2026 HDR Foundation Grants

This CA$5,000 grant to A Better Life Foundation will provide meal services with dignity for members of the community facing homelessness, housing issues and unemployment. Our employees will support the Plenty of Plates initiative and participate in the prepping, serving and clean-up of these meals.

Employee sponsor: John Benner

This CA$5,000 grant to the Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC will support the Youth Mental Health Art Exhibition series through purchasing art supplies such as canvases, paints, brushes, a kiln and pottery wheel for participants experiencing mental health challenges, disability, grief and social isolation. Our employees will support exhibition set-up and volunteer at gallery openings to foster a more inclusive, supportive community.

Employee sponsor: Jason Heinrich

This CA$5,000 grant to Made by Momma will provide nourishment and care for newborns and postpartum mothers through funding two cooking events and two kit wrapping events. Our employees will prepare and cook meals that will be delivered to families in need and pack kits filled with essential items for newborns and recovering mothers.

Employee sponsor: Sheila De Torres

This CA$4,992 grant to Stephen’s Backpacks for Children in Need Society will fund materials to fill 117 backpacks for elementary and middle school students in low-income areas, including backpacks specifically for the winter months filled with hats, gloves, socks and blankets. Our employee volunteers will assemble these backpacks and write notes of encouragement for the students receiving them.

Employee sponsor: Suzi Martin

This US$9,500 grant to Access Period will provide essential period supply kits to 2,000 students across Omaha and Council Bluffs schools during the academic year. To address period poverty and get products to students in need, our employee volunteers will assemble the kits and assist with delivery to the partnered schools.

Employee sponsor: Abby Scott

This US$10,000 grant to The Ali Forney Center will launch the Healthy Futures Kit Initiative to provide wellness support and preventative care for youth experiencing homelessness in New York City. Our volunteers will assemble and distribute the wellness kits, take inventory of supplies and write personalized encouragement letters to youth receiving the kits. 

Employee sponsor: Daniel Siragusa

This US$9,975 grant to Alimentando Al Pueblo will fund 285 food boxes for the organization’s annual Back-to-School Bash, a free community event that helps more than 600 families meet basic nutritional needs and prepares children for a successful school year. Our employees will volunteer to distribute the culturally familiar food boxes, support family activities and connect with the community at the event.

Employee sponsor: Brianna Vazquez

This US$9,000 grant to the Blanchet House of Hospitality will support the health and well-being of guests staying at Bethanie’s Room, the nonprofit's overnight shelter that serves up to 75 women and gender-expansive individuals who are vulnerable to gender-based violence. Employees will craft over 490 breakfasts and 490 lunches, with remaining funds used to provide three months’ worth of shelf-stable snacks for the shelter. 

Employee sponsor: Sage Tixier

This US$9,997 grant to Blessings in a Backpack will fund meals for food-insecure children during weekends and extended school breaks to provide them with more consistent food access outside of school hours. Our employees will organize a dedicated volunteer day to prepare, package and distribute meals. 

Employee sponsor: Dacee Dickson

This US$6,154 grant to CASA Kane County will support the Activity Bags Initiative, serving children entering foster care due to abuse or neglect, often in abrupt situations. These activity bags, assembled by our employees, will include items such as small toys, sensory tools and personal care items to bring both practical support and emotional comfort to vulnerable youth. 

Employee sponsor: Benjamin Zeman

This US$10,000 grant to Centro De Salud Familiar La Fe will empower students at La Fe Preparatory School to achieve greater academic success by alleviating financial burdens through the backpack project. Assembled by our employees, 224 pre-K through fifth-grade students will receive a backpack filled with school supplies and a student uniform polo, enabling teachers and students to focus their time and energy on education.

Employee sponsor: Jose Rodriguez

This US$9,950 grant to Chattanooga Area Food Bank will fund the Pack the Sack program, which provides children with bags of food to take home over the weekend to bridge the gap when school meals are unavailable. Our volunteers will participate in several packing and assembly events to provide hands-on community support.

Employee sponsor: Robin Cranfill

This US$6,840 grant to Chicago Adventure Therapy will encourage outdoor recreation and community belonging along the African American Heritage Water Trail. Funds will be used to purchase water safety gear, such as life jackets, swim caps and goggles, providing community members with more opportunities and better access to outdoor activities in an urban area. Our employees will assist the Chicago Adventure Therapy staff with sessions aimed to teach participants water safety basics and welcome their involvement with activities like paddling and swimming. 

Employee sponsor: Erin Ure

This US$7,953 grant to Child Saving Institute will support children who arrive at the organization’s triage center, often having been removed from their home quickly and traumatically with minimal belongings following situations of neglect or abuse. Our volunteers will assemble clothing kits — each with a clean, full outfit — to help with the care and comfort of children experiencing these circumstances.

Employee sponsor: Peter Harvey

This US$10,000 grant to Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship will support the expansion of the farm’s nature center and garden to address the lack of access to therapeutic green spaces for underserved veterans, youth and individuals with disabilities. Our employees will help plant native flowers and shrubs, build and maintain garden beds, create accessible pathways and support other seasonal restoration projects. 

Employee sponsor: Lauren Kennedy

This US$2,100 grant to The Foundation for Hospital Art will fund materials for a painting event at the National Jewish Health Morgridge Academy care facility, which provides a space for K-12 students to continue education during treatment for cancer or other diagnoses. Alongside the students, our employees will paint murals and provide a memorable moment of creativity and confidence, as well as improve the facility’s learning environment to promote healing and joy during periods of extended recovery. 

Employee sponsor: Olivia Childress

This US$9,941 grant to Foundation for Orange County Public Schools will install garden spaces and outdoor learning environments in six schools within the district, many of which are located in food deserts and low-income areas. Our volunteers will help construct the garden beds and demonstrate seed planting at the unveiling event, giving students a deeper level of education and appreciation for the environment. 

Employee sponsor: Anna Perry 

This US$7,071 grant to the Greater Newark Conservancy will improve the environmental sustainability of urban agriculture by reducing the carbon footprint and transitioning to the use of organic materials for seedling production. Our employees will help prepare 1,000 seedlings that will be distributed for fall planting and assist with the installation of seedling equipment and a new green roof for the chicken coop.

Employee sponsor: Ruthann Richards

This US$5,000 grant to Hope Austin will fund weekend meal kits for up to 1,000 students who might otherwise go hungry when school meals aren’t available. Our employees will assemble the weekend meal kits — each with two breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks — that will be discreetly distributed to students to eliminate the stigma associated with food assistance. 

Employee sponsor: Srikanth Koneru

This US$9,750 grant to House of Ruth will fund the purchase of garden beds, plants, paving materials, outdoor seating and other landscape improvements to provide its residents — who are rebuilding from cases of homelessness or abuse — a safe green space to enjoy. Our employees will assist with concept planning and outdoor space design, support purchasing lists for landscaping activities and take part in the installation of a nature oasis. 

Employee sponsor: Gozde Yildirim

This US$10,000 grant to I Have a Dream Foundation – Dallas will provide underserved youth with computers, a smart board, speakers and school supplies in support of Maple Lawn Elementary’s after-school program. Our employees will take part in the entire process — purchasing the needed technology, installing the equipment and teaching students how to use the new equipment. 

Employee sponsor: Macey Taylor

This US$10,000 grant to International WeLoveU Foundation will support the next phase of the Mom’s Garden Project, purchasing shrubs, native trees, mulch, garden supplies and other habitat enhancers to address a growing community need for green spaces. In a hands-on volunteer opportunity, our employees will participate in the full execution of planting and habitat installation to support environmental health and biodiversity within the community.

Employee sponsor: Sophia Cinamella

This US$9,376 grant to the Mental Health Association of Essex & Morris will help replace furniture in the nonprofit’s Prospect House, a psychosocial rehabilitation program that hosts more than 100 adults living with serious, persistent mental illnesses. New furniture, installed by our employees, will include picnic tables for the cafeteria, sensory room tables and a coffee station cabinet to transform these communal spaces into a welcoming environment for recovery.

Employee sponsor: Ruthann Richards

This US$9,998 grant to Penelope House will provide comfort to women and children in need of safety and emergency shelter from situations of domestic violence. The grant will fund bedding, fans, towels, personal hygiene products, backpacks and more to better the comfort, health and hygiene of families at the emergency shelter. Our employees will hold a clothing drive during domestic violence awareness month in October to collect pajamas for Penelope House visitors, an item often forgotten about in clothing donations.

Employee sponsor: Theresa Watkins

This US$9,199 grant to Pennington County Search & Rescue will improve the safety of the Black Hills region, a popular tourist destination with attractions like Mount Rushmore and Badlands National Park. The grant will fund a thermal drone to assist search and rescue operations, making it more efficient to locate distressed visitors in hazardous terrain or poor conditions. Our employees will support a Pennington County Search and Rescue training exercise by being human subjects to test rescue operations. 

Employee sponsor: Gunnar Ensz

This US$9,200 grant to the Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network will fund essential school supplies for school-aged children and adults with Down syndrome to provide financial relief as they enter the upcoming academic year and participate in educational, vocational and life-skill activities. Our employees will collect supplies like backpacks, folders, notebooks, writing supplies and more for these back-to-school kits, then help assemble and distribute them to families. 

Employee sponsor: Monica Calhoun

This US$9,996 grant to Porchlight will fund the purchase and installation of a computer lab at its men’s shelter, providing technology access for job search and educational opportunities for individuals experiencing homelessness. Our employees will set up the computer lab equipment and coordinate a volunteer event at the shelter. 

Employee sponsor: Grant Schwab

This US$5,000 grant to Project Mom Bags will provide care packages for new mothers and children in the cardiac intensive care unit and neonatal intensive care unit to bring them care and support through long, unexpected hospital stays after giving birth. Our employees will assemble, load and deliver these bags, filled with comfort items and self-care products, to local hospitals in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. 

Employee sponsor: Darlene Snow

This US$10,000 grant to Richfield STEM PTO will help fund an outdoor classroom and garden-based STEM program at Richfield STEM Elementary by purchasing playground-safe mulch, benches, irrigation systems, signage and other supplies. Our employees will plant and assemble materials this fall and again in the spring to install multi-lingual signage, provided by our creative team.

Employee sponsor: Angela Piner

This US$10,000 grant to Sleep in Heavenly Peace – Charleston will fund materials for 20 bunk beds, including mattresses and bedding, for kids who do not have a comfortable place to lay their heads at night. Our employees will participate in a bed build day, where they will work with Sleep in Heavenly Peace volunteers to assemble the beds and deliver them to homes throughout the Charleston community. 

Employee sponsor: Weaver Kirkpatrick

This US$1,385 grant to The Relatives will fund 50 essential clothing kits for youth and young adults experiencing homelessness and crisis situations. Employees will sort donated items, organize inventory and assemble the clothing kits to provide vulnerable youth with new, high-quality basics to support their hygiene, dignity and comfort. 

Employee sponsor: Sarah Kulpa

This US$5,909 grant to Therapeutic Riding of Tucson will improve the entry gate of the therapy facility for the safety of both those with disabilities and the horses in the adaptive riding program. Our employees will help with demolition and construction to transform the narrow, manual gate into a more secure, automated entrance to the property. 

Employee sponsor: Maria Altemus

This US$10,000 grant to Tree Trust will fund the purchase of trees to be planted in a local park to help address urban canopy loss and environmental health challenges in the area. Our employees will work alongside Tree Trust staff to plant 50 trees. 

Employee sponsor: Elizabeth Mitchell

This US$9,300 grant to West Elementary School will fund materials for a storage shed to be built by building trades students at Richard McKenna Charter School. The shed will provide storage for a fleet of bikes donated to West Elementary through an HDR Foundation grant to All Kids Bike in 2025. Our employees will mentor the building trades students as they finalize the shed plans; host lunch-and-learn sessions to connect students with career pathways in science, technology, engineering and math; and help deliver and install the storage shed at West Elementary. 

Employee sponsor: David Modde

This CA$7,761 grant will support Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation, an organization dedicated to providing emergency veterinary care and rehabilitation to more than 2,000 injured and orphaned wild animals each year. This funding will be used for the purchasing and installation of species-appropriate brooder tubs to expand AIWC’s capacity to care for orphaned ducklings during peak intake season. Through better living conditions and faster rehabilitation, animal welfare outcomes and overall survival rates will be improved.

Employee sponsor: James Hudyma | Calgary, AB

MineralsEd encourages and supports earth science, mineral resources and mining education in schools. This CA$6,065 grant will fund the necessary supplies and materials for 30 workshops that promote early engagement and literacy in science, technology, engineering and math, as well as foster awareness of natural resources. These workshops will reach around 750 students between grades 4-7 across British Columbia.

Employee sponsor: Kylie Williams | Vancouver, BC

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The American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) mission is to develop and deliver quality youth soccer programs that promote physical activity, community connection and equitable access for all children. This US$9,900 grant will impact about 500 children and students in AYSO Region 248, where families are struggling with rising participation costs and volunteer coaches lack essential training tools. The grant will fund jerseys, first aid kits and soccer balls to ensure every child feels prepared, included and confident on the field.

Employee sponsor: Tim Gentile

The Black River Railroad Historical Trust is an organization of volunteers with a passion for railroading and local history. This US$7,357 grant will be used to purchase and install HVAC equipment in the museum car, resulting in stable, year-round temperatures for both museum contents and visitors, enhancing their experience and engagement in railroad history.

Employee sponsor: Richard Sepe 

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, healthy and caring members of society. This US$27,598 grant will fund the development and implementation of a youth greenhouse program, including materials and equipment needed to grow produce. 

Employee sponsor: Mark Pohlmann 

Cal Poly Pomona Philanthropic Foundation is a public polytechnic research university with just under 8,000 students enrolled in one of 13 engineering disciplines. This US$68,422 grant will support the BEYOND Engineering Classroom initiative, which will utilize mobile vans to connect with underserved K-12 students and cultivate an early interest in engineering. Each van will be equipped with tools such as 3D printers, laser scanners, drones and VR headsets — all vital for student-centered learning and community engagement.

Employee sponsor: Stacy Soewono

The CLC Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with persistent disabilities and the development of innovative programs to support the needs of those served. This US$29,100 grant will support the construction of additional shelters for therapy horses that the foundation uses as a unique, nature-based experience to grow connections between community members and the environment. With space for more horses, the program can expand opportunities beyond the 900 current participants, as well as families and caregivers.  

Employee sponsor: Laura Barca 

Dorothea Dix Park Conservancy supports the creation and long-term success of Dix Park as a vital public space that fosters connection, creativity and well-being. With an increasing number of park visitors in this urban area, this US$34,900 grant will fund the enhancement of natural surroundings through native planting materials such as shrubs, grasses and groundcovers. These materials will increase the park’s biodiversity and further environmental stewardship for all who visit. 

Employee sponsor: Michael Rantilla 

Engineers in Action break the barriers that perpetuate poverty by ensuring safe access to water, sanitation, healthcare, education and more — all while developing the local capacity to sustain and expand that access for generations to come. This US$34,864 grant will fund materials and equipment for two school water supply projects designed for long-term reliability in rural Eswatini. Each installation is paired with local training for school staff and community members to ensure sustained functionality over time. 

Employee sponsor: Greg Zeiss 

Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools exists to support students, empower educators and strengthen schools through philanthropy. This US$10,879 grant will fund industry-standard fabrication and biotechnology tools for the Science Focus Program in the school district. Approximately 100 students who attend this 9th through 12th curriculum annually will have the opportunity to use equipment like a 3D printer, laser cutting systems and gel electrophoresis systems to advance their skills and confidence in science and engineering problem solving. 

Employee sponsor: Glen Williams 

Friends of the Children breaks generational cycles of poverty and trauma by empowering youth through relationships with professional mentors, improving their overall well-being beyond difficulties. This US$14,477 grant will fund new desks, computers and educational resources for learning and literacy spaces so enrolled children can reach their fullest academic potential. 

Employee sponsor: Terrence Stulc 

The Garden Foundation supports and enhances the lives of adults with disabilities by providing a place of education, inspiration, independence and inclusion. This US$48,000 grant will fund the development of a dedicated sensory room and an adjacent learning space within the foundation’s new campus. These spaces will be integrated into daily programming as proactive support, ensuring that individuals with higher sensory needs can fully access opportunities that lead to greater independence. 

Employee sponsor: Nicholas Eggen 

Heartland Conservation Alliance works with partners to protect, connect and restore the Blue River watershed and its urban greenspaces for the benefit and enjoyment of all. This US$35,000 grant will advance restoration and community engagement along the river by combining ecological improvements with hands-on environmental education and stewardship opportunities. The grant will fund additions such as kayaks and public address systems for river tours, educational and wayfinding signage, native plants and waterline installation. 

Employee sponsor: Laura Vander Meulen 

Live by Living connects cancer survivors and caregivers with nature and one another by offering free activities like skiing, paddling, cycling and much more. This US$30,008 grant will support essential equipment — such as poles, backpacks, skis, snowshoes, and medical and audio equipment — for hikes that range from walks on paved surfaces to multi-week hiking-based conditioning programs that help enable survivors to reduce anxiety, depression and fatigue.

Employee sponsor: Blaine Dwyer 

Metro Blooms mission is to move toward environmental justice by partnering with communities to nurture and support thriving ecosystems. This US$9,500 grant will provide environmental education programming for 50 to 70 youth and young adults across the diverse neighborhoods of south Minneapolis. These funds will go to landscaping supplies, mulch, plants and sustainable land care training kits for participants.

Employee sponsor: Ryan Fucci 

The National Quilt Museum honors today’s quilters and inspires future quilters with exceptional exhibitions, education and programming.  This US$8,533 grant will drive an initiative to use quilting to teach geometry through the science, technology, engineering, arts and math curriculum, fostering innovative, sustainable education by combining art and math to inspire the next generation of learners.

Employee sponsor: Sheryl Chino 

Onward Industries supports creative growth and builds community outdoors through arts and science education in an area where there is a disconnect between the coastal environment that defines the region and students who live there. This US$12,500 grant will fund equipment, materials and field-based learning tools that enable safe, hands-on coastal education at the nonprofit’s Catalina Island site. Greater engagement in this program will promote stewardship among a generation that is required to not only understand marine environments but feel a sense of responsibility to protect them. 

Employee sponsor: Eric Banghart 

Partnership 4 Hope empowers young adults transitioning from systems of care to build stable, fulfilling lives through mentorship, education and a supportive network that fosters connection and belonging. This US$7,800 grant will support the Launchpad Home Project by providing household essentials such as a washer and dryer unit and a freezer chest so these young adults can learn practical life skills and build stability in their lives. 

Pope's Place provides individualized care for children and young adults with exceptional medical needs to strengthen themselves, their families and the community. This US$70,000 grant will allow for greater belonging for people of all abilities by funding adaptive playground equipment tailored to those served. Items such as a wheelchair accessible glider and outdoor sensory toys will not only support inclusive play but also essential rehabilitation goals. 

Employee sponsor: Marnie Boomer 

The Rocky Mountain Field Institute actively engages thousands of community volunteers every year through the completion of trail and restoration projects that help conserve and protect treasured public landscapes. With Pikes Peak being the most visited mountain in the U.S. with nearly 600,000 visitors each year, a US$5,300 grant will benefit the Devil's Playground Trail, an area in poor condition that receives no annual maintenance. Funding will be used for tools and equipment to aid the work crew and volunteers in maintaining this trail and protecting the ecosystem.

Employee sponsor: Lorenzo Young 

Skiku is a statewide program that promotes cross-country skiing and wellness benefits through the development of local ski programs. Skiing is an incredibly healthy, challenging and sustainable sport that invites people to appreciate their natural environment. This US$52,667 grant will be used to purchase trail grooming decks that make skiing in rural villages more accessible and enjoyable, especially for older adults and children who may lack the motor skills to ski on rough trails.  

Employee sponsor: Brittany Hippe 

Veterans Community Project is an organization — built by veterans, for veterans — that believes in restoring dignity to those who served through providing thoughtfully built homes designed with veteran needs in mind. This US$75,000 grant will increase the outreach of the Veterans Community Project through a mobile outreach van that will expand the impact on surrounding rural areas of the Greater Sioux Falls region by meeting individuals experiencing homelessness where they are.

Employee sponsor: Elizabeth Coday 

Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado engages thousands of people every year to provide a volunteer workforce for recreation and habitat improvement projects that take place in every corner of Colorado. This US$11,397 grant will help to remodel the organization’s operations center kitchen and food storage area, which is the hub for all food and meals going out for conservation projects across Colorado.

Employee sponsor: Peter Brask 

The Wild Way strives to provide expedition-based, outdoor experiences for girls to build confidence, resilience, and curiosity. Hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, caving and horseback riding are just a few examples of activities The Wild Way provides. This US$8,346 grant will provide equipment and supplies, including a trailer, life jackets and first aid kits to be used for a stand-up paddleboarding camp that will continue to facilitate new experiences for girls. 

Employee sponsor: Alison Matthiessen