Donor Impact Report
Donor Impact Report
Heffernan Foundation continues to reach those in need in the areas of education, shelter, and food insecurity with the continued generosity of our insurance company partners, our employees, vendors, and clients.
How we give back Since 1988, Heffernan Group & Heffernan Foundation
- Volunteered over 39,000 hours at over 250+ nonprofits nationwide
- Contributed $22,743,116 to various nonprofits throughout the united states
- Average $1,907 in donations per employee, per year
- 68% staff participation payroll contributions to Heffernan Foundation
- Donated $873,416 to local food banks / food pantries 2,620,248 meals $1 dollar = 3 meals
- Our Endowment has grown to $9,555,270
- Has consistently been named a ‘top corporate philanthropist’ since 2003
- Awarded $2,514,000 toward education scholarships since 2006
Heffernan Foundation is changing futures through access to education, reducing homelessness and food deficiency through relevant nonprofit collaboration; promoting community and employee engagement.
How we give back?
EMPLOYEE MATCHING
Each employee is given the opportunity to donate $250 to a 501 (c)3 charity or charities of their choice and the Heffernan Foundation will match dollar for dollar.
PAYROLL CONTRIBUTIONS
Our staff contribute a portion of their paychecks each month into the Foundation.
In 2023, $295,000 was donated by 68% staff.
Funds raised are donated to nonprofits at the end of each year.
GRANTS
We offer grants to nonprofits meeting our core areas of funding. Grants range from $2,500-$10,000 on average.
- Education, shelter, food insecurity
- Applications are by invitation
- Nominations are accepted yearly by Heffernan Group staff
GRANT-A-WISH
- Provide a wish for a deserving child ages 4-18.
- Wishes Granted: Disneyland, Disney World, Colorado Dinosaur Dig, Day on the Bay + Giants Game, Summer Camps
- Application sent out in March of each year
PAYROLL CONTRIBUTIONS
Our staff contribute a portion of their paychecks each month into the Foundation.
- In 2023, $295,000 was donated by 68% staff
- Funds raised are donated to nonprofits at the end of each year.
VOLUNTEERING
Each employee has the opportunity to volunteer their time during work hours for a local nonprofits.
PROGRAM RELATED INVESTMENTS
Loans made by the Foundation to support social enterprise small businesses and nonprofits.