Supporting Meaningful Causes Around the World
Perficient and our colleagues have always given selflessly of our time and talent, making our communities a little brighter each day. Through the Perficient Gives Global Grants Program, colleagues from across our global offices can nominate organizations to receive a one-time donation from Perficient.
Inspiring Generosity with the Perficient Gives Global Grants Program
Introduced in 2024 by Perficient’s Giving Employee Resource Group, the Perficient Gives Global Grants Program encourages all Perficient colleagues to nominate charities to receive a one-time $5,000 donation from Perficient. To be considered, nominations must align with one of Perficient’s corporate giving pillars: advancing STEM education and improving health and well-being.
See Where We're Making a Difference
Perficient colleagues have nominated hundreds of charities from around the world. Learn more about the latest organizations receiving a Perficient Gives Global Grant.
Banco de Alimentos de Colombia (ABACO)
Banco de Alimentos de Colombia (ABACO) is a network of foodbanks throughout Colombia focused on improving the nutrition of millions living in vulnerable conditions. Perficient’s donation will help fight hunger in Colombia by supporting ABACO’s mission.
"I was amazed, grateful, and happy when I learned that ABACO would be receiving a Perficient Gives Global Grant. It comes at a great moment because many families are currently displaced in Colombia."
- Catalina Ulloa Abella, Senior Technical Consultant, Colombia
Akshaya Patra Foundation
Akshaya Patra Foundation is an organization based in Bangalore, India, that provides nutritious meals to underprivileged children and empowers them to learn and grow. Perficient’s donation will help the foundation combat childhood hunger by providing healthy school lunches.
"I nominated the Akshaya Patra Foundation because I believe that their impact and the problem that they are solving is very important, especially with how they are helping children in the classroom as a subset of the overall hunger crisis in India."
-Rishi Jambunathan, Senior Technical Consultant, Commerce
Breakthrough T1D
Breakthrough T1D is a research and advocacy organization that funds research for the development of new therapies and treatments of type 1 diabetes. Perficient’s donation will break barriers and provide funding for research to help people manage their disease.
"Perficient is committed to improving the health and well-being of its communities, and this donation to Breakthrough T1D is a great example of that commitment in action. As someone who knows and loves someone with type 1 diabetes, I know that this donation will make a difference."
-Connor Stieferman, Senior Marketing Manager, Corporate Marketing
Digi-Bridge
Digi-Bridge is a nonprofit organization that offers students in Charlotte, North Carolina, opportunities to engage in hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) learning experiences outside of the classroom. Perficient’s donation will ensure students in underrepresented communities have access to STEAM education.
"Get involved in your local community, whether virtually or in-person. It’s so important to be able to give back. Many of us are fortunate and have access to other things. I love to give back and share our talents. For me, it’s non-profits like Digi-Bridge that make a difference."
-Raj Merchant, Director, Data Solutions
Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network
Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network (DSDN) is an organization with a mission to connect, support, and provide accurate information to families with a Down syndrome diagnosis, as well as the medical professionals who serve them. Perficient’s donation will enhance DSDN’s ability to offer critical resources and support families.
"I nominated DSDN because the organization has made a profound impact on my family. We need a network of people who are walking through the same journey that we are. DSDN’s work is instrumental in making us feel like we are not alone."
- Katie Burwell, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, Corporate Talent Acquisition
More on Perficient's Community Giving Efforts
Learn more about Perficient’s philanthropic efforts by reading the 2024 Community Impact Report, exploring the Perficient blog, and following Perficient on social media.