2025 Q2 Philanthropy Fund Recipients Announced
Supporting nonprofits driving change worldwide
At Q2, our mission is to build strong and diverse communities by strengthening their financial institutions. One way we support this mission is through the Q2 Philanthropy Fund, which provides grants to nonprofits making a difference in the communities where we live and work, and in those supported by our customers.
Now in its fourth year, the Q2 Philanthropy Fund—powered by Q2 Spark, our corporate social responsibility program—is run in partnership with Austin Community Foundation (ACF). Together, we’re proud to support organizations that are building stronger and more inclusive communities.
Led by Our People
What makes the Philanthropy Fund so special is that it’s driven by employees. Each year, a committee of Q2 team members comes together to review applications, learn about inspiring organizations, and decide where our support can make the greatest impact.
“Serving on the committee reminded me how much heart Q2 team members bring to giving back. It was an honor to help direct support to organizations that truly change lives,” said Bella Pietsch, Marketing Content Writer.
Our Impact in 2025
We’re thrilled to award $150,000 in grants to nonprofits making an impact across the globe. These organizations were nominated and chosen by employees, making every grant a reflection of Q2’s mission to strengthen and uplift the communities we serve.
This year’s recipients include:
- Carrying Hope, Austin, TX
- Manos de Cristo, Austin, TX
- SAFE Alliance, Austin, TX
- Economic Growth Business Incubator, Austin, TX
- Lirios Pediatrics, Austin, TX
- Holly’s Heart, Austin, TX; Charlotte, NC; Des Moines, IA; Lincoln, NE; Minneapolis, MN
- Ashray Akruti, Bangalore, India
- Wildlife SOS, Bangalore, India
- First In Families of North Carolina, Cary, NC
- Prosociedad hacer bien el bien AC, Guadalajara, Mexico
- BraveBe Child Advocacy Center, Lincoln, NE
- Junior Achievement of Lincoln, Inc., Lincoln, NE
Each of these organizations embodies resilience, innovation, and compassion. By supporting them, we’re helping to build stronger, more inclusive communities, which is core to our mission.
Living Our Mission
“We are honored to support the incredible work of this year’s nonprofit organizations that are making a real difference in our communities,” said Kim Rutledge, Chief People Officer at Q2. “The Q2 Philanthropy Fund is one way we stay true to our mission to build strong and diverse communities.”
“Now in year four, the Q2 Philanthropy Fund continues to model what corporate philanthropy can look like,” said ACF CEO Mike Nellis. “With our team as a trusted steward, and employee leaders engaged, Q2 is strengthening the fabric of Austin and every community where Q2 teams live and work.”
Giving Back Every Day
The Philanthropy Fund is just one way our people support communities. Through Q2 Spark, employees have logged thousands of volunteer hours and supported hundreds of nonprofits worldwide. These efforts reflect our values and our belief in strengthening communities alongside the work we do every day to support our customers.
Learn more about the Q2 Philanthropy Fund.