ACG Gives: Dealmakers Do Good

Across the global ACG network, dealmakers do more than close transactions—they invest in people, communities, and the future. ACG chapters embed philanthropy into the fabric of their events, programs, and local leadership.

Through fundraisers, volunteer initiatives, scholarship programs, and purpose-driven programming, ACG chapters transform networking into meaningful impact, proving that the middle-market M&A community is not only a driver of economic growth, but also a powerful force for good.

Philanthropy Built Into the ACG Experience

What makes ACG’s philanthropic efforts unique is how deeply they are woven into chapter life. Giving back is integrated into signature networking events, leadership and professional development programs, young professional engagement, and more.

Each chapter selects causes that reflect the needs of its local community, allowing ACG’s global platform to deliver hyper-local impact.

How ACG Chapters Make a Difference

Creating Pathways to Education and Careers

Many ACG chapters focus on opening doors for students and early-career professionals through scholarships, mentorship, and workforce development. Some recent examples include:

• ACG Detroit has supported first-generation college students and young professionals through partnerships that provide access to education, career navigation, and professional resources. Since 2014, the chapter has raised more than $87,000 for 14 nonprofit organizations through member-driven fundraising, matching gifts, and charitable events.
• ACG Richmond’s long-running Scholarship Program has awarded more than $500,000 to students across Central Virginia since 1998, helping valedictorians, entrepreneurs, and high-achieving students pursue business careers and leadership opportunities.

Supporting Women, Families, and Children

ACG chapters also focus on advancing women’s professional and economic mobility:

• Through its Women in Leadership Holiday Luncheon, ACG New York supports organizations that help women enter and thrive in the workforce by providing professional attire, interview coaching, resume assistance, and career readiness programs—empowering women to pursue sustainable careers in business and finance.
• ACG DFW’s annual Craft Beer Bonanza benefits a pediatric cancer foundation that provides travel assistance, financial support, sibling programs, and educational resources for families navigating childhood cancer—turning a networking event into direct support for families facing extraordinary challenges.

Giving Back Through Service

Philanthropy at ACG isn’t just financial—it’s hands-on.

• ACG Denver’s Young Professionals Network organizes annual volunteer initiatives, from building enrichment kits for shelter animals to packing more than 1,500 food bags for students experiencing food insecurity and assembling medical supply kits for underserved hospitals.

These projects allow emerging dealmakers to build relationships while making a tangible difference in their communities.

Join Us in Making an Impact

Whether you’re a chapter leader, sponsor, or member, there are countless ways to get involved, from sponsoring philanthropic events and contributing to scholarships, to volunteering and nominating local nonprofit partners.

Together, ACG chapters prove that when dealmakers come together, they don’t just grow companies—they strengthen communities.