Volunteers come together for a beach cleanup

Social Commitment

Creating stronger global communities through a culture of socially responsible actions

We strongly believe that the contributions of our firm and our employees should extend far beyond the services we provide to our clients. We strive to be leaders in our communities through our actions, promoting opportunity and inclusion within our firm, and a wide range of charitable and other community-building activities.

To view our most recent Sustainability Report, please click here.

Opportunity and Inclusion

Houlihan Lokey is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture and providing opportunities regardless of background. This commitment strengthens our firm to better serve our clients.

Our Houlihan Lokey Communities bring our employees together to celebrate and support each other by providing engaging opportunities to enrich the experience of all employees.

The Communities include:

  • Asians and Pacific Islanders
  • Black Professionals
  • LGBTQ+
  • Parents and Caregivers
  • Women Professionals
  • Veterans

Additional programs for employees include:

  • Mentorship Exchange
  • Roundtable Events for Junior Professionals and Senior Leadership
  • Cultural and Historical Month Observances and Celebrations

We are always focused on growing our workforce through our recruitment efforts, internships, community outreach, and other special events. We also recognize that it is our responsibility not only to take action ourselves to create a more inclusive organization but also to inspire others to do the same.

Charitable Giving

Houlihan Lokey’s Charitable Giving Program was established to enhance the culture of charitable giving at all levels of the organization. We are dedicated to promoting the economic, social, and environmental well-being of the global communities in which we live and work. We support a broad range of charitable activities, and we dedicate our expertise and time to the advancement of the next generation of citizens through educational programs and personal and team volunteering. We encourage our employees to develop close community ties that make a positive impact. We also make financial contributions on behalf of our clients, assisting many local, national, and global charities.

Give a Day to Charity

Houlihan Lokey strives for community collaboration and partnership through its Give a Day to Charity program. We invite every employee to volunteer up to two working days each year with local charities that are important to them, and we further support their efforts through a financial contribution from the firm on their behalf. Employees are encouraged to combine their personal efforts by organizing team volunteering events for charities of their choice.

Charitable Contributions

Houlihan Lokey promotes its aim of social responsibility through multifaceted involvement, making charitable contributions in support of the efforts of its clients and providing funds that match the charitable contributions of its employees. As an embodiment of this commitment, we sponsor various causes and events. Some of the many organizations to which we contribute include:

  • Behind the Book
  • Brooklyn Arts Exchange
  • Covenant House
  • Direct Relief
  • Horizons for Youth
  • Human Rights Watch
  • Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
  • Make-A-Wish Foundation
  • National Center for Children and Families
  • NHS Charities Together
  • Ronald McDonald House Charities
  • Save the Children
  • Second Harvest Food Bank
  • UNICEF
  • World Central Kitchen
  • Youth INC

Environment

We are committed to promoting sustainable and safe communities for our employees, clients, and neighbors to help meet global and local environmental needs. To that end, we are dedicated to being environmentally responsible within each of our offices and within the communities in which we do business.

We approach conserving natural resources and finding alternative uses for recyclable materials with the same vigor we approach finding innovative solutions to help our clients grow their businesses. As such, our recycling program is implemented company-wide.

Houlihan Lokey promotes the responsible use of energy throughout its business by encouraging carpooling and the use of bike share programs, and it is proactive about protecting and preserving the natural environment through its support of various organizations.