Welcome to the
Bren Herrera Foundation
We are excited to welcome you to the Bren Herrera Foundation, a service-based nonprofit organization committed to serving underrepresented communities across the DMV area in the nations capital. We serve with empathy, dedication and love.
Our Impact At a Glance
(to date) A snapshot of the lives we’ve touched and the work we’re proud to lead since 2016
Communities Reached:
Washington, D.C.; Virginia, Maryland and North Carolina
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Our Cornerstone and Signature Programs
Bren + Friends Serve DC
Annual Christmas Day Program
Our signature holiday initiative brings the community together to serve warm meals to individuals and families in need across Washington, DC. What began as a grassroots effort has grown into a powerful annual movement rooted in dignity, compassion, and service—reminding every guest that they are seen, valued, and cared for.
Impact Snapshot
- 1,500+ families served
- 12,000+ meals distributed
- 200+ volunteers activated
- 10+ years of service
Christmas in July
Summer Community Day
This vibrant, family-centered event introduces our foundation’s mission through food, wellness, and connection. Serving hundreds of meals in a festive summer setting, the day includes interactive experiences, local partnerships, and accessible resources that support underrepresented and disenfranchised communities.
Impact Snapshot
- 200–400 meals served (to date)
- Family wellness activations
- Community resource access
- Local business partnerships
- Kids’ sport and fitness spaces
Ride-to-Eat
Cycling Fundraiser & Wellness Experience
Ride -to-Eat is a high-impact cycling experience designed to promote health, community, and purpose. Bringing together cyclists, supporters, veterans, and youth, the event raises critical funds while introducing participants to cycling as a pathway to wellness, resilience, and belonging.
Impact Snapshot
- 250+ cyclists participating
- Veteran-focused routes
- Youth cycling workshops
- Adaptive cyclists inclusion
- Wellness rest stops and support stations
Adventure Amputee Camp
Adaptive Youth Culinary & Wellness Program, Bryson City, North Carolina
Adventure Amputee Camp is a transformative summer experience serving children and teens living with limb loss and limb differences. For more than 11 years, Bren Herrera has served as the volunteer Culinary Director, leading healthy meal planning, menu development, and daily food service throughout the week-long camp experience.
Centered around wellness, confidence, and community, the program provides nourishing meals and supportive culinary experiences that help campers, families, and volunteers feel seen, cared for, and empowered in a safe and uplifting environment.
Impact Snapshot
- 11+ years of volunteer culinary leadership
- Serving youth ages 8–18 living with limb loss and limb differences
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks provided daily
- Culinary menu development and wellness-focused meal planning
- Supporting campers, families, and volunteers throughout the week
- Approximately 50+ participants served each summer
Get Involved. You can help us make a difference!
Our organization serves thousands of families and children every year. We are able to grow and have lasting impact through the kindness and generosity of sponsors, partners, and volunteers. We look forward to you getting involved!
Mission Statement
The Bren Herrera Foundation empowers marginalized communities in the Washington, D.C.-area, by providing essential resources, advocacy, and programs that promote dignity, equity, and lasting impact.