The DRI Foundation is hard at work preparing for its annual auction benefit at DRI2026 on Feb. 24. Be sure to attend for your chance to win five nights of all-inclusive beauty in Puerto Vallarta! Puerto Vallarta is a stunning…
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DRI Foundation Auction Benefit Preview: All-Inclusive Caribbean Vacation For Two!
The DRI Foundation is hard at work preparing for its annual Auction Benefit at DRI2026 on Feb. 24. Be sure to attend and place your bid on an all-inclusive beachfront resort in the Caribbean! A scenic paradise stacked with natural beauty, wherever…
DRI Foundation Helps Children’s Food Security in Southern U.S.
Did you know one in four children in northeast Arkansas don’t know where their next meal is coming from? The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas is working to change that, with help from a donation from the DRI Foundation. Arkansas…
DRI Foundation Auction Benefit Preview: 4 Nights of Travel Through Europe
The DRI Foundation is hard at work preparing for its annual auction benefit at DRI2026 on Feb. 24. Be sure to attend for your chance to win an exciting Euro-Pass vacation, touring your choice of three European cities! HGA Vacations…
Foundation Aid Brings Vital Needs to Youth Affected by Serbian Floods
Over the past year, Serbia has been bombarded with the heaviest rains and floods recorded in 120 years, leaving thousands of children homeless, without food, water, or dry clothes. This led the DRI Foundation to provide funding to an organization…
Celebrate National Dog Month with the DRI Foundation and Tri-State Canine Response Team!
It’s no secret that DRI International and the DRI Foundation are dog lovers! And since August is National Dog Month, this is a great time to highlight our continued support for Tri-State Canine Response Team. The all-volunteer nonprofit was formed…
Fighting Food Insecurity With DRI Foundation Support
Food insecurity is a global crisis, as whole communities struggle with lack of basic resources and the myriad life-threatening health issues that result. SEED Madagascar, a recent DRI Foundation grant recipient, is working to combat this ongoing threat. SEED Madagascar…
DRI Foundation Donates to Network of Food Donations, Rescues, and Transportation
Millions of Americans rely on emergency food assistance programs every day – yet an estimated 38% of food produced in the U.S. is wasted. But one nonprofit organization has developed a novel solution to this problem, and the DRI Foundation…
Emergency Kits, Training for Ukraine Receives DRI Foundation Funding
As the war in Ukraine continues, humanitarian organizations have stepped up to ensure that vital services are provided and protected. Mission Kharkiv is one such organization, and the DRI Foundation has provided support for its efforts. Mission Kharkiv began operating…
DRI Foundation Aids Texas Flood Rescue Efforts
On July 4, extreme flash floods overwhelmed much of central Texas, in what may be one of the worst natural disasters in the state’s history. At least 100 deaths have been recorded so far, and the destruction to the region…
Foundation Aid Rescues Food for Millions of Canadians
“We don't have a food shortage problem in Canada; we have a food loss, recovery, and distribution problem.” This call to action from Second Harvest Canada resulted in a donation from the DRI Foundation, assisting its efforts to rescue surplus…
High-School Senior’s Community Resilience Leads to a Multi-State Nonprofit – and a DRI Foundation Scholarship
You can track DRI Foundation Scholarship winner Aidan Joneleit’s entrepreneurial spirit back to his first business pursuit, PokéPulse, an e-commerce site specializing in buying and selling valuable Pokémon cards. He was 11 years old. “One day I was just looking…
Foundation Scholarship Winner’s Focus on Becoming a Teacher and Winning Ukrainian Dance Competition
After working with Indigenous Services Canada, as a volunteer firefighter in the Manitoba area, and a board member with DRI Canada, it’s not surprising that Brock Holowachuk, CBCP, would pass on a lot of resilience knowledge to his daughter Katelyn,…
Foundation Giving Helps Bring Happy Chickens to Island Communities
Coral reefs are in a crisis due to climate change, overfishing, and pollution. Organizations like Corals for Conservation bring practical solutions to keeping coral reefs alive while supporting the communities that rely on them. One of its projects, which received…
DRI Foundation Helps Connect Children With Families in War-Torn Sierra Leone
The DRI Foundation’s efforts to create a resilient global community have led to financial support for Kidsave International. Since 1993, Kidsave has been working with governments, communities, and individuals to aid children and families in the midst of war-torn regions,…
Foundation Giving to Post-Typhoon Philippines Disaster Relief
Each year, the Philippines are hit with natural disasters, including typhoons that wreak destruction and displace thousands of residents. Asia America Initiative provides long-term relief in the aftermath of such events, and the DRI Foundation is proud to support its…
The Scott Mission Tackles Hunger and Homelessness With Help from the DRI Foundation
Creating and maintaining resilient communities means providing aid to their most vulnerable residents. The DRI Foundation is proud to support such efforts with a donation to the Scott Mission, which works to help the greater Toronto area. Since 1941, the…
Foundation Funding for Food Bank to Improve Community Wellbeing
For many communities in need of support, food banks are a vital resource to provide access to nutrition, education, and advocacy. The DRI Foundation seeks out such organizations for the positive impacts their services bring, including Food For People, the…
All Hands and Hearts Receives DRI Foundation Support for Hurricane Recovery
Hurricane Helene cut a terrible swath through the southeastern United States, and in the aftermath, resourceful organizations have been working non-stop to help the region recover. One such organization is All Hands and Hearts, a recent recipient of DRI Foundation…
MedAcross Receives DRI Foundation Support to Aid Quake-Stricken Myanmar
On Mar. 28, a catastrophic 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, with the epicenter close to its second-largest population center, Mandalay, and effects felt in neighboring Thailand, Vietnam, and China. With critical aid needed for survivors and emergency relief efforts, the…
DRI Foundation Women in BCM Celebrates Its 1,000th Member: A Q&A With Susan Lounsbury, MBCP
The DRI Foundation's Women in Business Continuity Management (WBCM) group has grown by leaps and bounds since its inception, providing community and resources for professional women in the resilience field. WBCM recently celebrated its 1,000th member, Susan Lounsbury, MBCP. We…
Foundation Funding For Women Impacted by Homelessness
The DRI Foundation is proud to help the needs of women, particularly during Women’s History Month. To this end, it has provided funding to The Shoebox Project, a Canadian nonprofit that supports women impacted by homelessness. Founded in 2011, the…
DRI Foundation Supports Californians Rebuilding from Wildfires
Throughout Jan. 2025, California’s Los Angeles and San Diego counties were devastated by a series of destructive wildfires that resulted in at least 29 deaths, as well as the destruction of more than 18,000 homes and buildings, forcing the evacuation…
Veterans Outreach Program Brings Business Continuity Knowledge to European Military Bases
Part of the DRI Foundation Veterans Outreach Program (VOP) efforts to spread business continuity expertise includes spreading the word among military and government leaders. That’s why the VOP crossed the Atlantic to help the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) provide…
DRI Foundation Presents Distinguished Service Award to Keith Pierson, CBCP at DRI2025
The DRI Foundation would like to congratulate Keith Pierson, CBCP, winner of the 2025 Distinguished Service Award, presented to him at the Awards of Excellence Gala at DRI2025 in Las Vegas, NV, Feb. 4. “I have had the honor and…
DRI Foundation Auction Benefit Preview: Big-Ticket Travel and Sporting Events
The DRI Foundation is hard at work preparing for its annual auction benefit at DRI2025 on Feb. 4. Be sure to attend for your chance to win round-trip tickets with JetBlue and a BDO suite for the 2025 football season! …
DRI Foundation Auction Benefit Preview: Experience Picturesque Tuscany!
The DRI Foundation is hard at work preparing for its annual auction benefit at DRI2025 on Feb. 4. Be sure to attend for your chance to win a luxurious trip for two to Tuscany! Magnificently positioned between Arezzo, Perugia, Florence,…
Recent Donations from the Foundation Giving Committee
The DRI Foundation is proud to highlight some of its most recent giving to nonprofit organizations as they work to develop strong communities and help those in need. Caminos de Agua - DRI Foundation Supports Safe Water Treatment and Technology…
Congressional Award Honors Veterans Outreach Program Co-Chair
The DRI Foundation’s Veterans Outreach Program (VOP) Co-Chair was recently selected to receive the State of Texas Congressional Veteran Commendation Award, bestowed on him Nov. 9 by United States Congressman John Carter, Congressional District 31 of Texas. This commendation is…
DRI Foundation Supports Safe Water Treatment and Technology for Rural Mexico
The DRI Foundation directs its charitable donations toward organizations that focus on the immediate needs of at-risk communities and help make a lasting impact on their wellbeing. This is why it has supported Caminos de Agua, a community-focused and data-driven…
MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: DRI On Top of the World
I am 750 miles north of the Arctic Circle, and to the south the Northern Lights dance low on the horizon. I am 150 miles further north than northernmost Alaska, and a three-hour flight from the nearest city (there are…
DRI Foundation Auction Benefit Preview: Costa Rica is Waiting for You
The DRI Foundation is hard at work preparing for its annual auction benefit at DRI2025 on Feb. 4. Be sure to attend for your chance to win a five-night stay at a Costa Rican resort! Enjoy lovely tropical beaches, grand…
DRI Foundation Auction Benefit Preview: Win an All-Inclusive Caribbean Getaway!
The DRI Foundation is already hard at work preparing for its annual auction benefit, to be held at DRI2025 on Feb. 4 in Las Vegas, NV. Be sure to attend for your chance to win a luxury vacation at a Caribbean…
DRI Foundation Celebrates Partnership Between Tri-State Canine Response Team and JetBlue
The DRI Foundation is proud to highlight a match made in heaven between one of our nonprofit grant recipients, the Tri-State Canine Response Team, and our first Nonprofit Champion organization, JetBlue Airways! Those of you who attended DRI2024 in New…
DRI Foundation Supports Hurricane Relief Efforts in Southeast U.S.
In the wake of the destruction brought about by Hurricane Helene, the DRI Foundation has connected with nonprofit organizations in the southeastern United States to support their relief and recovery efforts. One such organization is BeLoved Asheville. For the past…
DRI Foundation Releases 2023-2024 Annual Review
The DRI Foundation is pleased to share its 2023-2024 Annual Review, celebrating a year of giving back and moving forward. DRI 2024 Annual Review
DRI Foundation Auction Benefit Preview: Enjoy the Desert By the Sea in Cabo
The DRI Foundation is already hard at work preparing for its annual auction benefit, to be held at DRI2025 on Feb. 4 in Las Vegas, NV. Be sure to attend for your chance to win a Mexican oasis stay in…
Calling All Veterans: Donate $20 to the DRI Foundation’s Veterans Outreach Program
As members of a small, tight-knit community of veterans who have successfully transitioned from military service to business continuity careers, we understand the unique challenges that come with navigating this unique professional journey. We know firsthand the immense value that…
DRI Foundation Auction Benefit Preview: A Luxury Getaway in Sonoma, NYC, Miami, and More
The DRI Foundation is already hard at work preparing for its annual auction benefit, to be held at DRI2025 on Feb. 4. Be sure to attend for your chance to win a three-night retreat to a luxury Inspirato resort or…
The Future is Looking Up for Scholarship Winner Koen Berglund
When Koen Berglund heads to North Carolina State University this fall, the sky is the limit – literally. The inbound freshman has his sights on a degree in aerospace engineering, a goal that grew from a shared experience between him…
Scholarship Winner Alex Wartecki Connects His Economics Studies to Emergency Planning
Alex Wartecki, an undergraduate studying at Queen’s University in Ontario, knows a lot about…well, a lot. He has been president of the Debate Club, co-director of the Band and Strings Club, and a lifelong athlete in everything from taekwondo to…
Financial Assistance Provided to Help Victims of Flooding in Brazil
In May 2024, extreme flooding hit southern Brazil, forcing the evacuation of whole cities as roads and bridges were destroyed. In the aftermath, at least 150 died with hundreds more unaccounted for. With input from the Women in BCM Committee’s…
Looking Back on Our Volunteer Day at DRI2024 – And What Comes Next
As we look back on DRI2024's Volunteer Day, we want to thank everyone who ventured out into the marsh of south Louisiana to help rebuild the disappearing coastline. Through the Foundation's partnership with Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL), our…
Bid on Big Ticket Auction Items in the Online Spring Auction Now Through May 31!
UPDATE: The auction is now closed. The DRI Foundation’s spring online auction benefit raises funds for disaster recovery, education and community resilience projects. Thanks to the generous contributions of our donors, the Foundation has supported resilience efforts in various communities…
Get Ready to Bid on Big Ticket Auction Items at DRI2024!
[Note: Auction closed Mar. 5] The DRI Foundation auction benefit during the Awards of Excellence Gala at the annual DRI conference, raises funds for disaster recovery, education and community resilience projects. Thanks to the generous contributions of our donors, the…
Bonnie’s Volunteer View: Make an Impact on the NOLA Coastline
If you’re thinking about coming to the DRI Conference in my hometown, NOLA, why don’t you consider coming a day earlier and participate in our AWESOME DRI Foundation Volunteer Day events with the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL)! We…
DRI Scholarship Winner Dan Thompson on BCM: ‘A Critical Way to Strengthen Resilience for Communities’
Congratulations to Dan Thompson, one of two recipients of a DRI Scholarship Award, announced at the recent Collegiate Conference held at University College London. He is a consultant at the World Bank as well as a Ph.D. student at UCL.…
DRI Scholarship Winner Peniel Ibe on Connecting BCM to Change Adaptation
Congratulations to Peniel Ibe, one of the recipients of a DRI Scholarship, announced at our recent Collegiate Conference at University College London. Ibe is currently pursuing a Master of Science degree at UCL. We spoke with her to get her…
Foundation Aids Organization Promoting Preparedness for California Wildfires
One of the DRI Foundation’s primary giving goals is to support communities that are prepared and resilient in the face of disasters. The West Slope Foundation of El Dorado County, CA, also recognizes this goal, and has received financial support…
Veterans Outreach Program Grows Mentorship Efforts With Monthly Guest Speakers
The DRI Foundation Veterans Outreach Program is proud to honor this November’s Veterans Day with its work. In the past year, 94 scholarships have been awarded, bringing the total to more than 1,000 since the committee's inception. Click here to…
Volunteer Day at DRI2024 – Fighting Back Against Louisiana’s Land Loss
The DRI Foundation is excited to announce the Volunteer Day activities in conjunction with DRI2024, coming to New Orleans Mar. 3-6, 2024. This is your DRI Foundation at work — creating meaningful connections in our communities and engaging members of…
WBCM Announces New Executive Committee Members
The DRI Foundation’s Women in BCM Committee (WBCM) is proud to welcome two new additions, each with extensive resilience experience, to its Executive Committee leadership: Melody Wen, ABCP, and Aubrey Wade, CBCP. They will be leading WBCM’s Programs and Engagement…
Read the DRI Foundation’s 2022-2023 Annual Review
The DRI Foundation has released its latest annual review, detailing its giving and volunteerism efforts in 2022 and 2023. “The DRI Foundation’s mission is to provide financial, educational and volunteer aid to those who have been impacted by disasters,” said…
Foundation Support Sends Animal Responders Where Needed
The DRI Foundation is pleased to support the NJ-based Tri-State Canine Response Team, which provides a wide range of animal services and training to areas in need. Founded in 2015, this all-volunteer nonprofit was formed to help first responders in…
Giving Focuses on Restaurant Workers After Maui Fires
To assist its post-wildfire disaster relief efforts, the DRI Foundation’s Donations After Disasters program has provided a grant to the Legacy of Aloha Foundation. Legacy of Aloha is a joint effort of TS Restaurants and Maui Brewing Co., set up…
Foundation Support to Maui Residents Displaced by Fires
With as many as 4,500 Maui residents displaced as the island recovers from the destructive August wildfires, the DRI Foundation is assisting organizations that provide much-needed shelter, including Ka Hale A Ke Ola. For more than 30 years, Ka Hale…
Crucial Assistance for Families Impacted by Maui Wildfires
The devastating Maui wildfires have left residents of the island in dire need of assistance in all forms. To help those affected, the DRI Foundation has provided a grant to Maui Hui Mālama as part of the Donations After Disasters…
Support for Maui Humane Society’s Animal Rescue Efforts
In the wake of the unprecedented wildfires that have devastated Maui, the DRI Foundation has provided a donation to several nonprofit organizations, including the Maui Humane Society. The Maui Humane Society's mission is to protect and save the lives of…
Undergrad Scholarship Winner Embraces Space, STEM, and Climate Risk Education
While DRI Foundation Scholarship winner Ayana De Silva has focused much of her attention on environmental issues, she’s also keeping her eyes on the stars. A Junior at Western Ontario University in London, Ontario, De Silva is active with collegiate…
Early Experiences and Chilly Environments Shape HS Scholarship Winner’s Sense of Preparedness
Abby Jeffers’ connection to resilience began at a very young age – in fact, right from the start. “When I was an infant, my family lost power and was unable to keep my milk cold,” she wrote in her DRI…
Bonnie’s Volunteer View: Volunteer Day in Austin, TX
Volunteer Day at the DRI2023 conference was a HUGE success. It’s always great to see our DRI Certified Professionals come together and leave a lasting mark on the communities we serve. This year was no exception. We were able to…
DRI Certified Professional Reports on Resilience Efforts from Grant Recipients in Puerto Rico
The DRI Foundation is proud to support organizations working to strengthen resilience after disasters – especially when such an opportunity has been recognized by a Certified Professional. That is the case for our recent donation to ViequesLove, which promotes preparedness…
DRI Foundation Supports Ukrainian Refugee Children in Need
As the war in Ukraine continues, its physical and emotional tolls are impacting its most vulnerable populations. To alleviate suffering, the DRI Foundation is proud to provide support to organizations like World Cares Center. “The war in Ukraine has upended…
Women in BCM Committee Presents First Mentor of the Year Award to Marsha Buehler
The DRI Foundation’s Women in Business Continuity Management (WBCM) Committee is proud to present its first Mentor of the Year Award to WBCM Executive Committee member Marsha Buehler, MBCP and VP of Business Resiliency Management and Oversight Management for JP…
DRI Foundation Women in Business Continuity Management Announces New Executive Committee Vice Chair
The DRI Foundation is pleased to announce a new role for one member of the Women in Business Continuity Management (WBCM) Executive Committee. Robyn Kimbro, MBCP and Sr. Manager of Enterprise Business Continuity for Walmart, will be stepping into the…
Search and Rescue Group Gets DRI Foundation Funding, Gives an Exciting Demonstration
The DRI Foundation is a proud supporter of organizations around the world that help create resilient and safe communities. For this reason, it has provided grant funding for Alpha Team K9 Search and Rescue, a training organization based in Atlanta,…
DRI Profiles in Resilience – Veterans Day Edition
DRI’s Profiles in Resilience highlights the professionals in our industry to learn about their experiences, challenges and lessons learned. For Veterans Day, host Andrea Abrams, CBCP and Senior Business Analyst for Cash Business Continuity and Communications at the Federal Reserve…
Volunteer Day Activity: It’s Fiesta Time With Seniors!
Who doesn’t like a fiesta? Come and spend the day with some seniors and help make our Fiesta Extravaganza en Febrero a day to remember. There will be food, activities with prizes and maybe a change to show off your…
DRI2023 Volunteer Day Info: Cultivating “SEEDS” (Sisters Encourage Empower Developing Success) Forum
Join us for this exciting volunteer opportunity! This event will be about all of our shared experiences as women and the challenges we face in this post-covid environment. Come open hearted and open minded to experience the best that any…
WBCM Scholarship Spotlight: Lisa Maurer, ABCP
Lisa Maurer is Senior Vice President with Siegel & Stockman, a recipient of the DRI Foundation’s Women in BCM Scholarship, and as a result, a certified ABCP with DRI International. “I am looking to my second career, currently enrolled at…
Watch the Videos From Our 2022 Scholarship Winners!
We're so proud of this year's DRI Foundation Scholarship recipients, Gentry Gardner and Victor Plesco! Watch these special videos each made with their fathers talking about their big wins.
Your Student Could Earn $2,000 With a Winning Plan to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse!
Scholarship season isn’t over yet! Unigo has set up a $2,000 Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship that can be used by students from any discipline to fund their education – a great resource for students of DRI Certified Professionals. In this simple…
Worlds Collide: Volunteerism, Music, and Physics Come Together for Undergrad DRI Foundation Scholarship Winner
DRI Foundation Scholarship winner Gentry Gardner’s impressive list of accomplishments includes an extensive amount of volunteer work, the result of a decision he made at a very young age. “I got involved in scouting back in about first grade, and…
From the Desert to the Stars: High School Senior Scholarship Winner’s Next Step is Aerospace Engineering
When Todd Plesco, CBCP, received the call that his son, Victor, had won the DRI Foundation Scholarship for high school seniors, he was “shocked – pleasantly so!” It’s no secret Victor is a high achieving student. “As an athlete and…
DRI Foundation Women in Business Continuity Management Announces New Executive Committee Chair, Vice Chair
The DRI Foundation is pleased to announce new roles for members of the Women in Business Continuity Management (WBCM) group’s Executive Committee. Mitzi Harlor, CBCP, will step into the role of Committee Chair, while Leah Sawyer, MBCP, will fill the…
Bidding is Open on the DRI Foundation Spring Auction Benefit!
Get ready to bid in the DRI Foundation spring online auction. Win family-friendly items while supporting our mission. Your giving back helps others to keep moving forward. Items up for auction include: Restaurant gift cards Trips to botanical gardens, theaters…
Veterans Outreach Program Welcomes Foundation Vice Chair Jerry Vevon!
The DRI Foundation is proud to announce that Foundation Vice Chairperson Jerry Vevon will assume an additional role overseeing efforts for the DRIF Veterans Outreach Program (VOP). Over the past five years, the VOP has grown, with over 460 applicants…
DRI Foundation Honors WBCM’s Harlor, Sawyer
Two members of the DRI Foundation Women in Business Continuity Management (WBCM) Committee – Mitzi Harlor and Leah Sawyer – have been honored by the foundation with the Distinguished Service Award. The award was presented at the 2022 DRI Awards…
Don’t Miss This Exciting Interview with Amazon’s Head of Global Business Resiliency
You simply must carve out 20 minutes of your time for this engaging interview between two WBCM community members – Michele L. Turner and Andrea Abrams! With Turner’s new book – Lessons Learned: Short Stories of Continuity and Resilience – as…
BDO Supports WBCM Committee with Sponsorship
The WBCM Committee is pleased to welcome its new sponsor, BDO! “We’re very grateful to BDO for sponsoring the DRI Foundation’s Women in Business Continuity Management Committee,” says WBCM chair Diane Doering. “With their support, we can continue and expand…
WBCM Chair Diane Doering Named to DRI International Board
Congratulations to WBCM Chair Diane Doering who has been named to the DRI International Board of Directors! In addition to leading the DRI Foundation’s Women in Business Continuity Management Committee, Doering is VP, Enterprise Risk Management & Governance, Risk &…
Congrats! WBCM Scholarship Recipient Now Employed by Capitol One
When it comes to progress and advancement, Maira Zahur understands the importance of a supportive community. Zahur is a recipient of the DRI Foundation’s 2021 Women in Business Continuity Management Scholarship, which grants individuals the resources to earn professional certifications…
WBCM Welcomes New Board Members, Kimbro and Hyman
A growing and vibrant community, the DRI Foundation’s Women in Business Continuity Management Committee today announces the addition of two new members: Robyn Kimbro and Santita Hyman. Kimbro, MBCP, CCRP, is Sr. Manager, Enterprise Business Continuity, Walmart, Inc. where she…
Updates on the Sierra Leone Wildfire Response from the Be Rose International Foundation
Last year, the Be Rose International Foundation received a grant from the DRI Foundation to support its work helping communities in need in the wake of a wildfire that devastated Sierra Leone. Recently, it sent an update on its progress. …
The DRI Foundation Welcomes Frank Perlmutter, CBCP, to the Board of Directors
The DRI Foundation is proud to welcome its newest board member, Frank Perlmutter, CBCP, as Chair of the DRI Foundation Development Committee! Perlmutter has played an active role in the business continuity community for over 20 years. “I am truly…
Women’s Charity Sends Heartfelt Update on its Progress
The DRI Foundation recently made a donation to the People’s Mercy Foundation, a Uganda-based NGO committed to helping its community. Recently the head of the organization reached out with an important update. “So glad to inform you that 50 vulnerable…
UK Mental Health Network Receives Foundation Assistance for Veterans Work
The DRI Foundation, with asssistance from DRI United Kingdom, has made a donation to Mind, the UK’s national center for mental health, to support its valuable work with veterans. Operating for more than 70 years, Mind provides mental health information…
Wounded Veterans Receive Joint Support From the DRI Foundation and DRI UK
As part of its ongoing work supporting veterans as they transition from military service to civilian life, the DRI Foundation, along with DRI United Kingdom, have provided a donation for Help For Heroes, a UK-based veterans charity. Help For Heroes…
Emergency Relief and Supplies Funded for Hurricane Zone
Between 2010 and 2020, Antigua and Barbuda suffered through no less than four hurricanes, with no end in sight. The DRI Foundation recognizes the need for proactive responses and making emergency relief supplies available before the next storm strikes, so…
Bringing Medical Resources to Children Affected By Disasters
In its continuing efforts to aid communities affected by disasters, the DRI Foundation has provided support to the Global Medical Relief Fund, which aids children who are missing or have lost the use of limbs or eyes, have been severely…
Support For Haitian Families Following Earthquake and Storm Impacts
On Aug. 14, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti, causing widespread damage, immediately followed by Tropical Depression Grace two days later, creating additional difficulties for rescue and response teams. As a response, the DRI Foundation has provided financial support to…
Veteran Gayle Anders on Business Continuity Training: ‘It’s a Phenomenal Opportunity’
Gayle Anders understands that for many, the transition from the military back to the civilian sector is rarely easy. Anders, a DRI Foundation Veteran's Outreach Program Scholarship recipient, believes that the CBCP course and certification are incredibly useful tools in…
New CBCP Makes VOP History for Earning Certification in a Combat Zone
As the DRI Foundation’s Veterans Outreach Program continues to connect with and provide scholarships to U.S. military service members, many notable firsts have occurred. “In one of our courses, we had a global class with students separated by 14 time…
Veteran Scholarship Recipient on ‘Bridging the Crosswalk Into Corporate Life’
For Jonathan Bernhardt, constant improvement and progress are key. “I’m always continuing down that track of just being better at what I do,” he says. As a recipient of the DRI Foundation Veteran’s Outreach Program Scholarship in 2020, Bernhardt is…
‘Take Advantage of Every Single Opportunity’ – USAF’s Keith Pierson on Veteran Scholarship
At the start of his career, Keith Pierson was taught that “Flexibility is the key to Airpower.” For years, the Air Force adage has rung true even beyond the bounds of the military. Pierson, a DRI Foundation Veteran’s Outreach Program…
Veterans Scholarship Recipient: It’s ‘A Head Start’ For Transitioning Service Members
After serving in the armed forces for any number of years, veterans are bound to encounter unpredictability during the readjustment to civilian life. James B. Linder, a DRI Foundation Veteran’s Outreach Program Scholarship recipient, believes that the proper way to…
WBCM Scholarship Spotlight: Helen Miller, CBCP
Helen Miller is a physician leader and consultant, a recipient of the DRI Foundation’s Women in BCM Scholarship, and as a result, a certified CBCP with DRI International. What’s your professional background? How did you get here? I am a…
WBCM Scholarship Spotlight: Karen Timmons Brown
Karen Timmons Brown is an inspector for Information Providers, Inc., a recipient of the DRI Foundation’s Women in BCM Scholarship, and as a result, is working towards a certification with DRI International. What’s your professional background? How did you get…
DRI Veteran’s Scholarship Recipient Now a White House Emergency Manager
Brad Milliken is no stranger to emergency management. From the United States Coast Guard to the White House, Milliken has spent his military and professional career managing and coordinating responses to disasters of all kinds. He’s also a recipient of…
Foundation Giving for Family Needs, From Food to Diapers, in the Greater Los Angeles Area
The DRI Foundation is proud provide a $1,000 donation to the Open Arms Food Pantry and Resource Center in its mission to assist families in need throughout the Los Angeles County area. Open Arms serves some 20,000 Southern California residents…
Women in BCM Interview: Encouraging the ‘Lightbulb Moment’ with Santita Lin Hyman
This is Leah Sawyer, from the board of the DRI Foundation’s Women in Business Continuity Management (WBCM), a non-profit industry group dedicated to women supporting women in the field of business continuity with learning and networking. Welcome to an exciting…
From Pizza Joint Fire to BC Powerhouse: A WBCM Interview with Camila Pezzutti Domingues Ishikawa
Welcome to an exciting interview with a business continuity powerhouse, Camila Pezzutti Domingues Ishikawa, who is a Vice President at the Brazil-based Banco Rendimento and founded the WBCM chapter for Latin American and the Caribbean. Camila took the time…
WBCM Scholarship Spotlight: Jriya Van
Jriya Van is a recipient of the DRI Foundation’s 2021 Women in BCM Scholarship, and as a result, is on track to becoming a certified professional with DRI International. What’s your professional background? How did you get here? For the…
Be Rose International Foundation Helps Post-Wildfire Recovery
The DRI Foundation is proud to support the Be Rose International Foundation and its work helping communities in need in the wake of a wildfire that devastated Sierra Leone. The Be Rose International Foundation is continuously helping people in need…
WBCM Scholarship Spotlight: Angel Roebuck, ABCP
Angel Roebuck is Emergency Management Liaison Officer for the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Emergency Management, a recipient of the DRI Foundation’s 2021 Women in BCM Scholarship, and as a result, a certified ABCP with DRI International. What’s your professional…
Pandemic Relief Funding for Health and Human Services Organization
As part of its ongoing Pandemic Relief Fund efforts, the DRI Foundation has provided a grant to South Carolina’s East Cooper Community Outreach for its assistance programs, which have become all the more important during COVID-19. Founded as an emergency…
Hastings Food Pantry Receives Support For Pandemic Family Assistance Efforts
During the pandemic, food banks have played an essential role in supporting their communities with desperately needed resources. As part of the DRI Foundation’s Pandemic Relief Fund, a regular contribution has been set up for the Hastings Food Pantry. Based…
WBCM Scholarship Profile: Marina Foerster, ABCP
Marina Foerster has been a manager in medical device sales and is a recent recipient of the DRI Foundation’s Women in BCM Scholarship. As a result, has earned her ABCP certification with DRI International. What is your professional background? How…
Post-Storm Aid for Houston Community Development Center
Houston-based Launch Point Community Development Center is among the most recent recipients of support from the DRI Foundation, which provided a donation as part of its Donations After Disasters Program. Launch Point CDC is a community development, resource and information…
Houston Food Bank Receives Foundation Support in Wake of Texas Ice Storm
Following the surprise ice storms that hit Texas in winter of 2021, the Houston Food Bank has received funding from the DRI Foundation as part of its Donations After Disasters giving priority. Founded in 1982, Houston Food Bank is America’s…
WBCM Scholarship Profile: Kelly Maher, CBCP
Kelly Maher is a professional mentor/coach with The Honor Foundation, a recipient of the DRI Foundation’s 2021 Women in BCM Scholarship, and as a result, a certified CBCP with DRI International. What’s your professional background? How did you get here?…
WBCM Spotlight: Maira Zahur, CBCP
Maira Zahur is an International Development professional with experience in Emergency Management (EM), Crisis Management (CM) and Business Continuity (BC). She is a recent recipient of the DRI Foundation's Women in BCM Scholarship, and as a result, has earned her CBCP…
WBCM Spotlight: Eliz White-Peters
Eliz White-Peters is a C-suite executive assistant, recipient of the DRI Foundation’s Women in BCM Scholarship, and as a result, is working towards certification with DRI International. What is your professional background? How did you get there? As proprietor of…
Bid in the 2021 Foundation Online Auction Benefit!
Get ready to bid in the DRI Foundation's annual online auction benefit, and help support its mission while winning some outstanding items, including: Five-night inclusive package to vacation in Cabo for two adults Retreat to Cape Cod Golf package for…
WBCM Presents: 5 Steps to Set Unstoppable Goals
By Samantha Calonita Certified Life & Career Coach Back by popular demand! Samantha Calonita spoke as part of the Women in BCM track at DRI2020. Her session was such a big hit, that the WBCM Committee asked her to provide…
WBCM Spotlight: Carrie Cox, ABCP
Carrie Cox is Senior Manager, HR Relations for U.S. Retail at Staples Inc., a recipient of the DRI Foundation’s Women in BCM Scholarship, and as a result, has received her ABCP certification with DRI International. What is your professional background? How…
Set Up Your Monthly Giving Plan!
The DRI Foundation's giving page now supports monthly donations! Your regular support can help people in communities impacted by disasters. It provides grants to help people improve their lives, helping offer valuable training to veterans, and women changing to business…
From Our Donation Recipients: Be Rose International Foundation Fights Food Scarcity
Founded nine years ago, Be Rose International Foundation’s mission is to help women and children who needed humanitarian assistance and medical aid, and help them escape from poverty. The DRI Foundation is proud to support this organization and update our…
WBCM Spotlight: Lisa Blake
Lisa Blake is Deputy Director, Planning in the New York City Emergency Management Department, a recipient of the DRI Foundation’s 2020 Women in BCM Scholarship, and as a result, is on track to becoming a certified CBCP with DRI International. …