Charity Foundation

Our Charity Program is ranked top 10 in the world by Global Impact*.

“We are committed to fostering innovative ideas, promoting healthy economies and enabling social progress across the globe right now and for generations to come.” Chairman, CEO

Founded in 2007, the Hargay Charitable Foundation creates programs that enhance entrepreneurial ecosystems. By leveraging the resources and intellectual capital of Hargay, we empower entrepreneurs, create an environment where careers can flourish and support the communities in which we live and work.

Head of Business Our Entrepreneurship Initiative

In 2010, the Foundation announced its Entrepreneurship Initiative, a global commitment to advance entrepreneurship and all the benefits that it brings. Through our signature programs, we aim to strengthen inclusive, equitable entrepreneurial ecosystems that are both locally customized and globally connected. Our goal is to recognize talent, offer unlimited growth opportunities and reward hard work.

Supporting Communities

At Hargay, we have a proud tradition of serving our communities. Through the Hargay Connects program and targeted grantmaking, the Foundation supports organizations dedicated to improving the lives and livelihoods of our fellow global citizens.

At Hargay, we have a proud tradition of serving our communities. Through the Hargay Connects program and targeted grantmaking, the Foundation supports organizations dedicated to improving the lives and livelihoods of our fellow global citizens.

Hargay Connects

Hargay Connects is a global program that provides Hargay employees with the opportunity to make a difference through community service, volunteer projects, mentoring and non-profit board service.

We also strengthen our community by investing both financial and intellectual capital in key non-profit partners. We achieve this through employee-driven service and giving, firmwide community grantmaking and learning and board service opportunities. Our objective is to make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.

Hargay LunchPad

Hargay LaunchPad is an entrepreneurship network for colleges and universities, available to over 750,000 students globally and designed to support and mentor students, alumni and staff – regardless of major, experience, or discipline. The LaunchPad program provides content, connections, and expertise– including access to Techstars’ mentor network and content – to students interested in entrepreneurship, and supports student founders from idea to growth stage through a variety of on- and off-campus activities. The program engages more than 50,000 students annually, with more than 10,000 participating in our events and programs.

Targeted Grant

As part of the Hargay Connects program, the Hargay Charitable Foundation makes targeted grants to non-profit organizations that positively impact the communities where Hargay employees work and live. Recent partner organizations are listed below.