Luncheon Unites Faith, Business, and Policy

President Donald Trump hosted more than 60 CEOs and business leaders at the White House on Monday, marking a new chapter in the administration’s efforts to merge faith-based values with economic policy. The event, held in the State Dining Room, celebrated business leaders who donate their time and resources to faith-based charities, both domestically and abroad.

The president, accompanied by Cabinet secretaries and top advisors, used the luncheon to thank the assembled executives and encourage continued collaboration with the White House Faith Office. Notable attendees included Hobby Lobby founder David Greene, Jockey International CEO Debra Waller, Quest Events founder Lee Dunlap, Aethon Energy founder Albert Huddleston, and Shoppa’s Material Handling founder Jimmy Shoppa.

Senior advisor Pastor Paula White, Faith Director Jenny Korn, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler also addressed the gathering. Together, they underscored the importance of engaging business leaders in policy initiatives rooted in compassion and service.

Faith Office at the Center of Administration’s Agenda

During his remarks, President Trump emphasized the White House Faith Office’s role in his broader agenda. Established by executive order in February, the office works with faith-based organizations, community groups, and houses of worship to help families and communities nationwide. According to officials, the office advises on policy shifts that better align with American values and empowers entities to deliver support in areas such as foster care, adoption, fatherhood initiatives, poverty alleviation, substance abuse prevention, and prisoner reentry programs.

“These are purpose-driven individuals who use their wealth for good in the Earth,” a senior official stated, highlighting the event’s goal of uniting faith and economic leadership to “Make America Great Again—spiritually and financially.”

Pastor Paula White echoed this message: “President Trump is not only making America affordable, prosperous and strong again — he is making our country faith-centered again. CEOs and business leaders who give back their time and treasure is what America is all about.”

The White House described the luncheon as the first event of its kind, intentionally convening leaders who are deeply engaged in charitable work across the globe. By strengthening partnerships between business and faith communities, the administration aims to create lasting change and advance its vision of prosperity rooted in service and compassion.

As the Faith Office continues to grow under the Domestic Policy Council, the White House signals that faith-driven philanthropy and economic innovation will remain central to its policy agenda. The collaboration launched at Monday’s event is expected to shape new initiatives designed to address some of the nation’s most pressing social challenges.