In the world of corporate social responsibility, few efforts shine as brightly as The Home Depot Foundation’s dedication to giving back. The Home Depot Foundation Kicks Off National Volunteer Month with Service Thousands of volunteers to work in neighborhoods across the country, in partnership withR3SM, Team Depot has affected the lives of more than 27,000 veterans by engaging the knowledge and skills of our Associate volunteers. Through its 400,000 strong network of associate volunteers, known as Team Depot, the Foundation has invested $250 million in veteran causes and improved more than 40,000 homes and facilities since 2011.

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A History of The Home Depot Foundation

Founded in 2002, The Home Depot Foundation multiplied its mission to respond to the most critical, unmet needs of its communities, including housing and veterans. The foundation has since grown and is now working on sustainable projects and partnerships that expands its reach and impact. We hit a major milestone in 2023 with the foundation eclipsing more than $500 million in investments made in veteran-related initiatives, and a re-dedication to $750 million by 2030.

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Team Depot: The Pulse of Volunteering

Team Depot — The Home Depot’s associate volunteer program — is also a driving force for the foundation’s efforts. With hundreds of thousands of associates, Team Depot takes on projects large and small, from complex renovations to the community-based service projects. Their commitment knows no limit, as is demonstrated by many projects, like McCollum Park in Downers Grove, Illinois, where volunteers turned donated goods -- valued at $25,000 from The Home Depot Foundation, the Flowers Communication Group and Casio America Inc. -- into a masterpiece.

Saluting Veterans: A Core Mission

Supporting our veterans has been a key pillar of our work at The Home Depot Foundation. In partnership with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and Volunteers of America, the foundation has helped build and renovate homes for veterans. For example, deployment to Rockford, Illinois involved completing a handicap ramp and emergency home repair for military veteran staff sergeant, Gerry Chavez, using funds from The Home Depot Foundation's Habitat for Humanity Repair Corps program.

National Volunteer Month festivities

Every April, The Home Depot Foundation starts the month off right with Service, setting its sights on a variety of projects appealing to associates and communities. Whether fixing up homes or the environment, these projects all have one thing in common - the impact is here to stay. In 2025, volunteers partnered with Native American Connections to improve the homes of local veterans in Phoenix, Arizona, serving more than 250 veterans.

Cultivating Community Through Collaboration

In addition to specific projects, The Home Depot Foundation also creates partnerships with local or national nonprofits and groups that work with veterans to meet a community need. In Richmond, Va., the foundation partnered with the Richmond Community Toolbank to construct outdoor furniture for historic African American cemeteries, to help preserve cultural heritage and create spots for reflection.

Extending the Infl uence: National Level efforts at the national level850.Target for enhanced coverage at the national level.

The foundation's work is national in scope, including the Building Change program. In 2024, working with ToolBank USA, volunteers built more than 1,300 items, including picnic tables and garden beds, to donate to local nonprofits and community centers around the country.

FAQ Section

Q1: How do I volunteer with Team Depot?

A1: Those interested can find out about future volunteer events and information on how to register for projects in their area by visiting The Home Depot Foundation’s website.

Q2: Does The Home Depot Foundation donate to causes other than veterans?

A2: No, The primary focus is veterans, but the organization also invests in projects that promote community building and disaster relief as well as environmental sustainability.

Q3: How can I give to The Home Depot Foundation?

A3: Go to the foundation’s website and there are a few ways to give to the foundation.

Q4: Are there volunteer options for families?

A4: Most service projects are kid-friendly so people of all ages can engage in and help out the community.

Q5: How does The Home Depot Foundation select projects?

A5: There are three factors that determine how we choose the projects we work on: community needs assessments, partners and the VFW Foundation mission to help veterans and grow communities.

Conclusion

Corporate Responsibility: The Home Depot Foundation as a Shining Example The Home Depot Foundation is a shining example of corporate social responsibility in action. Through activating volunteers, establishing meaningful partnerships, and engaging in targeted RESULTS, the foundation continues to effect positive change in veteran communities and all across America. National Volunteer Month is underway, and Just in time for National Volunteer Month The Home Depot Foundation Kicks Off National Volunteer Month with Service, underscoring the significance of working together to build stronger, healthier communities.