The Boys & Girls Club of Montgomery County has been selected as a recipient of a 2026 Community Grant from the Taco Bell Foundation. The funding will support life and workforce readiness, helping youth in Montgomery County access essential resources to achieve their goals.
“This grant allows us to reach more youth with the tools and guidance they need to build a successful future,” said Gina Haile, CEO. “We’re grateful to the Taco Bell Foundation and K-MAC Enterprises, our local franchise, for believing in our mission and investing in the potential of our youth.”
2026 is Taco Bell Foundation’s biggest Community Grants year yet: a record $32 million supporting 700 nonprofits nationwide, representing a 40% increase in nonprofit partners from last year. Fueled by fans who Round Up their Taco Bell order totals, the investment is creating more opportunities for young people through education, career readiness, mentorship and youth empowerment.
Boys & Girls Club of Montgomery County was nominated for the grant by local Taco Bell franchisee K-Mac Enterprises, whose continued commitment to uplifting youth has helped expand access to education, mentorship, and career readiness programs across the community.
“When you think about how this started, with fans giving a little extra at checkout, it’s incredible to see that generosity grow into $32 million for organizations serving young people across the country,” said Morgan Tabor, executive director of the Taco Bell Foundation. “What I love most about Community Grants is how local they are. Taco Bell franchisees know these organizations, they believe in their work, and together we’re helping more young people see just how much is possible for their futures.”
Through this grant, the Boys & Girls Club will be able to continue to expand our youth program, focusing on academic success and life and workforce readiness.
To learn more about Boys & Girls Club of Montgomery County please visit www.bgcmoco.org. To learn more about the Taco Bell Foundation and the Community Grants program, please visit https://www.tacobellfoundation.org/who-we-support/.
