Baird Gives Back
At Baird, we believe giving back isn't just the right thing to do – it's at the core of what it means to call a community home.
Each year Baird associates come together to donate their time to volunteer in communities across our global footprint.
Baird Gives Back 2026 By the Numbers:
- 1,600+ Baird associates volunteered
- 200+ charitable organizations impacted
- 6,000+ volunteer hours donated
The SD Group is a proud supporter of the Special Olympics Unified Sports, North Hills Bocce team!
For the past 50 years, Special Olympics Pennsylvania has filled a critical need in the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for physical activity and social interaction. Athletes learn developmental and life skills as the benefits of participation translate beyond sports, helping participants to live more independent and rewarding lives. Special Olympics also provides a positive venue for families, volunteers, and donors to become part of a caring community.
| 2026 |
Orchardview Stables
This year, Kathy and Kayla volunteered at Orchardview Stables, giving some areas around the property a fresh new coat of paint.
"Our mission is to nurture body, mind and spirit through God and horses. We are a non-profit organization located outside of Pittsburgh, PA. Teaching people the therapeutic value of horsemanship is our passion. We are committed to supporting veterans and first responders through our equine programs."
| 2025 |
Stoneybrook Foundation
This year Kayla got to spend the day at Stoneybrook Foundation Therapeutic Riding Center cleaning the barn and bathing the horses.
"The mission of the Stoneybrook Foundation is to improve the lives of children and adults with special challenges through a therapeutic partnership with horses."
| 2025 |
Western PA Diaper Bank
This year Sam volunteered at the Western PA Diaper Bank by helping wrap a total of 4,178 packs of diapers for families in need across our region.
"Giving hope to families by addressing basic needs. We envision a community where all families have an equal opportunity to thrive."
| 2024 |
Concordia at Rebecca Residence
The SD Group hosted a Spooky Halloween Bingo for the personal care residents and staff at Concordia at Rebecca Residence, followed by an Ice Cream Social with fall-inspired flavors, toppings, and more from Emmerling Ice Cream.
"Concordia offers a lifetime continuum of care that includes adult day services, home care, hospice, medical and rehabilitation services, memory support, personal care/assisted living, respite care, retirement living, skilled nursing, spiritual care and medical equipment."
| 2024 |
Pittsburgh Dragon Boat Festival
Kathy participated, alongside other Baird associates, in this year's Pittsburgh Dragon Boat Festival in North Park to support Breast Cancer Survivors in the Greater Pittsburgh area.
"Organized by the Pittsburgh Hearts of Steel who provides a place where Breast Cancer Survivors of all ages and physical abilities can gather to discuss and act to improve their overall sense of well-being."
| 2023 |
Canine Services Pals
The SD Group volunteered at Canine Service Pals, painting a therapy dog training facility.
"Canine Service Pals is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2017 by a group of individuals who have a love for dogs and realize the benefits they can provide people with disabilities. They also understand that the shelter is over flowing with loving, intelligent dogs."