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Shaping the Future of Veteran Philanthropy
We Stand Up for Heroes
The Bob Woodruff Foundation has partnerships in communities across the country. We identify and invest in best-in-class programs that are serving the diverse needs of impacted service members, veterans, families, and caregivers right in their communities.
2022 Year-End Highlights
Get a glimpse into our work to our nation’s veterans, service members, and their families have access to the highest level of support and resources they have earned, for as long as they need them.
Our Partners
Craig Newmark Philanthropies
Craig Newmark is a Web pioneer, philanthropist, and leading advocate. Most commonly known for founding the online classified ads service craigslist, Newmark works to support and connect people and drive broad civic engagement. In 2016, he founded Craig Newmark Philanthropies to advance people and grassroots organizations that are “getting stuff done” in areas that include trustworthy journalism & the information ecosystem, voter protection, women in technology, and veterans & military families. At its core, all of Newmark’s philanthropic work helps to strengthen American democracy by supporting the values that the country aspires to – fairness, opportunity, and respect. For more information, please visit: CraigNewmarkPhilanthropies.org. Craig can be found sharing his personal perspective on the issues of the day at @craignewmark. Website
Veterans on Wall Street (VOWS)
Veterans on Wall Street (VOWS) is an initiative dedicated to honoring former and currently military personnel by facilitating career and business opportunities in the financial services industry. The Bob Woodruff Foundation serves as VOW’s strategic charity partner, and through a combination of educational initiatives, mentoring, outreach to the military, employee affinity groups, and an annual conference, VOWS promotes career development, support, and retention of veterans throughout the global financial services industry. Website
National Football League (NFL)
Since 2018, the NFL and BWF have made a measurable impact in the lives of more than 577,600 veterans, service members, their families, and caregivers. Together the NFL, BWF and MoveUnited launched the USA Wheelchair Football League, now with nine teams nationwide. As we move forward, we will work with the NFL and our boots on the ground partners and grantees to shape solutions and fund impactful programs that best meet the needs of veterans today, tomorrow, and over the horizon. Website
Qatar Harvey Fund
The Qatar Harvey Fund was created by His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, in response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey. Although located halfway around the world on the Arabian peninsula, Qatar has long-established ties in southeast Texas through decades of economic cooperation and educational exchange. The enormous damage of Hurricane Harvey made it immediately clear that rebuilding and recovery in the region would be long and challenging. The $30M Qatar Harvey Fund was created as a commitment of solidarity between the people of Qatar and the people of Texas as they embarked upon this long road. Website
Bread Financial
Bread Financial (formerly Alliance Data) is a tech-forward financial services company that offers simple, personalized payment, lending and saving solutions. At Bread Financial, we continue our time-honored pursuit to advance initiatives that are good for society and good for our business – investing in programs that strengthen our communities, foster independence and create opportunities for our associates to engage through volunteerism and supported giving.
State of Qatar
In 2018, the Bob Woodruff Foundation and the State of Qatar established a partnership to support Texas Gulf Coast veterans and their families who were impacted by Hurricane Harvey. BWF began issuing grants through this partnership in 2019, and then adjusted our granting strategy for 2020 to ensure that our grantees were positioned to continue providing critical services while protecting the health and safety of their staff and participants during COVID-19.
Pendleton Whisky
Pendleton Whisky and the Bob Woodruff Foundation have joined forces to provide meaningful, long-term support to our veterans and their families with the challenges they face after service. Together, “We’ve got your 6.” Website
HCS Foundation
The HCS FOUNDATION was established in 1959 in Cleveland by Harold C. Schott. The foundation limits its giving to Ohio and supports health organizations, cultural institutions, education, and services for the handicapped. HCS is proud to support the Stand Up for Hereos event.
HSBC
HSBC Holdings is one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organizations. HSBC aims to be where the growth is, connecting customers to opportunities, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and ultimately helping people to fulfill hopes and realize ambitions. HSBC is proud to support military veterans and is dedicated to supporting the futures of veterans and their families. Website
TriWest
TriWest Healthcare Alliance was formed in 1996 as the only company of its kind, with one sole purpose that continues today – serving the health care needs of the military and Veteran communities.We have been proud to serve those who wear America’s uniform, those who came before them, and their family members. Today, we are privileged to support the health care needs of our nation’s Veterans, offering access to quality provider networks and excellent customer service through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Website
Union Bank of Switzerland (UBS)
UBS Group AG is a multinational investment bank and financial services company founded and based in Switzerland. Co-headquartered in the cities of Zürich and Basel, it maintains a presence in all major financial centres as the largest Swiss banking institution and the largest private bank in the world. Website
Gridiron Capital
Gridiron Capital is an investment firm focused on partnering with founders, entrepreneurs, and management teams and creating value by building middle-market companies into industry-leaders in branded consumer, B2B and B2C services, and niche industrial segments in the United States and Canada.
Citibank
Focus. Determination. Courage. Selflessness. These are what heroes and leaders are made of. And that’s why Citi is a proud founder of Veterans on Wall Street and is honored to support the Bob Woodruff Foundation and Stand Up for Heroes. For more than 200 years, Citi has been committed to providing career opportunities for veterans and their family members. To learn more, visit citi.com/citisalutes
Ann G. and James B. Ritchey Foundation
The Ann G. & James B. Ritchey Foundation is pleased to be able to support the work the Bob Woodruff Foundation does to support those who are always standing up for us.
Philip Morris International
Philip Morris International Inc. is a multinational tobacco company that has developed smoke-free products that are better alternatives to cigarettes. Why is PMI doing this? It’s the right thing to do. There are an estimated one billion-plus smokers in the world, and they should be encouraged to quit. But for those adult smokers who would otherwise continue smoking, we want to provide them with smoke-free alternatives. PMI commends the Bob Woodruff Foundation’s commitment to meeting the emerging and long – term needs of today’s veterans and their families. Website
GIVE – The Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation
GIVE – The Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation is committed to inspiring philanthropy and community service. GIVE does this by creating awareness, offering guidance, and leading by example to show the world what giving can do. Grants support public nonprofit organizations based in the United States that either help people in need or solve complex problems. GIVE also spearheads grassroots campaigns to encourage others to give. Website
Barclays
Barclays is a transatlantic bank offering products and services across personal, corporate and investment banking with a strong presence in our two home markets of the UK and the US. With over 325 years of history and expertise in banking. Barclay’s works together with experienced partners to develop meaningful and innovative programs that deliver a significant positive impact over the long-term. Website
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
Royal Bank of Canada is a Canadian multinational financial services company and the largest bank in Canada by market capitalization and has over 86,000 employees worldwide. Through the RBC Foundation – USA and our strategic partnerships with charitable and non-profit organizations, we help the communities where we live and work thrive.
Skadden
Founded by Marshall Skadden, Les Arps and John Slate on April Fools’ Day in 1948, Skadden began as a scrappy upstart among a sea of established “white shoe” law firms in New York. The traits that fueled Skadden’s rise from a New York startup to a global powerhouse continue to define our firm culture. Skadden is proud to support the Bob Woodruff Foundation and its annual Stand Up for Heroes event. Website
Capital One
Capital One Financial Corporation is an American bank holding company specializing in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings accounts, headquartered in McLean, Virginia with operations primarily in the United States. Capital One deeply value the service and sacrifice of our veterans, active military personnel and their families. Website
Vehicles for Veterans
Car Donation Foundation Vehicles For Veterans is a nonprofit vehicle donation program dedicated to providing funding that will help to build better lives for all of our nation’s veterans and their families. The Vehicles For Veterans program supports disabled veterans and other causes for our nation’s veterans. These causes include, but are not limited to, health and wellness, employment, medical care, disability, pension, and housing. Website
Cantor Fitzgerald
Cantor Fitzgerald founded the Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund on September 14, 2001, in response to 9/11. Since then, the fund has raised and distributed approximately $369 million to support families impacted by emergencies and natural disasters, direct service charities, and wounded members of our military.
Balyasny Asset Management
Balayasny Asset Management (B.A.M) began in 2001 as a single, small office in Chicago trading has grown into a global, multi-strategy institution. Along the way, we’ve built a culture that is distinctly different from other firms. We encourage a collaborative environment that empowers a diverse range of professionals to reach their highest potential. From our benefits to our career development programs, we believe in people first. Website
BNP Paribas
BNP Paribas is an international banking group. The BNP Paribas Foundation, is a major player and expert in corporate philanthropy, and had been since 1984. Our approach is based on two strong themes, innovation and youth. Guided by our two priorities, impact and societal issues, we support projects dedicated to solidarity, environment and culture. Website
BlackRock
Barclays is a transatlantic bank offering products and services across personal, corporate and investment banking with a strong presence in our two home markets of the UK and the US. With over 325 years of history and expertise in banking. Barclay’s works together with experienced partners to develop meaningful and innovative programmes that deliver a significant positive impact over the long-term.
Bloomberg Philanthropies
Bloomberg Philanthropies is a philanthropic organization that encompasses all of the charitable giving of founder Michael R. Bloomberg. Headquartered in New York City, Bloomberg Philanthropies focuses its resources on five areas: the environment, public health, the arts, government innovation and education. Bloomberg is dedicated to supporting veterans and families who have served in the military around the world. Website
Citadel
Citadel is an American multinational hedge fund and financial services company. Citadel’s world-class global team brings together the art of investing with the science of finance to help capital partners achieve their financial goals with the mission to be the most succesful investment team in the world. Citadel is proud to support VOWS and the Stand Up for Heroes event to help all veterans, service members and their families thrive. Website
The Barbara Bradley Baekgaard Family Foundation
The Barbara Bradley Baekgaard Family Foundation honors the courage and commitment of America Veterans.
Academy Securities
Academy Securities is a preeminent veteran owned investment bank. Leadership and staff have had intensive military training prior to gaining in-depth financial services experience. Academy Securities provides insight on the impact that foreign affairs, wars, and acts of terrorism have on the economy. Academy Securities is our nation’s first post-9/11 disabled veteran owned investment bank. Website
AmeriVet Securities
AmeriVet Securities was founded by a Black, disabled veteran in 1994. AmeriVet’s mission as a purpose-driven company is to provide first class capital markets and financial services across multiple lines of business, while producing meaningful opportunities and results within the veteran community. Website
Ares Management
Ares is a leading global investment manager offering clients investment solutions. The Ares Charitable Foundation strategically invests in programming that addresses systemic challenges through transformative giving intended to improve individuals’ quality of life. Website
CME Group
CME Group Inc. is an American global markets company. It is the world’s largest financial derivatives exchange, and trades in asset classes that include agricultural products, currencies, energy, interest rates, metals, stock indexes and cryptocurrencies futures. CME Group salutes the Bob Woodruff Foundation, VOWS and its mission to honor former and current military personnel by facilitating career and business opportunities in the financial services industry.
Drexel Hamilton
Drexel Hamilton is an investment bank 100% owned and operated by military Veterans who served in harm’s way from Vietnam to Iraq and Afghanistan. We are committed to providing the best execution and service to our clients. We achieve this goal while staying true to our founding principles of creating meaningful employment opportunities for service-disabled veterans in the field of financial services.
Macquarie
Macquarie is a global financial services group operating in several arenas across the financial sector. The diversity of our operations, combined with a strong capital position and robust risk management framework, has contributed to our record of unbroken profitability. The Macquarie Group Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Macquarie Group. Macquarie provides support to hundreds of community organizations globally each year through financial support, volunteering and skills sharing. Website
MetLife
MetLife is among the largest global providers of insurance, annuities, and employee benefit programs, with 90 million customers in over 60 countries. MetLife’s mission for veterans is to help transition veterans from military service to meaningful employment, aid in the caring of injured veterans and provide assistance to service members and their families. Website
Santander
Santander Bank, is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Spanish Santander Group. It is based in Boston and its principal market is the northeastern United States. It offers an array of financial services and products including retail banking, mortgages, corporate banking, cash management, credit card, capital markets, trust and wealth management, and insurance. Santander honors the Bob Woodruff Foundation for helping veterans prosper. Website
Tudor Investment Corportation
Founder and Chief Investment Officer, Paul Tudor Jones II, is one of the pioneers of the modern-day hedge fund industry. Paul began his career in the cotton pits before forming the Tudor Group in 1980. Paul was eager to create a firm differentiated by a steadfast dedication to client objectives and guided by strong ethics and values. In the nearly four decades since, Tudor has grown into a global investment firm with offices worldwide. Tudor Investment Corporation applauds the Bob Woodruff Foundation for their commitment to service members, veterans and their families. Website
CarePoint Health
CarePoint Health brings quality, patient-focused healthcare to Hudson County, New Jersey. Combining the resources of three area hospitals, Bayonne Medical Center, Christ Hospital in Jersey City, and Hoboken University Medical Center, CarePoint provides a new approach to deliver healthcare that puts the patient front and center.
Odenwolf
The founder and owner of Odenwolf, Philipp Bugert, always had one name buzzing through his head before starting the company. The name Odenwolf was able to combine two important points. On the one hand, the beginning of the term is reminiscent of the beautiful Odenwald, a forest in the southern part of Germany and the headquarters of our family business. On the other hand, it is based on the first name of Philipp Bugert’s grandfather, who loved to spend his free time in nature and was also interested in knives. To this day, our family business tries to stay true to these two anchor points. A close exchange with our outdoor friends enables us to develop high-quality products that make trips into nature even more enjoyable. In every millimeter of our products are the wishes and suggestions of our outdoor friends. Suggestions for improvement are not lost in the sand, but flow directly into product development. Our slogan “Be Part of the Wolfpack” is not an empty phrase, but an important part of our work. Website
