Unlocking Dreams for Children & Youth
The Panera Bread Foundation envisions a world in which young people can unlock their full potential and dare to dream — a world in which opportunity and economic mobility are accessible and equitable for all. We will provide opportunities for children and youth to grow as leaders and gain access to education and career advancement.
In 2022, we launched a grant program to award non-profit organizations supporting children and youth who are underserved, at-risk and historically underrepresented. Our grant partners are creating, enhancing, or continuing programs that gives children and youth the opportunity to become leaders.
Our current grant partners are predominately serving high school and middle school students. The programs for high school students help youth stay in and do well in school, graduate high school, attend a post-secondary school or find a long-term career path. The middle school programs are focused on strengthening learning skills, enhancing hard and soft skills, and helping children build healthy relationships with trusted adults through mentorship programs. Other programs serve students by specializing in STEM or STEAM programs.
Together we can create the world we want to see — a world where every child can dare to passionately, confidently pursue their dreams. Help us by donating today to give children and youth the opportunity to plan their futures.
The Panera Bread Foundation, Inc. is a public charity and exempt from federal income tax under section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code as an organization described in section 501(c)(3). Our Employer Identification Number is 43-1950869. Panera Bread Foundation's mission is to support and strengthen our communities by investing in underserved and at-risk children and youth to become leaders. To learn more about the Foundation, please visit the Panera Bread Foundation's website. Organizations interested in applying for a grant can apply online here.