amount of grants given since inception
We’re all global citizens, and that’s why we’re compelled to make an impact through more than just drawing up deals.
We’re committed to the Americas in every way—helping to ensure businesses grow, economies thrive and that communities are cared for. Here are some of the ways we give of our talent, time and funding.
Funding progress through the Mizuho USA Foundation
Our charitable arm—The Mizuho USA Foundation—funds community initiatives and nonprofits that strengthen and revitalize urban neighborhoods. Last year, we focused on affordable housing preservation, employment for low income youth and adults, and family homelessness prevention.
More about our grant programs and how to apply$9.2M
2017
NYC Mayoral Service Recognition Program honoree for demonstrating a remarkable commitment to employee volunteer engagement
Take a look at some highlights from the past year
Employees give back to the local communities on our annual Mizuho Volunteer Day—painting murals at schools, building homes with Habitat for Humanity, and preparing and distributing food for families in need
Every week for 20 years, Mizuho volunteers in New York have helped serve lunch to senior citizens at Encore Community Services
Staff host and mentor high school students during their six-week summer internships at Mizuho Americas
Mizuho team members have walked and raised $1.12 million over twenty-six years for the March of Dimes’ “March for Babies”
Volunteers teach the basics of personal finance in an after-school seminar at a local high school
Mizuho tutors read with NYC elementary school students weekly through Innovations for Learning
Mizuho USA Foundation board members toured grantee Hot Bread Kitchen to learn more about its training programs for low-income food entrepreneurs in East Harlem