The Dermody Properties Foundation, founded in 1988 and funded by the profits generated by the employees of Dermody Properties, is dedicated to benefiting thousands of families through support to hundreds of nonprofit organizations and causes. With a focus on the arts, education, and the family, the Foundation places special emphasis on children and the elderly, having donated more than $3.67 million to a variety of nonprofits in the communities where they operate.
The Dermody Properties Foundation grants program aims to support and sustain organizations focusing on the arts, education, the family, and specifically targets children, the elderly, the disabled, substance abuse, and the homeless. Guided by the principle of corporate philanthropy and funded by the hard work of Dermody Properties' employees, the Foundation believes in improving the quality of life in their communities. Grants typically range from $500 to $3,000, supporting various organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs, Northern Nevada Food Bank, The Rescue Mission, and even sponsoring Habitat for Humanity houses with both funds and volunteer labor.