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The Impressive Work of Foundations

The Covid-19 crisis is shining new light on the impressive work that foundations do to help families most at risk. Whether the personal fortunes of individuals, donor-advised local funding support, or long entrenched community partners, foundations are quickly activating dollars to address critical needs.

Operation Warm is proud to receive financial support from approximately 100 foundations all across the United States. We rely on this generosity to pilot new programs, support local municipalities, and provide emotional and physical warmth in disaster situations. Here are just a few examples of those currently making a difference:

Community Foundations

Community Foundations are public charities created with the intent of supporting people and programs in a specifically defined geographic area. There are almost 800 community foundations across the U.S that operate on the city, county, or even state level, like Operation Warm supporters The Community’s Foundation and The Chicago Trust. The Council on Foundations has put together a helpful list of community foundation Covid-19 resources currently available.

Family and Individual Foundations

We’ve all heard about the Chan-Zuckerberg Initiative and the Gates Foundation, but other family foundations like Operation Warm supporter The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation are having a huge impact. Click here to read more about their inspirational commitment to the city of  Baltimore:

Civic Foundations

The recent CARES Act has created complex legislation, labor, and business-related issues requiring navigation. The intersection of government, business, and community resources has created unparalleled opportunities for effective collaboration to do the most good. The US Chamber of Commerce Foundation has an excellent Coronavirus Response and Resource list, and is tracking corporate outreach as part of its Business for Good initiative.

Poverty Research Foundations

With many of the 2020 census activities stalled due to Covid-19, innovative foundations have begun to assess what poverty will look like during this next recession, and how to get help to the broadest group of families in need. Click here to read about a compelling study recently completed in Operation Warm’s hometown city of Philadelphia.

Public Service Foundations

During the transition to remote work, several foundations have taken up the mantle of addressing our social, emotional, and mental health needs during this pandemic. While we shelter in place it is still possible to enjoy a virtual exercise class, concert, or even skilled volunteer opportunity. Click here to go for a walk in the park, compliments of the National Parks Foundation.

Our Impact

  • Years of Service

    25

  • Total Children Served

    5,000,000+

  • Communities Served

    4,086

  • 2022-2023 Volunteer Hours

    125,000+

  • FedEx
  • Nordstrom
  • Thomas
  • IGS Energy
  • Exelon
  • Money Mart
  • Elks National Foundation, Inc.
  • The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation
  • Pat's Coats for Kids
  • Morgan Stanley
  • WW Smith
  • Lazard
  • Wells Fargo
  • Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation
  • Benjamin Moore
  • Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
  • Delilah Home
  • Rotary Districts
  • Mountain America
    Mountain America
  • The Chicago Community Trust and Affiliates
  • TJX
  • bpx energy
  • Delta
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Gerber
  • IAFF Local 2068 Fairfax County
  • PNC
  • EQT
  • AccuWeather
  • Operation North Pole
  • Rock 99.9 KISW
  • Scott Spino Foundation
  • Heinz
  • Marathon Petroleum
    Marathon Petroleum
  • Gynada
    Gynada
  • Accenture
    Accenture
  • Subaru
  • Amazon
    Amazon
  • Assistance League
    Assistance League
  • Bonzy
    Bonzy
  • Civitas
    Civitas
  • Ferrellgas
    Ferrellgas
  • Five Below
    Five Below
  • Fox Milwaukee
    Fox Milwaukee
  • Harvey Hanna
    Harvey Hanna
  • Hasbro
    Hasbro
  • Holtec
    Holtec
  • IATSE
    IATSE
  • Islamic Relief
    Islamic Relief
  • Kaiser
    Kaiser
  • Lake Trust
    Lake Trust
  • Lennox
    Lennox
  • Liuna
    Liuna
  • Molina
    Molina
  • NYC
    NYC
  • Ocean First
    Ocean First
  • Salvation Army
    Salvation Army
  • The Tepper Foundation
    The Tepper Foundation
  • wawa
    wawa
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