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The Hard Rock Heals Foundation recently announced the disbursement of $255,000 in grants to 51 local nonprofit organizations across the globe. Each organization received $5,000 after being nominated by a local Hard Rock or Seminole Gaming property.
“Our properties are deeply connected to the communities they call home, and this grant program gives our local teams an opportunity to champion organizations making a difference right in their own backyards,” said Tracy Bradford, director and co-president of the Hard Rock Heals Foundation and president of Seminole Hard Rock Support Services.
“We’re proud to invest in 51 nonprofit partners this year and help amplify the important work they are doing around the world.”
The grants underscore Hard Rock International’s commitment to the communities it serves through both its retail casinos and hotels and its Hard Rock Bet Online Casino and sportsbook platform.
$5,000 awards span 18 countries, more than 40 cities
The Hard Rock Heals Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) organization that oversees all philanthropic activities for Hard Rock International, funding programs that promote wellness, health and disaster relief. This year, the 2026 Grant Program focused on three areas:
- Emergency relief and health
- Prevention of human trafficking and promotion of human rights
- Children’s wellness, support and education
This year’s recipients are spread across 18 countries and more than 40 cities, demonstrating Hard Rock International’s global reach and extensive community connections. They include:
- Covenant House New Jersey (nominated by Hard Rock Cafe Atlantic City) — Provides housing and supportive services for young people experiencing homelessness and human trafficking survivors.
- Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity (nominated by Hard Rock Cafe London Old Park Lane) — Provides advocacy, research and care for critically ill children.
- Kids in Distress Inc. (nominated by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood) — Serves families and children affected by abuse.
- Empowerment Dess Perkins (nominated by Hard Rock Casino Tejon) — Supports survivors of human trafficking.
- Mamás Unidas por la Rehabilitación de sus Hijos, A.C. (nominated by Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta) — Offers comprehensive rehabilitation services to children with disabilities.
The organizations were chosen because of their commitment to improving lives and strengthening their communities. The full list of 2026 grant recipients is available at hardrock.com/heals-foundation.
Hard Rock Heals Foundation has supported hundreds of organizations since launching its grant program in 2016. The foundation is guided by the belief that music is a universal force for good.
