BMO/H4HF Partnership/Funding Announcement
On April 23, 2024, Homes For Heroes Foundation announced a $1.5 million donation from BMO – a long-time supporter of the Canadian Armed Forces and Canadian Veterans.
Representatives from both organizations were on hand at The Royal Canadian Military Institute in Toronto to make the announcement.
We are thrilled to begin a partnership with BMO in support of our charity’s mission to end the issue of Veteran homelessness. BMO is a global company with a proven commitment to our military community and today’s announcement will go a long way in helping us achieve our mission,” noted Brad Field, President and CEO of Homes For Heroes Foundation.
“As the Official Bank of the Canadian Defence Community, BMO is proud to partner with the Homes For Heroes Foundation and help accelerate the Foundation’s National Veterans’ Village Program,”
said Gayle Ramsay, Head, Everyday Banking, Segment & CustomerGrowth, BMO. “This partnership is inspired by our Purpose, to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life, and supports our commitment to a more inclusive society by expanding the social services and housing that help veterans successfully transition back to civilian life.”
L-R: Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, Gayle Ramsay, Head, Everyday Banking, Segment & Customer Growth, BMO, and Brad Field, President and CEO of Homes For Heroes Foundation.
“Veterans Affairs Canada has proudly supported the Homes For Heroes Foundation through the Veterans and Family Well-Being Fund, with over $1.7 million in support since 2019. This support helps Homes For Heroes’ Veterans’ Villages to deliver tailored and personalized services to Veterans, all while providing them with a safe and affordable place to call home,” said the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence. “Working with our partners is one of the ways we can ensure the physical, mental, and economic well-being of Veterans and their families. BMO’s commitment today shows that, through strong partnerships and collaboration, we can make a significant difference for Veterans and their families across the country.”
Brad Field appointed President & CEO of Homes For Heroes
Dave Howard, co-founder of Homes For Heroes Foundation, decided to step down as President and CEO of the charity as of December 31, 2023 in order to focus on new Village site acquisition and government relations. Leadership of the organization will now be assumed by Brad Field.
Brad comes to Homes for Heroes with over 30 years of local and international, private and not-for-profit leadership experience. Until 2021, Brad was the president of BRC Groupheadquartered in Calgary. With locations in Canada and the US, Brad and his team created an industry-leading reputation of excellence. Through his experience in transportation, healthcare, strategic consulting, and fire suppression, he brings a wide range of skills to the Homes for Heroes team. Brad was past board chair of Terminator Foundation and currently sits on the board of Business for Calgary Kids.
Brad has been a proud Calgarian for over five decades. His volunteer work in building homes for the impoverished with Homes for Hope, has provided him with valuable insight into the challenges facing our unhoused population. An avid supporter of our Canadian Veterans, Brad is honored to represent this organization.
We thank Dave Howard for his dedication to the cause of Homes For Heroes over the past six years and look forward to his invaluable contribution as he focuses on important areas of our charities growth.