The MJ Charitable Foundation has awarded grants to two local nonprofits: a $25,000 grant to Indy Hygiene Hub, 9511 Angola Court, Indianapolis, and an honorable mention grant of $5,000 to Student of Impact Westfield.
Each of these nonprofits address unique needs in their communities and were selected in part for their alignment with the four cornerstones of the MJ Foundation mission: overcoming poverty, fostering diversity, advancing education, and embracing humanity.
“This year represents a milestone for the MJ Foundation as we awarded our highest level of grant funding since the program began over three years ago and reflects the MJ Foundation’s deepening commitment to community impact,” MJ Foundation Executive Director Britni Shrout said. “We are inspired by this year’s recipients, and our shared purpose to be an intentional, active force for good. We are eager to see how this support will elevate their missions and strengthen our communities.”
This grant cycle featured the largest applicant pool to date, with more than 50 nonprofits considered. The grant process is invitation-only, and each of the invited nonprofits are organizations where MJ associates choose to volunteer their time.
This year each MJ office held a donation drive to support Prevail, Inc., an organization close to the heart of an MJ associate who passed away this year.
For more information, go to mjfoundation.com.