Our Impact

BW Foundation

With a commitment to fostering career and economic mobility, the Berkman Woods Charitable Foundation leverages its financial and human capital to support initiatives that bridge opportunity gaps and strengthen communities.

Workforce Readiness

The Foundation supports programs that help individuals from underserved backgrounds access the skills, training, and professional networks they need to launch and sustain meaningful careers.

Community Investment

We invest in the communities where our portfolio companies operate — supporting education, entrepreneurship, and economic development initiatives that create lasting positive impact.

Team Participation

Through our employee engagement programs, Berkman Woods team members contribute to their communities through volunteering, mentorship, and charitable giving throughout the year.

Community engagement
Our Programs

BW Futures

Our flagship program supporting first-generation and underrepresented students through professional development, mentorship, and access to paid internship opportunities at Berkman Woods and our portfolio companies.

BW Gives Back

Our employee engagement program that provides a vehicle for Berkman Woods team members to support their local communities through volunteering, giving, and hands-on service with nonprofit partners.

Nonprofit Partnerships

The Foundation partners with organizations focused on workforce development, youth education, veteran support, and small business development to create measurable impact in the communities we serve.

Portfolio Community Impact

We encourage and support community engagement across our portfolio companies — creating a culture of giving back that strengthens businesses and the communities around them.

Investing beyond the balance sheet.

The Berkman Woods Charitable Foundation supports the communities where we live and work.

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