Hops for Humanity
Ozona Brewing Company Hops for Humanity Fund
Brew good. Do good. Strengthen Ozona.
Hops for Humanity is a community giving initiative created by Derek and Courtney Klein in partnership with Ozona Brewing Company to support local causes and strengthen the community they call home.
Through collaborative events, educational programs, and charitable giving, the fund invests in partnerships and efforts that enrich local culture, protect the environment, and strengthen the economic vitality of the region.
The fund is held at Pinellas Community Foundation, helping ensure contributions are stewarded with care and directed toward meaningful local impact.
Focus Areas
- Local arts and culture: Supporting artists, makers, and creative community experiences
- Environmental sustainability: Protecting local waterways and promoting practical sustainability efforts
- Small business and local vitality: Strengthening the local ecosystem that helps Ozona thrive
- Community wellbeing: Supporting charitable outreach and basic needs through trusted partners
How Giving Works
Hops for Humanity plans to recommend approximately $75,000 in charitable giving over the next year, including sponsorships, special events, education and grants, with the remaining balance invested for long-term growth and future community initiatives.
Grantmaking note:
Recommendations will prioritize registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits and community efforts aligned with the fund’s focus areas, with a preference for local and regional impact.
Request an In-Kind Donation
Hosting a nonprofit event and looking for an in-kind donation from Hops for Humanity? Please submit a request using the form below. Requests are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Request Guidelines
- Requests must be from a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN required)
- Please submit requests at least 14 days before the requested pickup or event date
- Submission does not guarantee approval, the team will follow up if selected
- Requests must align with the fund’s values and focus areas
- Beer-related requests must comply with applicable state and local licensing requirements
Questions?
Please contact Pinellas Community Foundation at Giving@PinellasCF.org
Thank You
For donations online:
Contributions may be made online on this page.
For donations by check:
Make your check payable to: Pinellas Community Foundation
Memo line: Ozona Brewing Company Hops for Humanity Fund
Mail to:
17755 US Highway 19 N, Suite 150
Clearwater, FL 33764
For donations by wire or transfers of securities:
Please call Meg Lokey, Director of Philanthropy at 727-306-3142 or
Duggan Cooley, CEO at 727-306-3124
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