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Help choose Maximus Foundation 2026 grantee partners!

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Voting is open through Friday, July 10. Feel free to update your choices any time before the deadline. Your voice matters — thank you for taking part in shaping this year’s grant cycle!

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Learn more about the Impact Grant finalists

Impact Grant recipients will be awarded $150,000 over three consecutive years ($50,000 each year). This grant’s focus is ensuring food access for all, supporting organizations that work to ensure consistent access to nutritious and culturally meaningful food for all individuals and families.

Meet our finalists
Review the table below and learn about the Impact Grant nonprofit finalists to assist you in completing the second part of your ballot. You may vote for up to ten (10) nonprofit organizations.

 Employee Voting Description
Cornerstones Virginia For 56 years, Cornerstones has been a leader in addressing immediate needs and systemic issues regarding hunger and homelessness in Northern Virginia. We ensure food access through our ASAPP pantry program, which provides healthy food and other basic needs to over 6,000 food insecure residents each year, and our Food Hub, which provides food resources to 15 other Northern Virginia food pantry programs. Cornerstones’ staff and volunteers provide more than 16,000 children and adults with client-centered, trauma-informed assistance that addresses the root causes of poverty and provides resources, information, and referrals to meet urgent needs, strengthen families, and build opportunity.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Richmond Virginia Ronald McDonald House Charities of Richmond provides essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare.
RMHC Richmond has served Virginia since 1980 and now welcomes over 26,000 families annually through two full-service Houses and four in-hospital programs. RMHC Richmond offers a home-away-from-home with free warm meals, stocked kitchen and pantry, lodging, laundry services, comfort and hygiene items, transportation, and more. RMHC Richmond's approach increases access to specialty pediatric healthcare and mitigates food insecurity, ensuring families have their essential needs met while devoting unforeseen and often scarce resources to medical treatment.
DC Central Kitchen Washington, DC DC Central Kitchen uses food as a tool to strengthen bodies, empower minds, and build communities. Our holistic model provides culinary training and employment to hundreds of people experiencing barriers to employment annually, while serving thousands of healthy, locally sourced meals each day, to food insecure adults and school children to address the immediate effects and root causes of hunger in our community. In our 35 years of operations, we have served over 50 million meals, prevented 36 million pounds of food waste, and trained more than 2,300 people for culinary careers.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Georgia Georgia With a mission to serve our neighbors with love and respect, St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) Georgia delivers help, hope, and pathways to self-sufficiency- offering food, housing, and healing. Our vision is to support and foster a more just and compassionate Georgia, where every neighbor lives with dignity and opportunity. Through our 40 food pantries, access to stable housing initiatives, and the only charitable pharmacy in the state of Georgia, SVdP Georgia meets our neighbors where they are, on the road to independence
Houston Food Bank Texas Houston Food Bank (HFB) is the nation's largest food bank, established in 1982 with a mission to provide food for better lives. We partner with more than 1,600 food pantries, shelters, social service providers, and schools to distribute nutritious meals to those in need. Like the Maximus Foundation, HFB is dedicated to ensuring food access for all and we strive daily to achieve this by addressing hunger as a symptom of poverty, providing access to transformative resources, and advocating for systemic changes to improve the lives of our neighbors in our 18-county service area.
Extra Table Incorporated Mississippi Extra Table FEEDS is a statewide nonprofit food bank launched in 2009 by restaurateur Robert St. John to make a difference in the lives of Mississippians by fundraising in order to stock food pantries and soup kitchens across the state with wholesome nutritious food. Every month Extra Table, based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, delivers $85,000 worth of healthy food to our 63 pantry partners’ doorsteps for free. Our method of fundraising, food procurement, and distribution is the most efficient and effective way to ensure a constant source of healthy food to our neighbors in need across the state.
Midland Care Connection Kansas Midland Care serves the elderly, terminally ill, and homebound people of eastern Kansas through hospice, home health, palliative care, meals on wheels, and grief and loss service programs. Our organization primarily aligns with the Maximus Foundation through our commitment to health care and nutrition access for underserved communities.
Celebration Foundation Florida The Celebration Foundation was founded by Disney in 1996, with operating principles to create a strong and caring community. The Foundation serves as a focal point for volunteer activities by enlisting support and resources that will meet needs within Celebration and the surrounding area. Our focus is to encourage the spirit of volunteerism by inviting people to share their time, talent and ideas to stimulate the development of innovative community programs that improve lives. Celebration Foundation's mission is building better community through the arts, culture and education.
Just Food Kansas Our mission is to end hunger in our community by increasing access to healthy foods, reducing barriers to health and well-being, and cultivating self-sufficiency.
Go Austin Vamos Austin Texas GAVA organizes and mobilizes community power to reduce barriers to health while increasing institutional capacity to respond to the people who need support most. We envision a future in which a person’s neighborhood, income, race, ethnicity, primary language, and/or immigration status no longer serve as predictors of health outcomes. We focus on neighborhoods disproportionately impacted by chronic disease, climate shocks/stressors, and other social determinants created by societal factors. We organize and collaborate with directly impacted communities and trusted partners, to drive transformational outcomes in climate resilience, food justice, early childhood health, and neighborhood stability.
Uplift Charity California To assist and empower the community, one family at a time.
Loudoun Hunger Relief Virginia Loudoun Hunger Relief (LHR) is committed to eliminating food insecurity by providing access to nutritious food, building community connections, and expanding educational opportunities. LHR's mission aligns with the Maximus Foundation's goal of ensuring food access for all. We believe that food is a basic right. We also share the Maximus Foundation's commitment to driving change through strategic partnerships, and we believe that by working together, we can make the world a better place. We are a local organization with deep roots--and deep impact--in our community, serving 14,000 individuals each year.
Community Harvest Food Bank of Northeast IN Indiana Community Harvest Food Bank of NE IN is seeking to alleviate hunger through the full use of donated food and other resources.
Second Mile Mission Center Texas Second Mile Mission Center ensures that families facing food insecurity have reliable access to nutritious groceries while addressing the root causes that keep households vulnerable. Serving neighbors across the Greater Houston area, Second Mile pairs consistent food assistance with education, employment support, and financial coaching to help families stabilize and move forward. This approach aligns with Maximus Foundation’s commitment to access by removing barriers to basic needs, strengthening household resilience, and creating pathways toward long-term self-sufficiency so every family has the opportunity to thrive.
Christian Service Center Texas The Christian Service Center exists to meet the essential needs of individuals and families experiencing economic hardship by providing financial assistance, food, clothing, dental assistance and supportive services. The Christian Service Center has served the community of Abilene for over 60 years. We envision a community where neighbors have access to basic needs and opportunities to improve their well-being. We partner with local organizations and volunteers so we can support pathways toward self-sufficiency, mutual support, and long-term stability for our neighbors.
Presente! Maine Maine Presente! Maine is a grassroots, mutual aid organization by and for displaced and dispossessed Afro/Indigenous-Latines in Maine. With our community, we codesign and implement survival programs that proactively address our most urgent public health, climate, and human rights struggles, while also working within systems of power to create a more equitable, joyful, and resilient future.
Food Bank Northwest Indiana Indiana To feed people today, and end hunger tomorrow by inspiring and collaborating with our community.
Feed More Virginia Feed More is the core hunger relief organization in Central Virginia with the mission to reduce food insecurity and the vision no one shall go hungry. Our service area spans 29 counties and five cities in Central Virginia, stretching from the Northern Neck all the way down to the North Carolina border. Feed More's comprehensive hunger relief programs provide our neighbors experiencing food insecurity with access to healthy food and nutritious meals, distributing 40 million pounds of food annually to an estimated 250,000 individuals.
YWCA San Antonio Texas YWCA San Antonio is a community-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering women through trauma-informed, holistic services. We strengthen individuals and families by providing safe housing, workforce development, childcare, youth programs, and survivor-centered supports. Through residential services and early childhood programs, YWCA San Antonio directly addresses food insecurity by ensuring families have reliable access to nutritious meals as a foundation for stability and long-term well-being—advancing the Maximus Foundation goals of Building Strong Communities and Supporting Individuals & Families.
Trillium Health New York Trillium Health is a community-focused nonprofit dedicated to providing compassionate, judgment-free, and affordable healthcare for everyone. We specialize in advancing health access for underserved populations through primary care, behavioral health, HIV prevention and treatment, supportive services, and our Food Pantry. Our work aligns closely with the Maximus Foundation’s commitment to community-led change, promoting health and wellbeing, and strengthening communities. By addressing barriers to care, reducing health barriers, and supporting individuals and families through integrated care, we create meaningful, lasting impact in the communities we serve.

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Learn more about the Community Choice Grant finalists

Community Choice Grant recipients will receive a one-time grant of $10,000. These nonprofits are finalists because they have a proven track record of centering the vision and needs of the people closest to the problems they are working to solve, and they align with one or more of our Foundation’s impact themes.

Meet our finalists
Review the table below of all the Community Choice Grant nonprofit finalists, followed by an explanation of our impact themes to assist you in completing the first part of your ballot. You may vote for up to ten (10) nonprofit organizations.

 Employee Voting Description
Friends of Guest House Virginia Reducing homelessness At Friends of Guest House (Guest House), our mission is to provide formerly incarcerated women the structure, supervision, support, and assistance they need to move beyond who they were to become who they want to be. We believe in women, families, and second chances envisioning a world where your past does not define your future.
East Texas Crisis Center Texas Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence The programs and services are designed to provide safety, shelter and education to adult victims and their children impacted by family violence, sexual assault or dating violence. ETCC provides safety planning & crisis intervention services for individuals impacted by family violence and/or sexual assault. Services include: risk assessment, assistance with Protective Orders, court & hospital accompaniment, support groups, crisis counseling, peer counseling, referrals to community resources, 24-hour hotline and emergency shelter. Screening, access & accompaniment to safe houses or to the emergency shelter in Smith County. ETCC provides safety planning & crisis intervention services for individuals impacted by family violence and/or sexual assault. Services include: risk assessment, assistance with Protective Orders, court & hospital accompaniment, support groups, crisis counseling, peer counseling, referrals to community resources, 24-hour hotline and emergency shelter. Screening, access & accompaniment to safe houses or to the emergency shelter in Smith County.
Breakthrough Texas Empowering community growth and resilience Breakthrough Central Texas (BTCTX) creates a path to and through college for students who will become the first in their families to earn a postsecondary degree. BTCTX helps students overcome systemic barriers to higher education, and provides academic and postsecondary support, as well as financial assistance with obstacles like food and housing insecurity, and mental health. For more than 20 years, Breakthrough has partnered with thousands of middle and high school students who aspire to be the first in their family to graduate with a degree or certificate.
Society for the Blind California Enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities Society for the Blind, established in 1954, is the only comprehensive low vision and blindness training center serving 27 counties in northern California. We teach Braille, Assistive Technology, Orientation & Mobility and Daily Living Skills in classes designed for youth, adults and seniors. We serve over 5,000 people each year. Society aligns with Maximus Foundation in that both seek to foster personal growth, self-sufficiency, and strengthen the communities we serve. Both Society and Maximus take a holistic approach and value innovation. Society encourages its staff and clients to be creative problem-solvers.
Mobile Loaves & Fishes Texas Reducing homelessness Mobile Loaves & Fishes (MLF) has been empowering communities into a lifestyle of service with the homeless since 1998 through our core programs, our Truck Ministry, Community First! Village (CFV), and Community Works. Our food trucks run throughout Austin, helping us connect with our chronically homeless brothers and sisters. We've learned that the single greatest cause of homelessness is a profound, catastrophic loss of family, inspiring CFV. CFV is a 51-acre neighborhood offering affordable, permanent housing and a supportive community. Community Works empowers neighbors to earn dignified income. We believe that housing alone will not solve homelessness, but community will.
Northwest Assistance Ministries Texas Empowering community growth and resilience Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM) is a nonprofit, community-based, multi-program social service agency that has been serving the northwest Harris County community since 1983. Since its inception, NAM has grown from a small, grassroots organization into one of the largest Assistance Ministries in the Houston area. Last year, NAM touched the lives of over 117,000 low-income and disenfranchised people through programs that address the root causes of poverty, unemployment, health access, homelessness, hunger and family violence.
Parsons Child and Family Center New York Fostering lifelong learning Northern Rivers Family of Services is the parent organization to Parsons Child & Family Center, Northeast Parent & Child Society, and Unlimited Potential. Together we serve more than 18,000 children, adults, and families in more than 40 counties in New York state who struggle with abuse, neglect, trauma, mental health and behavioral challenges, educational difficulties, career training and employment, and service navigation through an innovative continuum of home-, clinic-, school-, and community-based services (including childcare among others) that provide person-centered, trauma-informed innovative solutions to ensure clients live their best lives.
SAFE Texas Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence SAFE's mission is to interrupt the cycle of abuse by cultivating safety, healing, and just outcomes for those impacted. We focus on prevention, address violence earlier and more systematically, and augment a message that all abuse is wrong. Our vision is to foster a safe community free from violence and abuse. SAFE operates over 20 separate but interconnected programs, including: SAFEline (a 24/7 phone hotline, text and chat support); shelters; specialized children and youth services; case management; parenting support; transitional and permanent housing; therapy and counseling; legal services; forensic exams for sexual assault survivors; foster and adoption services, and more.
Circle of Hope Massachusetts Reducing homelessness Circle of Hope provides essential clothing and hygiene items to children and adults experiencing homelessness in Greater Boston. Through corporate and community donations, we protect health, improve quality of life, and support independence. Massachusetts faces rising homelessness due to high housing costs and limited affordable options, affecting families, students, migrants, and the elderly. Clean clothing and hygiene supplies are vital for recovery. Circle of Hope partners with shelters, medical clinics, youth programs, and college food pantries to ensure vulnerable individuals have the resources needed to regain stability and independence. Annually, we support 26,000 people in underserved communities
ChildSavers Virginia Promoting access to healthcare ChildSavers guides our community’s children through life’s critical moments with trauma-informed mental health and child development services. As the only nonprofit in Virginia using a coordinated prevention and intervention model to address children’s mental health, preparing them for school and helping them recover from trauma, our organization aligns with Maximus and the Maximus Foundation by building connections and partnerships to transform communities and improve quality of life and health outcomes. With deep connections in our communities, our unique blend of mental health and child development services helps children build the resilience they need to navigate life's critical, often traumatic, moments.
KEEN Greater DC Maryland Enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities KEEN Greater DC aligns with Maximus' goals by enhancing our communities through the empowerment of youth with disabilities in free, non-competitive, one-on-one programs of physical activities, supporting the overall health and well-being of all participants. KEEN creates communities in which individuals with disabilities experience inclusion and equal opportunities for recreation, fitness, and friendship. We build supportive networks for families and develop partnerships to actively promote disability awareness. More information and program descriptions are available on KEEN's website at https://www.keengreaterdc.org/.
Sojourner Family Peace Center Wisconsin Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence Sojourner has been a pillar of peace in the Greater Milwaukee community since 1975. Our mission is to transform lives impacted by domestic violence by providing innovative, client centered, and data driven services through our three core service areas: Crisis Response Services, System Advocacy, and Healing Services. Our mission aligns closely with Maximus Foundation's priorities in Community Development and Youth Development. As a trusted resource in Milwaukee, Sojourner connects survivors to a wide array of services, including our 53-bed emergency shelter, restraining order assistance, advocacy support, and comprehensive domestic violence resources that can be shared within their own communities.
Child Advocates Texas Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence Child Advocates is Harris County's sole Court Appointed Special Advocates program. Since 1984, the agency has spoken up for child victims of abuse and neglect, represented their best interests in the foster system, and ensured they are placed in safe, supportive environments where they can thrive. Advocates consistently visit their appointed children, prioritize their emotional, physical, and psychological well-being when recommending placements, and connect them with community resources critical to healing from trauma. Long-term, this individualized advocacy approach reduces outcomes of homelessness, substance abuse, and incarceration, while inspiring self-sufficiency and self-empowerment in Houston's most vulnerable children.
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts Virginia Inspiring youth potential Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts strives to present and create excellent and innovative performing arts programs for the enrichment, education, and enjoyment of diverse audiences and participants. With a 53-year history as a performing arts presenter and arts-based nonprofit education leader in early childhood, Wolf Trap Foundation reaches across the greater Washington, DC region and beyond to empower community growth and resilience using the power of the performing arts. Through a variety of arts-based educational programs for lifelong learners, Wolf Trap's mission-based programs and initiatives focus on engagement with and outreach to underserved and under-resourced communities.
Bailey House New York Combating HIV and other infectious diseases Bailey House is the nation’s first organization to provide housing for people with HIV/AIDS, and also offers healthcare, supportive services and a food pantry.
Started in 1983, Bailey House was the nation’s first HIV/AIDS supportive housing provider. We were the first agency to publicly fund programs addressing poverty and homelessness among people with HIV/AIDS, acting as advocates and working with multiple city administrations. We provide housing, healthcare, and a Food Pantry for people with HIV/AIDS, and have maximized assistance throughout the cycles of COVID-19.
Founded in 1983 as the nation’s first organization to provide supportive housing for people with HIV/AIDS, Bailey House offers housing, healthcare, and other services to people living with and at risk of HIV and other chronic illnesses. We work to improve health, housing, and independent living outcomes among people struggling with homelessness, substance use, mental illness, HIV, and other conditions
Austin Child Guidance Center Texas Inspiring youth potential Founded in 1951, Austin Child Guidance Center (ACGC) provides accessible, high-quality mental health services to children and their families to empower them to thrive in childhood and beyond. We envision a world where every family's mental health needs are seen and met, and we strive to ensure that all children and families, no matter their income or identity, have access to excellent quality mental health care. We are committed to helping children and families overcome barriers to seeking help. Our values—Service, Empowerment, Safety, Well-being, Community—guide our work as an organization and in the communities we serve.
Girls Incorporated of Bay County Florida Inspiring youth potential Girls Inc. of Bay County empowers girls to grow into strong, smart, and bold leaders by addressing gender, economic, and social barriers through evidence-based programming. Our work promotes healthy development, education, and independence through initiatives focused on wellness, economic literacy, stress management, and STEM. By providing a safe, supportive environment, we help girls build resilience, set career goals, and access long-term opportunities. This mission aligns with the Maximus Foundation's commitment to stronger, healthier communities by fostering systemic change through early intervention, education, and programs that support long-term stability and well-being for girls and their families.
Children's Home Society of Florida - Emerald Coast Florida Inspiring youth potential ChildSavers guides our community’s children through life’s critical moments with trauma-informed mental health and child development services. As the only nonprofit in Virginia using a coordinated prevention and intervention model to address children’s mental health, preparing them for school and helping them recover from trauma, our organization aligns with Maximus and the Maximus Foundation by building connections and partnerships to transform communities and improve quality of life and health outcomes. With deep connections in our communities, our unique blend of mental health and child development services helps children build the resilience they need to navigate life's critical, often traumatic, moments.
TurnAround Maryland Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence TurnAround Inc.’s mission is to educate, empower, and advocate for all people impacted by intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking. Our work aligns with Maximus Foundation's commitment to improving lives through health and human services. We provide comprehensive services to all survivors, no matter their race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or immigration status. We provide a 24/7 hotline, emergency shelter, transportation assistance, legal advocacy, case management, trauma therapy and counseling, life skills education, and drop-in centers with food and clothing pantries. We provide community-based street outreach and education to survivors, community members, and leaders.
Capital District Women's Employment & Resource Center (WERC) New York Creating pathways to employment WERC's Mission: "Advancing women’s success in the workplace by building their economic and personal independence." Since 1988, WERC has provided quality workforce development services to more than 10,000 Displaced Homemakers. WERC offers a safe, understanding, and employment-targeted support network, helping women who have lost their source of income upon the death, divorce, separation, disability, or dislocation of a spouse, or who are single mothers, transition back to the workplace. The training program is designed to prepare individuals with the skills necessary to successfully obtain employment and advance in their careers. The vision is empowered, confident women succeeding without boundaries.
Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio and Guadalupe Valley Texas Reducing homelessness Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio & Guadalupe valley brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. In 2026, we will be making a tangible difference in the lives of 52 low Income families and empowering them to thrive and not just survive with the stability of affordable homeownership. We built the first Habitat home in the world on the westside of San Antonio 50 years ago, in 1976. Funding will be used to continue our legacy in San Antonio for another 50 years.
Orchard Village Illinois Enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities Founded in 1972, Orchard Village is a 501c3 nonprofit organization in Skokie, IL that serves nearly 300 individuals with developmental disabilities. The organization offers a full range of services, including community-based residential options in 11 group homes, job placement services, an Illinois State Board of Education-approved special education high school, a behavioral health clinic, and a garden that produces 3,5000 lbs. of produce annually.
Pathfinders Wisconsin Reducing homelessness Pathfinders provides comprehensive services for youth ages 11-25 experiencing homelessness in Milwaukee, focusing on youth’s safety, stability, and empowerment through programs that meet their immediate basic needs and support their journeys towards optimistic futures. Pathfinders’ programs for young people experiencing homelessness include street outreach, emergency shelter, longer-term supported housing, basic needs services, mental wellness, education, employment, and other services to help them work towards their goals. We share a passion for ensuring the well-being of homeless young people in our Milwaukee community, championing their growth and healthy development, and supporting their exit from homelessness to lifelong stability.
St. Catherine's Center for Children New York Empowering community growth and resilience St. Catherine’s Center for Children provides comprehensive human services to society’s most vulnerable individuals, fostering an ""unconditional community"" where everyone finds security, dignity, and hope. Our work aligns with the Maximus Foundation’s mission to nurture lasting, people-centered change through programs in homeless services, child and family care, and health and nutrition.
By addressing root causes of instability—such as housing insecurity and family crisis—we mirror the Foundation’s commitment to building strong communities and advancing health access. Like Maximus, we prioritize community-led solutions that restore dignity and empower at-risk youth and families to thrive.
The Women's Center Virginia Promoting access to healthcare The Center’s mission is to significantly improve the mental health and well-being of all members of the community through counseling, education, and support – regardless of ability to pay. The goals of the Center include improving the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of our community members; breaking the cycle of domestic violence; establishing relationships with other community-based organizations to increase access to care and resources including safe housing, food, medical, and emergency services; and growing the number of behavioral health providers in our community.
Our vision for the future is “Mental Wellness So All Can Thrive.”
A New Leaf Arizona Reducing homelessness At A New Leaf, our mission of “Helping Families, Changing Lives” means transforming barriers into opportunities. Through 30 programs across the Phoenix Metro area, the organization provides shelter and housing, domestic and sexual violence services, and family support, while integrating food access and pathways to employment across programs to promote long-term stability and well-being. Compassion, integrity, and accountability guide these services, supporting individuals and families as they build on their strengths and pursue self-defined goals. This year, A New Leaf's program will positively impact more than 14,000 people in our community.
Blue Star Families California Empowering community growth and resilience Blue Star Families (BSF) was founded by military spouses in 2009 to empower the families of our All-Volunteer Force to thrive as they serve. These families sacrifice so much for our national security: collectively, we have a responsibility to them. With over 290,000 members in our network and 13 Chapter locations, we touch more than 1.5 million military family members annually. Due to a variety of factors, including frequent relocations, food insecurity is one of these families’ biggest challenges. BSF harnesses community support to address their needs; a Maximus grant will contribute significantly in the food insecurity arena.
MOMMAS House New York Reducing homelessness MOMMAS House provides housing and support services to homeless young mothers and their babies. Through a variety of housing models and program services the mothers are provided with the stability and support needed to pursue goals of self-improvement. With guidance and direction, the mothers can learn to support themselves and their children independently.
Sportable Adaptive Sports and Recreation Virginia Enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities Sportable creates access to sport, recreation, and belonging for kids and adults with physical disabilities and visual impairments across Central Virginia. Through 20+ adaptive sports and fitness programs, participants discover confidence, strength, and community, often for the first time. Sportable is where children learn they belong on the court, teens find purpose and lifelong friends, and adults regain independence and joy through movement. By providing adaptive equipment, expert coaching, and inclusive spaces, Sportable helps people improve their physical and mental health and find belonging, aligning with the Maximus Foundation's impact area of enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities.
The Arc of the Capital Area Texas Enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities The Arc of the Capital Area empowers Central Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to overcome barriers and live fully in their communities. Through compassionate case management and innovative programs, we help people access healthcare, housing, education, employment, and social opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach. By guiding families through complex systems and opening doors to supports sooner, we give individuals the chance to build skills, form meaningful connections, and participate actively in community life. Our work also strengthens families, promotes independence, and fosters inclusive, resilient communities across Central Texas.
Proyecto Juan Diego Texas Promoting access to healthcare Proyecto Juan Diego (PJD) addresses the multiple problems that afflict low-income families, especially Spanish-speaking families. Through the years, and due to a great need in our region for our services, PJD has gone beyond the Cameron Park colonia to serve people from other low-income communities who face multiple challenges in Brownsville and surrounding areas.
Youth Villages Tennessee Inspiring youth potential Youth Villages’ mission is to help children and families live successfully. Our programs support youth who face a range of behavioral and mental health challenges, have experienced neglect or abuse, and/or are in foster care. We help build strong families and improve permanency and well-being outcomes for youth involved in the child welfare, mental health, and juvenile justice systems.
With 25 years of experience assisting “underserved and vulnerable” youth in Middle Tennessee, Youth Villages serves the “same communities where Maximus staff live and work.” And, we are confident our work aligns with the Maximus Foundation’s efforts to “help disadvantaged communities.”
Dawning Family Services Florida Reducing homelessness For more than 40 years, Dawning Family Services has stood beside families facing homelessness and housing instability at their most vulnerable moments. Parents and children in crisis are at heightened risk of trauma, poor health, and long-term instability. We believe safe housing is the foundation for healing and hope. Through compassionate housing support services, employment services, and individualized care, we help families regain stability, rebuild dignity, and move toward permanent housing and self-sufficiency. Our work reflects the Maximus Foundation's commitment to strengthening communities, supporting families, and creating pathways to lasting wellbeing.
The Trevor Project California Promoting access to healthcare The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit for LGBTQ+ youth. We align with Maximus' mission by bridging critical gaps in mental health services, using innovative technology to expand 24/7 crisis support and peer connections. TrevorSpace, our global digital peer-support platform, and our evidence-based training programs provide person-centered care for marginalized communities. Our research drives systemic change by amplifying LGBTQ+ youth voices, informing policies, and optimizing resource allocation. Together with Maximus, we can empower communities, close service gaps, and enhance access to life-saving support for those most in need.
Junior Achievement of Central Upstate New York New York Inspiring youth potential Junior Achievement empowers youth to own their future economic success by providing authentic educational experiences that support academic achievement and deliver the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed for economic independence. Our programs for K-12 students focus on three core competencies: Financial Capability, Career Awareness & Workforce Readiness, and Entrepreneurial Thinking. In January 2024, Junior Achievement of Central Upstate New York opened the transformational Paychex Junior Achievement Discovery Center, an immersive educational experience proven to cultivate financial capability, work readiness skills, career awareness, and entrepreneurial thinking in youth. The first of its kind in NYState, nearly 12,000 students have taken part.
Ravens of Elijah Food Ministries Georgia Ensuring food access for all The mission of Ravens of Elijah Food Ministries is to enhance the well-being of the individual's mind, body, and soul by providing food and resources for individuals in need or facing food insecurity with heartfelt compassion and love without judgement, seeking to love our neighbors as ourselves. We do this by providing free access to nutritional fresh fruits and vegetables, frozen meats, dairy products, breads, desserts, and other items, as available, that are not available at most traditional food pantries for our clients to prepare meals at home. We aim to supplement, not replace, resources already available to our clients.
Living Well Disability Services Minnesota Enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities Living Well Disability Services has supported individuals with disabilities for over 50 years, operating 36 homes across the Twin Cities metro. We provide 24/7 care, transportation, therapies, and recreational activities for people with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Serving up to 300 individuals, we offer permanent housing, in-home support, and wellness programs that promote physical, mental, and social well-being, independence, and community integration. We also provide adaptive equipment, assistive technology, and a Dental Support Pilot Program to reduce dental emergencies. Our services impact over 2,500 families, enhancing their quality of life and fostering greater inclusion.
Capital City Gospel Mission New York Reducing homelessness Capital City Rescue Mission is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals facing homelessness, poverty, and addiction. It provides essential services such as shelter, meals, clothing, and medical care. The Mission also offers faith-based recovery programs, job training, and educational support to empower individuals to achieve long-term stability. Through community outreach and a compassionate approach, Capital City Rescue Mission seeks to restore dignity and hope, addressing both immediate needs and underlying issues. The Mission has been giving hope and transforming lives in the Capital Region for over 75 years.
Texas Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Texas Empowering community growth and resilience Texas Grandparents Raising Grandchildren is dedicated to advocating for and empowering grandparents and kinship caregivers who have stepped in to raise their grandchildren. We work to ensure families have access to critical resources, accurate information, and meaningful support. Through education, community events, peer connection, and partnerships, TXGRG helps reduce isolation, strengthen family stability, and improve outcomes for children. We elevate the voices of grandfamilies, raise awareness of their unique challenges, and promote systems that support kinship care. Our mission is rooted in compassion, dignity, and the belief that no grandparent should navigate this journey alone.
Hospeace House New York Promoting access to healthcare To provide a warm, respectful environment meeting the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of those facing the end of life as well as their families. To raise awareness of the hospice philosophy of care.
Sunset Youth Services California Inspiring youth potential The mission of Sunset Youth Services is to foster long-term stability and growth for systems-impacted youth, young adults, and families through caring relationships and supportive services. This goal is based on the simple belief that youth are inherently worthy of dignity and respect and have the potential to positively contribute to their communities when their real needs are met.
Safe Shores – The DC Children's Advocacy Center Washington, DC Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center provides child-centered intervention, hope, and healing for children and families affected by abuse, trauma, and violence in the District of Columbia, and works to prevent and end child abuse and neglect through promising practices, policies, and partnerships. Through its child-friendly facility and multidisciplinary team approach, Safe Shores coordinates the work of medical and mental health providers, social services professionals, victim advocates, law enforcement, and prosecution officials to reduce trauma and promote healing for child victims of abuse.
Iron Sharpens Iron Mentoring Nevada Inspiring youth potential Iron Sharpens Iron Mentoring, Inc. (ISIM) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving at‑risk youth and families in Clark County, Nevada. Our mission is to provide evidence‑based mentoring to youth involved in, or at risk of involvement in, the juvenile justice system, leading to long‑term success. Founded in 2016 to address the lack of accessible, culturally responsive mentoring, ISIM creates pathways to stability, education, and positive decision‑making. Our work aligns with the Maximus Foundation by strengthening families and expanding opportunities for underserved youth through consistent support, community partnerships, and programs that promote resilience and lifelong growth.
Community Kitchen Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Creating pathways to employment Community Kitchen Pittsburgh (CKP) is a Pennsylvania-based 501c3 nonprofit founded in 2013. Our mission is to use food as the foundation to change lives and improve communities. Community Kitchen Pittsburgh provides culinary job training and transitional employment for adults experiencing barriers to employment, and thousands of prepared meals daily to area homeless shelters, schools, afterschool programs and other nonprofits serving vulnerable clientele through our community meals program. We have always integrated our food access work with job training and employment opportunities because food insecurity and joblessness are entwined issues.
Children's Home Network Florida Inspiring youth potential Children’s Home Network’s mission—to unlock the potential of at‑risk children and families through compassionate and effective services—directly aligns with the Maximus Foundation’s commitment to strengthening underserved communities. For 133+ years, CHN has walked alongside children and families facing abuse, neglect and instability, providing trauma‑informed, community‑based care that fosters healing and hope. Through prevention, early intervention, and holistic family support, CHN not only stabilizes lives in crisis but helps families break cycles of trauma, build resilience and create brighter, more secure futures. Together, CHN and the Maximus Foundation share a belief that community‑led, compassionate care empowers children and families to thrive.
Verde Valley Habitat for Humanity Arizona Empowering community growth and resilience Verde Valley Habitat for Humanity is a local nonprofit dedicated to affordable homeownership. We partner with volunteers, donors and families, providing financial training and creative mortgage options to make homeownership possible at a price local families can afford. We also provide critical no-cost home repairs for senior, disabled, and low-income homeowners - fixing unsafe conditions, improving accessibility, and helping people remain safe in their homes as they age. A healthy home is more than shelter; it supports physical health, mental well-being, and financial independence. Together, we build stronger families, healthier communities, and hope that lasts for generations.
Mid Hudson Workshop for the Disabled New York Creating pathways to employment Mid Hudson Works is a mission‑driven nonprofit in Poughkeepsie, NY, providing job training, employment, and vocational support for people with disabilities and veterans. Through manufacturing, fulfillment services, and individualized skill‑building, we create pathways to economic independence and long‑term career success. Our work directly aligns with the Maximus Foundation’s focus on workforce development, disability inclusion, and strengthening community self‑sufficiency by expanding access to meaningful employment and empowering individuals to thrive.
Ronald McDonald House Central Texas Texas Promoting access to healthcare At Ronald McDonald House Central Texas, we provide essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare.
Saint Florian Center Incorporated Indiana Inspiring youth potential SFC Mission: Provide at-risk Indianapolis youth with opportunities to foster leadership skills, develop problem solving methods and learn survival tactics through a variety of programming and opportunities in the community in order to create leaders of today and tomorrow. We provide hope, empowerment, and stability to underserved communities. We operate large and small groups yet provide personalized experiences for our clients (youth) to grow through education and experiential activities. Impact: We are building leaders one student at a time. Enhance Youth Welfare and Safety Address Social and Emotional Needs Enhance Character and Leadership Skills Provide Educational Experiences in Safe Environments
Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center California Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence The Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center (SRFJC) is a survivor-centered, multidisciplinary organization providing coordinated services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, and human trafficking. SRFJC brings together law enforcement, prosecutors, advocates, healthcare, and community partners to reduce trauma, improve safety, and increase access to justice. Our work aligns with the Maximus Foundation's commitment to strengthening public systems and improving outcomes for vulnerable populations by addressing complex social challenges through collaboration, equity, and data-informed, trauma-responsive solutions that promote long-term stability and community safety.
Imhotep and Kyran Anderson Academies at The Science House North Carolina Inspiring youth potential The Science House’s mission is to inspire lifelong learning in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics by engaging students through hands-on, inquiry-based experiences. Through programs like Imhotep and Kyran Anderson Academies, students—many from low-income communities and first-generation college-going families—gain exposure to advanced STEM concepts, university environments, and career pathways they might not otherwise encounter. But our programs do more than teach STEM content. They build confidence, leadership, and a sense of belonging in STEM fields by connecting students with mentors and real-world applications. Participants consistently demonstrate increased interest in STEM coursework, improved academic persistence, and greater awareness of postsecondary opportunities.
Code Platoon Illinois Creating pathways to employment Code Platoon is a nonprofit workforce development organization that prepares Veterans and military families for high-demand careers in software engineering and AI. Our immersive training creates clear, attainable paths to employment, paired with career coaching, mentorship, and direct connections to hiring partners. Beyond technical skills, we support Veteran wellbeing by fostering community, purpose, and long-term economic stability during and after military transition. This work aligns with the Maximus Foundation’s commitment to expanding access to opportunity, strengthening communities, and supporting those who serve the public good through sustainable, meaningful employment.
Art from the Streets Texas Empowering community growth and resilience Art From the Streets uplifts people experiencing homelessness through the creation of art transforming artistic expression into a source of dignity, community, and economic opportunity.
Jonnycake Center for Hope Rhode Island Ensuring food access for all For fifty years, the Jonnycake Center has helped its South County neighbors move from crisis to stability through its food pantry and newly renovated affordable housing units that provide safe, comfortable homes for twenty-six children and their families. Last summer, the Jonnycake Youth Center (JYC) opened to young people experiencing opportunity and achievement gaps. The JYC is a welcoming space that takes a holistic approach to youth development, where teens can create, recreate, and get help with school. The JYC is closely aligned with the Foundation’s work, "inspiring youth," as well as food access for all ages.
Miss Julie's New York Creating pathways to employment Miss Julie's mission is to combat human trafficking and break cycles of exploitation by building a trauma-informed community and creating opportunities for economic stability providing a permanent path out of sex trafficking by equipping survivors and those at risk with the tools, training, and support to reclaim their autonomy, power, and future. We are the only organization in New York State offering a complete pathway to permanently escape sex trafficking: educating allies to recognize sex trafficking and safely intervene, coordinating local support organizations, providing trauma-informed job training, and preparing trauma-informed workplaces. Each program is connected, evidence-based, and designed for whole-person healing.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace Arizona Arizona Inspiring youth potential Sleep in Heavenly Peace’s mission is, “No Kid Sleeps on the Floor in Our Town!” Sleep in Heavenly Peace Arizona builds and delivers fully furnished beds to children ages 3-17 without a safe place to sleep. Since 2018, we have delivered more than 10,000 beds, meeting one of our community’s most basic needs. Our work directly supports disadvantaged youth and strengthens family stability by addressing basic needs affecting health, development, and school readiness. Our mission strongly aligns with the Maximus Foundation’s focus on youth development, community resilience, and enhancing quality of life in underserved communities.
Princeton Mobile Food Pantry New Jersey Ensuring food access for all Princeton Mobile Food Pantry’s mission is to distribute fresh nutritious groceries that include protein (eggs, chicken, milk) and produce (fruits, vegetables) to our food insecure neighbors. To eliminate barriers to food access we deliver to our neighbor’s doors, ensure everyone receives the same quality of food, include any Princeton neighbors needing food and allow our neighbors to have the agency to cook for themselves. We began by delivering food to public school families. We now deliver to a larger range of ages and ethnicities, feeding almost 1,250 individuals in Princeton, including couples, big and small families, seniors and individual adults.
Cancer Wellness Center Illinois Promoting access to healthcare For more than three decades, the Cancer Wellness Center has helped individuals and their loved ones navigate a cancer diagnosis through whole‑person care, expert guidance, and a welcoming community. Our free counseling, support groups, nutrition, education and wellness programs serve nearly 2,500 people each year. Our mission aligns with the Maximus Foundation’s commitment to expanding health access and well‑being, as we both prioritize compassionate support, accessible services, and stronger communities. When these needs are met, people facing cancer feel understood and empowered, families feel supported, and communities benefit from a model of care that nurtures the whole person.
Hamilton-Madison House New York Promoting access to healthcare At Hamilton-Madison House, we welcome, support, nurture and empower, creating a thriving community, one personal interaction at a time. We offer expert support across health, education and community engagement for the diverse Lower East Side community, from early childhood through older adult services. We specialize in licensed mental health clinical care, youth education and family support, and services for older adults and their caregivers, all through a community-focused lens to drive connection.
Healing 4 Heroes Georgia Championing Veterans’ wellbeing Healing4Heroes is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing access to life saving and life changing service dogs, training and ongoing support to veterans and their families suffering from service related trauma, injuries or other health and wellness concerns.
We serve our community by helping military personnel and veterans to lead healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives, as well as helping local animal shelters by rescuing suitable dogs for training.
Healing4Heroes strives to improve our client’s independence, increase the likelihood of returning to work or volunteering, and move forward in their daily lives with the help of trained service dogs.
Hubbard House Florida Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence Hubbard House provides safety, empowerment and social change for victims of domestic violence and their children.
Drive a Senior ATX Texas Promoting access to healthcare Enabling older adults to live independently, avoid social isolation, and age in place by providing transportation and other support services
Junior Achievement of South Central PA Pennsylvania Inspiring youth potential Junior Achievement's mission is to inspire young people to succeed. Delivered by volunteer mentors, JA programs provide relevant, hands-on experiences that help Pre-K to grade 12 students gain the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their futures, and make smart academic and economic choices. We bring a different approach to education that uses innovation and contextual learning in partnership with educators, employers, and the community at large. In the end our promise is to provide learning experiences that help young people reach their potential.
Epilepsy Services Foundation Florida Enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities Epilepsy Services Foundation enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing education, advocacy, and supportive programs for individuals living with epilepsy and their families. Through youth-centered services, peer support, and skill-building opportunities, ESF empowers children, teens, and young adults to build confidence, independence, and resilience. By reducing stigma and creating inclusive spaces, ESF helps young people recognize their strengths, pursue their goals, and realize their full potential while living well with epilepsy.
Compeer Rochester New York Inspiring youth potential Through the power of human connection, Compeer serves as a bridge to better mental health and community integration for all, supporting caring volunteers and professional peers as they help individuals identify and develop strengths, reducing isolation and feelings of loneliness, and shatter the stigma around mental health. With loneliness named an epidemic, Compeer, a social care model ahead of its time, has tackled the effects of isolation since its beginnings in the early 1970s as a visiting program at the Rochester Psychiatric Center. Post-deinstitutionalization, Compeer became the community-based program it is today, serving children, teens, adults, and Veterans.
Brainy Ridge Maryland Empowering community growth and resilience Brainy Ridge’s mission is to provide youth with chronic health conditions and their families a safe, positive, and cohesive community that fosters hope, belonging, and empowerment. We equip participants with tools to grow as leaders and self-advocates. Through transformative, condition-specific camp experiences, participants develop independence, self-management, and leadership. Working with medical experts, educators, and community partners nationwide, we promote inclusion, empowerment, and lifelong connections. Guided by values of safety, integrity, teamwork, respect, fiscal stewardship, and innovation, Brainy Ridge helps participants build character, advocate for themselves and others, and reach their fullest potential.
The Fort Wayne Rescue Mission Ministries Indiana Reducing homelessness The Fort Wayne Rescue Mission (TRM) was founded in 1903 to serve homeless and near homeless men. In 1985, due to the growing need, TRM began serving women and children in Allen County, Indiana and the surrounding area. TRM provides shelter, food clothing and other basic life needs along holistic services and therapeutic programming to men, women, and children. Services and programming are provided through Charis House, our women's and children's shelter, Life House and Restoration House, which provide services and programming for men, and Treasure House, our Thrift Store, which provides jobs skills training and jobs for our residents.
CP Rochester New York Enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities CP Rochester supports individuals of all ages and abilities to determine their own pathway in life. We partner with the individual, their family, and the community to fulfill the individual’s right to live a productive and rewarding life. CP Rochester provides a wide range of quality health, educational, residential, and support services in the greater Rochester area to assist individuals in achieving their goals. We envision a community where people of all abilities lead rewarding lives. Meaningful partnerships are nurtured to ensure all doors are open and opportunities are available for everyone.
Hiway 80 Rescue Mission Texas Reducing homelessness Hiway 80 Rescue Mission exists to glorify God by providing a safe and supportive environment where homeless and hurting men, women and children can experience life transformation through Christ.
No Greater Sacrifice Washington, DC Inspiring youth potential No Greater Sacrifice (NGS) is dedicated to the children of our nation’s fallen and wounded Service members, delivering scholarships and resources to improve their quality of life through the pursuit of higher education. NGS support is wrap-around and customized to each Scholar, funding the unmet financial need after accounting for federal education benefits, other scholarships, and available financial aid for college or vocational programs. Our goal is debt-free graduation. The NGS team mentors each Scholar and creates opportunities for connection. A key event is "BootCamp," an in-person onboarding for incoming college freshmen and a family member each June in D.C.
Grace Smith House New York Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence Grace Smith House Inc. is a private non-profit organization with a mission to empower individuals and families to live free from domestic violence by providing shelter, housing, advocacy, counseling and education. We also strive to raise the consciousness of the community regarding the extent, type and seriousness of domestic violence. Finally, we initiate and take positions on public policies in order to provide options which empower victims of domestic violence. Our comprehensive services include an emergency 24-hour hotline, shelter for safety, transitional housing, accompaniment and advocacy in court, weekly support groups, counseling and services to children.
Single Mom Scholars Texas Creating pathways to employment Single Mom Scholars exists to empower low-income single mothers as they attain their college degree, achieve financial independence, build a positive family legacy, and elevate their communities with the vision to end generational poverty.
Women Moving On Georgia Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence The Women’s Resource Center to End Domestic Violence is dedicated to preventing domestic violence and sexual assault while helping survivors and their children achieve safety, stability, and long-term wellbeing. Its work aligns with the Maximus Foundation’s focus on building strong communities, preventing abuse and intimate partner violence, reducing homelessness, and supporting individuals and families. Through 24-hour crisis hotlines, emergency shelter, forensic exams, trauma-informed counseling, legal advocacy, and pathways to permanent housing, the organization empowers survivors to heal, build resilience, and access the resources they need to thrive.
Bridge The Gap Michigan Inspiring youth potential Bridge the Gap is a Saginaw, Michigan based nonprofit serving the Great Lakes Bay Region. For over 10 years, we have inspired youth potential and strengthened communities by building trust between families, young people, and law enforcement through safe, engaging, and relationship-driven programs. Our work focuses on youth mentorship, community safety, and positive police community engagement across Saginaw and surrounding areas. By creating welcoming spaces where youth feel seen, supported, and empowered, Bridge the Gap helps foster safer neighborhoods, stronger families, and a more stable future making us a high-impact partner for foundations committed to long-term community change.
Flower City Arts Center New York Fostering lifelong learning Flower City Arts Center (FCAC) is a community-focused nonprofit organization that provides education, support, and access for people to create and enjoy art. We offer creative education through our core arts offerings: Ceramics, Photography & Digital Arts, and Printmaking & Book Arts, which includes Fine Arts. This occurs through classes offered to students of all ages (pre-K through senior citizens), community events, programs (including for youth, for the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community, and veterans), residencies, private lessons, artist talks/demos, and more. FCAC provides a supportive environment in which individuals of all ages come together to explore artmaking while celebrating our unique community.
My Connect Community Texas Empowering community growth and resilience MCC, a place-based nonprofit in the Sharpstown/Gulfton community of Houston, works to strengthen individuals, families, and communities through housing, health and wellness, education, and economic vitality initiatives. MCC works alongside immigrant families seeking to build a secure, meaningful, and safe life here. Our supports include English language classes, employment opportunities, job training, job search support, childcare, and helping parents guide their children along a robust educational path. MCC's work is designed directly in response to the expressed needs of the residents we serve to help newcomers overcome the many barriers to financial stability, quality housing, and access to healthcare.
NAMI Maine Maine Promoting access to healthcare NAMI Maine provides advocacy, education, awareness and support so that all individuals, families, and communities affected by mental illness can live fulfilling lives. NAMI Maine envisions a world where all people affected by mental illness live healthy, fulfilling lives supported by a community that cares about mental health. Hope devours fear and uncertainty. We see a future where people are not defined by their mental illness. We are all worthy of happiness and peace of mind.
Winchester Area Temporary Transitional Shelter (WATTS) Virginia Reducing homelessness "WATTS’s Mission
WATTS's mission is to break the cycle of homelessness one life at a time. We empower individuals to re-enter the workforce and connect individuals to the resources needed to be as self-sufficient as possible while providing a safe temporary shelter during extreme weather."
Thimbleberry Collaborative Farm Oregon Ensuring food access for all Thimbleberry Collaborative Farm's mission is to advance individual, community, and environmental health in East Multnomah and Clackamas Counties by providing healthy, locally grown produce; access to land; education programs; and community-led events. Our work most closely aligns with the Maximus Foundation's impact theme of ensuring food access for all, both through our farm-to-clinic program and our community education programs. With our community partners, we distribute our produce to low-income patients experiencing food insecurity, at no cost to recipients. We also host K-12 field trips and community workshops about growing and cooking with seasonal produce.
Engage Food Pantry and Resources Virginia Ensuring food access for all Engage Food Pantry and Resources understands the importance of ensuring everyone in our community has access to the resources needed to thrive. Our dedicated and diverse team of volunteers is committed to achieving this goal. No one should have to go to bed hungry, and we are doing everything we can to ensure that people in our community have access to essential items and food. We believe everyone deserves the chance to live a healthy and dignified life, and we are proud to be a part of making this a reality.
Dulles South Food Pantry Virginia Ensuring food access for all We are a community-driven nonprofit serving Dulles, VA, and surrounding areas, providing nutritious food, personal supplies, and life-changing social services to neighbors in need. Through programs like Backpack Buddies (student weekend food support) and General Food Distribution, we partner with schools and local organizations to strengthen community resilience and promote healthy households. By addressing immediate needs and supporting long-term stability, our programs improve nutrition, self-sufficiency, and overall well-being. This mission aligns with the Maximus Foundation's commitment to community-led change that creates measurable, meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable populations.
Sunrise Project Kansas Ensuring food access for all Sunrise Project provides space and opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to build an equitable community through education, good food and social connection. We offer three homemade, nutritious community meals every month that serve up to 250, with no questions asked. In addition, Sunrise provides free Sunday cafés, a community garden and orchard (where all are invited to harvest) and classroom cooking and growing experiences for youth ages 2-18. All of our programs are free and open to all, so that everyone can access vital resources of food, community and connection without any barriers.
DIBS for Kids Nebraska Fostering lifelong learning Delivering Infinite Book Shelves for Kids (DIBS for Kids) is on a mission to help schools provide every child with access to powerful in-home reading experiences, every school night. DIBS provides high-quality, high-interest, diverse, culturally representative physical books in English, Spanish, or 25 other languages for independent reading alongside custom-built, student-led software to ensure circulation of books.. Access to books is an essential and evidence-based need for students to obtain reading proficiency, which has critical and lifelong impacts on academic achievements, economic self-sufficiency, health outcomes, and more.
Junior Achievement of OKI Partners Indiana Creating pathways to employment The mission of Junior Achievement (JA) is to inspire and prepare students to succeed in a global economy. At JA, we envision a world where young people have the skillset and mindset to build thriving communities. We offer K-12 students the chance to dream, grow, and achieve their potential through entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and career readiness programs, accelerating economic mobility for students in our region. A specific focus of JA is creating pathways to employability which directly aligns with one of the Maximus Foundation's areas of impact: Building Strong Communities > Creating Pathways to Employment.
Tampa Jewish Family Services Florida Ensuring food access for all Tampa Jewish Family Services empowers individuals and families of all faiths to overcome life's challenges and achieve lasting stability through compassionate client centered programs - including a Community Food Bank, Crisis Assistance (such as unemployment, health issues, the pandemic and hurricanes) and Counseling. TJFS works with each client to provide wrap-around services that help them stabilize their lives and move past a crisis. TJFS fosters resilience and self-sufficiency through our holistic approach by providing essential resources to address immediate needs and nurturing long-term well-being. We help people build brighter futures and are dedicated to creating a healthy and empowered community.
Family Justice Center of Erie County New York Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence The Family Justice Center of Erie County provides services and support to individuals in unhealthy relationships, the education our community needs to break larger cycles of relationship abuse, and works to empower clients to escape the cycle of violence and achieve independence. Our comprehensive and collaborative service model tears down barriers to service, enabling our clients to heal and cultivate hope.
Ann Richards School Foundation Texas Inspiring youth potential The Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders dedicates itself to prepare young women to attend and graduate from college, commit to a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle, lead with courage and compassion, and solve problems creatively and ethically in support of our global community. The Ann Richards School Foundation raises funds and forms partnerships to advance education, empower young women and create opportunities for girls who may otherwise be held back from achieving their full potential.
Children's Advocacy Center of Hidalgo and Starr Counties Texas Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence We provide a safe haven for children who have been physically/sexually abused or witnessed a violent crime by providing forensic interviews, family advocacy and mental health Therapy for free! WE educate our community partners Law Enforcement and CPS on how to treat children that have faced this type of abuse. Our end goal is to provide Hope, Healing and Justice to children and their families.
A Meal And More New York Ensuring food access for all A Meal & More, Inc. serves Rochester city residents by providing home-cooked meals in a safe, welcoming, family dining environment that promotes dignity, respect, and connection for anyone in need. Our mission aligns with the Maximus Foundation by directly addressing food insecurity among the homeless and underemployed residents of downtown Rochester New York.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention New York Empowering community growth and resilience The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death. AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP creates a culture that's smart about mental health by engaging in the following core strategies: Funding scientific research Educating the public about mental health and suicide prevention Advocating for public policies in mental health and suicide prevention Supporting survivors of suicide loss and those affected by suicide
Backpacks For Life New Jersey Championing Veterans’ wellbeing Backpacks For Life, Inc. (“BFL”) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing a unique and personalized support system for homeless and at-risk veterans and their families. We are the support system that homeless and at-risk veterans and their families may not have, but can count on. BFL believes in applying a non-linear approach to addressing the many obstacles veterans face when reintegrating into civilian life.
We effectively bridge the gap between veterans and the vast resources available to them in two ways: by regularly distributing backpacks filled with supplies and resources to homeless veterans and by mentoring homeless and/or at-risk veterans
The Buggy Bunch Florida Empowering community growth and resilience The Buggy Bunch is dedicated to building relationships and meeting the needs of Indian River County moms and their families. We exist to share the love of Jesus Christ through programming, outreach, and discipleship.
The Morton Arboretum Illinois Empowering community growth and resilience The Morton Arboretum advances community growth and climate resilience by sharing expertise with municipalities, nonprofits, schools, and residents to address local environmental needs. Through collaborative urban and community forestry initiatives, it expands the Chicago region's tree canopy through plantings and stewardship training to mitigate flooding and inequitable green space access. World-class research, education, and technical knowledge are embedded in community-based programs, including the Plant Clinic, Youth Volunteers, and Tree Ambassadors, empowering people to become tree stewards and promote long-term environmental health. By aligning science, partnerships, and public engagement, the Arboretum builds lasting resilience, ensuring communities and ecosystems thrive for generations.
Love Makes Cents Inc./Natco Community Empowerment Center (NCEC) Indiana Empowering community growth and resilience Helping people live better lives. Empowering our citizens through financial education, training, tools, strategies, encouragement, and support to change their lives, build a self-sustaining, secure, thriving future and become a positive contributor in our community.
SEARCH Homeless Services Texas Reducing homelessness SEARCH Homeless Services helps individuals and families move from homelessness back into safe, stable homes, and we continue to support them as they work to rebuild their lives. Once housed, we provide personalized services that help individuals and families improve their health, well-being, and quality of life so they regain stability and remain housed long-term. Through our Family Services division and House of Tiny Treasures preschool, we support parents and children, helping families heal, grow, and thrive together. By addressing immediate needs and investing in long-term success, SEARCH builds stronger communities and creates lasting stability for generations to come.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bay County Florida Inspiring youth potential As a non-profit, youth development organization providing after-school, out-of-school, and summer programs for youth ages six to eighteen, our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Every kid has what it takes and our core beliefs fuel our commitment to safe, positive and inclusive environments, assuring success is within reach of every young person who enters our doors, with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle.
Operation Stand Down TN Tennessee Championing Veterans’ wellbeing Operation Stand Down Tennessee engages, equips, and empowers military Veterans and their families through crisis, career, connection, and community services.
Cradle Beach New York Enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities Cradle Beach, founded in 1888 on the value of inclusion, unites individuals and families with a focus on empowering children with special needs and the underserved to become their best selves through life-changing experiences in a safe and inclusive environment. We provide transformational experiences for children and adults through summer camp, respite programs and retreat facilities. Our serene 66-acre campus provides an oasis for programming year-round. Cradle Beach is a nurturing, transformative and fun experience in nature with a legacy of 138 years. We specialize in bringing together individuals with and without disabilities and/or from economic disadvantages.
Cleats for Kids Foundation Oklahoma Inspiring youth potential Cleats for Kids (C4K) inspires youth potential by removing barriers that prevent kids from participating in sports and physical activity. Through our primary program, Equip Oklahoma, we provide safe shoes and sports equipment using a four-pronged approach: a flexible distribution model, a free “Locker Room” where kids and coaches shop with dignity, collaborations that support sustainable sports leagues, and intentional youth involvement in our work. By equipping kids to play, lead, and belong, C4K helps young people build confidence, resilience, and lifelong healthy habits which directly aligns with the Maximus Foundation’s pillar of inspiring youth potential.
PathForward Virginia Reducing homelessness PathForward envisions a world where everyone enjoys stability, dignity, and freedom from homelessness. Guided by this vision, our mission is to foster stability and dignity through transformative services and housing solutions. Based in Arlington, Virginia, PathForward works to end homelessness through street outreach, housing programs, healthcare, and personalized support services that help individuals and families move from crisis to long-term stability. Our work aligns with the Maximus Foundation's commitment to strengthening communities and expanding access to health and human services.

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Our impact themes

The Foundation supports community-led nonprofits that ensure people have what they need to live well and take part in shaping their communities. 

We focus on the following twelve impact themes:

  • Championing Veterans’ wellbeing – Backing programs that support Veterans in accessing care, housing, and community.
  • Combating HIV and other infectious diseases – Partnering with organizations working to prevent and treat diseases like HIV.
  • Creating pathways to employment – Expanding access to training and career opportunities that lead to stable employment.
  • Empowering community growth and resilience – Supporting local leaders and programs that keep neighborhoods strong and connected.
  • Reducing homelessness – Investing in housing solutions and services that help people stay housed.
  • Enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities – Supporting independence and access so everyone can fully take part in community life.
  • Ensuring food access for all – Supporting efforts to make nutritious and culturally meaningful food available and affordable for everyone.
  • Fostering lifelong learning opportunities – Building opportunities for education at every stage of life.
  • Inspiring youth potential – Backing programs that help young people grow, lead, and thrive.
  • Preventing abuse and intimate partner violence – Partnering with groups that work to stop harm and support healing.
  • Promoting access to healthcare – Expanding access to quality care for individuals and families.
  • Transforming chronic care management – Supporting new ways to manage chronic health needs with dignity and care.

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