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The foundation works to help financially disadvantaged children and youth gain opportunities and resources to pursue their goals. It runs “Dream Rooms” (technology/STEM learning centers placed in Title I schools) and youth programs such as leadership/football camps and community events to provide mentoring, technology access, and character development.

LISTEN provides services and support to meet the critical needs of Upper Valley individuals and families.

Minnesota Distance Elite (formerly Team USA Minnesota) was founded in 2001 and is based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Over the years, the training group has developed an Olympian, a NACAC Cross Country Champion, and 24 national champions in distances ranging from 1500 meters up through the marathon, achieved 81 top three finishes in U.S. Championships ​, and placed 30 athletes on U.S. World teams. The team has also forged a strong presence in the Twin Cities community and fostered ongoing relationships with sponsors and contributors, both locally and nationally. To date, Minnesota Distance Elite has played a significant role in improving American distance running and plans to do so throughout the foreseeable future. The Team’s Mission since 2001 is to:​ Provide an opportunity for talented distance runners to train in an environment that will prepare them to compete on a level with the best in the nation and in the world, including Olympic competition; Raise awareness of the sport of distance running through promotional and marketing activities; Participate in related community outreach programs, such as clinics, camps, school programs and speaking appearances, in particular working with youth to inspire and motivate them toward healthy lifestyles and goal setting; and Serve as a focal point for distance running in Minnesota and the nation, a sport that attracts thousands of participants for fitness, exercise and competition. Minnesota Distance Elite athletes participate in selected community outreach activities, such as clinics, seminars and speaking appearances, with an emphasis on health, fitness, goal setting and motivation. In particular, the athletes focus on youth running programs with several coaching high school and college cross country and track teams.​ In addition, Minnesota Distance Elite helps raise awareness of the sport of distance running through a variety of promotional and marketing activities, including frequent news releases, a social media presence and sponsorship appearances. Minnesota Distance Elite is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has a coach, a medical team and a 14-member board of directors. The coach is Chris Lundstrom. Through sponsorship and pro bono arrangements, the medical team consists of two team doctors who specialize in sports medicine; physical therapists, massage, and chiropractic clinics with a range of services; strength & conditioning training at Training HAUS and health care services from sponsor Twin Cities Orthopedics; and exercise testing services from sponsor Human Powered Health. The Minnesota Distance Elite Board of Directors is a volunteer group composed of experienced runners who are involved in a variety of ways with the sport of distance running. Their professional experience includes marketing and promotion, fundraising, finance, management, technology, research, medicine and coaching.

The organization provides early learning, before‑/after‑school programs and summer camps across central and northern New Hampshire to give children a safe place, caring mentors, and enrichment that builds confidence, skills, and healthy habits. It focuses on helping young people—especially those who need support most—reach their full potential through education, leadership, and recreational programs.

The council delivers Girl Scout leadership programs and hands‑on experiences to help girls develop courage, confidence, and character, partnering with volunteers, families, and communities across parts of New Jersey to create opportunities for personal growth and community service.

Colorado Youth for a Change believes all students can learn, succeed in school, and rise above seemingly insurmountable obstacles to graduate.

Founded in 1969, Centro Legal de la Raza is a legal services agency protecting and advancing the rights of low-income, immigrant, Black, and Latinx communities through bilingual legal representation, education, and advocacy. By combining quality legal services with know-your-rights education and youth development, Centro Legal de la Raza ensures access to justice for thousands of individuals throughout Northern and Central California.

Palouse Pathways helps students and families in the Palouse region prepare for and access higher‑education opportunities by providing information, workshops, financial‑aid guidance, and a cohort-based scholars program. The organization’s work focuses on college and career exploration, admissions support, and helping families plan and pay for post‑secondary education.

The foundation works to end racism through education by sharing Joan Mulholland’s civil-rights story and providing resources (films, curricula, DEI training) and student supports such as HBCU micro‑scholarships to empower students, educators, employers, and communities to recognize and challenge racism.

Canal Alliance is a Marin County nonprofit that supports and empowers immigrant individuals and families by providing education, legal and social services, workforce development, and advocacy. They aim to help immigrants meet urgent needs (food, health, legal help), build skills (English classes, job training), and access civic and economic opportunities so they can succeed in the community.

ROX is the national non-profit leader on research, education, and programming for girls. The mission of ROX is to create generations of confident girls who control their own relationships, experiences, decisions and futures. ROX executes this mission this through 3 pillars of expertise: • Conducting innovative research with girls, • Educating the community on issues impacting girls, and • Implementing evidence-based programming for girls.

Sharing Wheels operates a community bike shop that helps people access, repair, and reuse bicycles through low-cost sales, free tool/access hours, repair classes, and mobile clinics. Their work focuses on empowerment, affordability, sustainability, and education to improve transportation options and self-sufficiency in Snohomish County.