We’re thrilled to announce that the Boys & Girls Club of Clifton has been selected as a recipient of a 2025 Community Grant from the Taco Bell Foundation, a generous $50,000 award that will directly benefit our teen-focused career exploration programs!
This incredible support from the Taco Bell Foundation means more than just funding. It means expanded access to real-world experiences, one-on-one mentorship, and critical resources that help teens in our community prepare for meaningful, long-term careers. Whether our members are discovering new career paths, learning to network, or gaining hands-on experience, this grant will help us deepen our impact where it matters most.
“This grant allows us to reach more students with the tools and guidance they need to build a successful future,” said Gabe Blau, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Clifton. “Taco Bell is ensuring we have the resources necessary to help teens become independent, productive adults. We’re deeply grateful for this continued partnership.”
The Boys & Girls Club of Clifton was proudly nominated for this grant by HAZA Bell of Northeast, a dedicated Taco Bell franchisee that operates locations in Little Falls, Passaic, Belleville, and surrounding areas. We’re grateful for their belief in our mission and their ongoing commitment to the youth in our community.
This year, the Taco Bell Foundation awarded a record-breaking $28 million in Community Grants to nearly 500 nonprofit organizations nationwide. That’s $28 million fueling the dreams and ambitions of young people across the country—and we’re honored to be part of this movement.
“We believe that empowering young people is one of the most meaningful ways we can invest in the future,” said Lisa Lane Cardin, Executive Director of the Taco Bell Foundation. “This record investment is a testament to the power of community-driven change and the limitless potential that exists when we remove barriers and open doors.”
At the Boys & Girls Club of Clifton, we believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed. Thanks to the Taco Bell Foundation, we’re taking bold steps to ensure our teens are ready to face the future with confidence, purpose, and possibility.
Stay tuned as we roll out expanded programs made possible by this grant—and thank you to our partners, supporters, and community members who make this work possible every single day.
To learn more about the Taco Bell Foundation and the Community Grants program, please visit: https://www.tacobellfoundation.org/who-we-support/
