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Leopardo Charitable Foundation
MISSION STATEMENT
The Leopardo Charitable Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to the core values of kindness, goodwill, and compassion.
Our mission is to support and illuminate organizations in need and promote empathy for the communities that matter to our clients and employees. We are committed to cultivating optimism for a brighter, more successful, and joyful community.
Every year, the Leopardo Charitable Foundation aids dozens of charities that promote education, health, and technology and support the well-being of citizens. The foundation has contributed to the American Heart Association, City of Hope, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Ronald McDonald House, Special Olympics, Greater Chicago Food Depository, and USO of Illinois, among many others. Since 2004, Leopardo and its charitable foundation have raised and donated well over $2.5 million.
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Meet our partners who help us spread light and make an impact
We support our clients by contributing to charities that deeply resonate with their values, and we actively donate & sponsor to help fund to many of their charity events.
Close To The Heart Of Our Employees
We extend our commitment to the charities that are close to the hearts of our internal employees.
We Support Our Clients & Partners
WE GIVE BACK
Liquidated Damages
Specializing in eclectic music and covering musicians from Aerosmith to Adele and everything in between.
Leopardo’s charitable rock band, comprised of musicians from Leopardo and its business partners, plays numerous benefit concerts each year. Since its founding in 1998, the band has raised millions for various charities. Over the past two decades, Liquidated Damages has played with renowned talent, including Cheap Trick’s Rick Nielsen, Survivor’s founder Jim Peterik, singer/actor Jim Belushi, as well as Aerosmith’s touring piano player Russ Irwin.
2025 Charity Concerts:
Rebuilding Chicago - February 20, 2025
City of Hope REACH Social - May 14, 2025
Cream of Wheaton Fest - June 7, 2025
USO Finn’s After Dark - September 18, 2025
Leopardo Helping Hands
The Helping Hands is a group of Leopardo employees eager to support charitable causes and contribute their time, skills and effort to a diverse list of organizations. Over the past decade plus, this committee has made a large impact in organizing donation drives, providing volunteer efforts, supporting local organizations, and helped raised money at the annual Leopardo Car Show which benefits a new charity each year.
MLK Day of Service
Volunteer Time Off
Habitat for Humanity
Annual Angel Tree Donation
Meet Our Charitable Foundation Team
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Gary Leopardo
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AJ Leopardo
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Fran Avila
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Danielle Caramusa
"Leopardo Charitable Foundation has been an invaluable partner to Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago, bringing both skill and heart to our mission of repairing homes and revitalizing communities. Their volunteer teams have played a crucial role on National Rebuilding Day, providing hands-on repairs that improve the safety and stability of homes for those in need. Beyond their expertise, Leopardo’s dedication to giving back reflects a deep commitment to strengthening the communities they help build. We are grateful for their partnership and the lasting impact they create."
— Wanda Ramirez, CEO, Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago
"At City of Hope, we believe in partnerships that transform possibility into progress — and Leopardo Charitable Foundation exemplifies that belief. Their steadfast support strengthens our ability to accelerate breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. Together, we are not just building hope; we are delivering it where it’s needed most. We are proud to have Leopardo Charitable Foundation as part of the City of Hope family."
— Katie Doyle, Associate Vice President, Corporate Philanthropy, City of Hope