Community Engagement

Helping people thrive in our communities and beyond.

A Commitment to Social Impact and Responsible Citizenship

Our core purpose is helping people thrive every day. At BDO, we believe that our success is inseparable from the success of the communities in which we operate and where our people live. We are committed to a vision of corporate citizenship in which we share responsibility for community well-being, a position we’ve proudly held for many years.

Our people play an essential part in delivering on our commitment to positive social impact. They contribute through firm-organized volunteer activities, their own commitments supporting causes they are passionate about, as leaders of non-profit and community organizations, and much more. 

BDO Counts

Through our social impact program, BDO Counts, everyone has the opportunity to make a difference. 

BDO Counts is employee-driven and features a blend of nationwide programs as well as local service initiatives. Our network of BDO Counts coordinators serve as community engagement champions, helping to scale our programs by planning volunteer events and other charitable opportunities. 

By focusing on four cause areas chosen by our people, BDO Counts aligns personal interests with firm priorities. The cause areas enable us to focus our time, talents and resources to give more intentionally to increase our impact. 

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Children & Youth

We enhance youth well-being through supporting organizations that improve children’s academic, social and emotional well-being.

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Education & Literacy

We drive equal educational and economic opportunities by supporting organizations helping people advance academically and professionally.

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Human Rights

We create thriving, inclusive communities by supporting organizations improving food security, housing, economic opportunity and belonging.

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Environment

We accelerate environmental sustainability through support of environmental champions and innovators committed to helping the planet thrive.

BDO Counts Efforts and Impact

BDO Counts is fueled by the dedication of our people and their passion for helping their communities thrive.  Since launch, the program has empowered our people to donate thousands of volunteer hours, raise substantial funds for community initiatives and serve the organizations that matter most to them.

22,950

Hours volunteered in 2024

3,000+

BDO Counts Volunteers in 2024

600+

Nonprofit boards that our professionals serve on

17

Years of helping communities thrive through BDO Counts

We’re proud to be named a 2025 honoree of the Civic 50 by Points of Light, recognizing the most community-minded businesses in America.

Our Cause Partner

BDO is proud to collaborate with our first cause partner, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. This cause partnership marks a major milestone in BDO’s social impact strategy and will help strengthen our impact within our Children & Youth cause area by helping to create a pathway to economic empowerment and brighter prospects for the next generation through mentorship. Learn more about how we are nurturing tomorrow’s leaders together.

BDO volunteering.

Our People in Action

Our Social Impact Stories

Brand Ambassadors

BDO has teamed up with PGA Tour winner and professional golfer Billy Horschel, and three-time Olympian and professional golfer Albane Valenzuela, to support their efforts on and off the green.

Learn More about Billy Horschel
Learn More about Albane Valenzuela