Foundation Grants. $1,227,500 distributed to 62 unique organizations, with three first-time grants awarded to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Minnesota, Reach Homeless Shelter in Hagerstown, Maryland, and Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee. Our foundation focused on grants within areas where we live and work and those with causes related to basic needs, youth mentoring and supporting our industry partners.
Oshkosh Cares. Many of our team members faced hardships last year and were supported through the Oshkosh Cares program. Oshkosh Cares is funded by team member contributions and the Oshkosh Foundation, assisting those who are in immediate financial need due to unforeseen disasters or personal hardships. In 2024 Oshkosh Cares helped 285 team members receive critical support after the devastation of Hurricanes Milton and Helene impacted their homes and lives, with over $342,000 distributed to support fellow team members during their time of need.
Volunteerism. By sharing our time and talent, team members logged hours with non-profit or professional boards, skilled volunteering opportunities and giving back to our communities. In total 22,355volunteer hours were donated in 2024 to community groups and Oshkosh signature programs, including:
- Good to Give Back Month: Oshkosh uses April, national volunteer month, as an opportunity to encourage team members to make a measurable difference around the globe by donating time and talent to help charity organizations complete critical projects. A sample of the 2024 programs where team members assisted includes cleaning and painting a youth center in Leon, Mexico, helping with a home build in Laredo, Texas, sorting clothes at Child In Need in Washington County, Maryland, stocking food at the Oshkosh Area Community Pantry and volunteering for Earth Day and Habitat for Humanity projects.
- Feed the Body, Feed the Soul: Events in Maryland and Wisconsin brought together over 1,200 volunteers to combat food insecurity by packaging rice and pasta for local pantries. In total 236,000 pounds of staple food items went to pantries to support food insecurities.