MITER Foundation Deepens Impact with Renewed Health Partnerships

HARRISBURG, PA – February 05, 2026 – The MITER Foundation, the charitable arm of residential window and door manufacturer MITER Brands, has announced a significant deepening of its philanthropic commitments, renewing multi-year, multi-million dollar partnerships with Phoenix Children's Hospital (PCH) and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). The move, set to begin in 2026, solidifies the foundation's long-term strategy of investing in children's well-being and proactive mental health support, reflecting a core aspect of the company's people-first culture.

Healing Spirits and Fostering Joy at Camp Rainbow

The cornerstone of the renewed efforts is a three-year, $750,000 commitment to Phoenix Children's Hospital, with $250,000 donated annually. This substantial funding is earmarked to support Camp Rainbow, a unique and vital program for PCH patients who have or have had cancer or a chronic blood disorder. This agreement marks the continuation of an eight-year relationship between the foundation and the hospital, demonstrating a sustained dedication to pediatric health.

For one week each summer, Camp Rainbow transforms the lives of over 200 campers, allowing them to trade hospital rooms and treatment regimens for the great outdoors. The camp provides a medically supervised, emotionally supportive environment where children can experience the simple joys of childhood, many for the first time since their diagnosis. Activities include zip-lining, rock wall climbing, canoeing, fishing, swimming, and archery, all adapted to be safe and accessible. Thanks to the generosity of donors like the MITER Foundation, this transformative experience is provided at no cost to the patients and their families.

Research and testimonials from past participants reveal the camp's profound impact goes far beyond recreation. It is a place for profound emotional healing, where children connect with peers who uniquely understand their journey, fostering a sense of belonging that can be difficult to find elsewhere. One parent powerfully shared that while doctors healed her daughter's cancer, "Camp Rainbow healed her spirit." The camp is staffed 24/7 by PCH doctors, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and mental health professionals, ensuring world-class medical support is seamlessly integrated into a fun, traditional camp setting. The partnership also involves direct engagement from the corporate sponsor, as MITER Brands team members volunteer their time to participate in camp activities alongside the children, creating a personal connection that transcends a simple financial transaction.

A Lifeline in the Workplace: Tackling Mental Health Head-On

In a parallel commitment to community well-being, the MITER Foundation renewed its partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The new four-year, $300,000 agreement, with $75,000 donated annually, moves beyond traditional corporate giving and takes the mission for mental health awareness directly into the workplace. This partnership focuses on the well-being of MITER Brands' own team members, a strategic investment in the company's most valuable asset.

The collaboration centers on the nationwide implementation of AFSP's 'Talk Saves Lives' (TSL) program, an educational initiative designed to foster a proactive culture around mental health. The program provides participants with a clear understanding of suicide, which remains a leading cause of death, and shares the most up-to-date research on prevention. It equips individuals with the knowledge to recognize common risk factors and warning signs in themselves and others, and provides guidance on how to take action to save lives.

In 2025, a pilot of the TSL program at the company's Hegins, Pennsylvania, plant yielded highly positive results. According to AFSP data, 97% of 'Talk Saves Lives' participants report gaining knowledge from the program. Feedback from the pilot location indicated that team members became significantly more comfortable discussing mental health challenges and were better prepared to recognize warning signs, leading to earlier and more effective interventions. Following this success, the foundation plans an ambitious rollout of the training to the remaining MITER Brands locations. The goal is to reach all 9,000 team members across the country over the next four years. This initiative is particularly significant in the manufacturing sector, an environment where conversations about mental health have historically been less common. By equipping its entire workforce with this knowledge and promoting critical resources like the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, the company is building a more resilient and supportive internal community.

Philanthropy as a Pillar of Corporate Identity

These renewed partnerships are not isolated acts of charity but are deeply woven into the fabric of the MITER Brands corporate identity. The company's stated "family-first" approach and its core values—encapsulated in the MITER acronym of Manufacturing, Innovation, Trust, Experiences, and Relationships—are clearly reflected in these long-term commitments.

"The MITER Foundation was founded on a belief that we all share a responsibility to support our community," said Anthony Kassab, Executive Committee Chair of the MITER Foundation. "By renewing these partnerships, we’re not only furthering our philanthropic impact in areas where compassion and action matter most, but we’re also supporting children and families facing cancer, and advancing critical efforts to prevent suicide."

The focus on creating positive Experiences for children at Camp Rainbow and fostering trusting Relationships with employees through comprehensive mental health support demonstrates a powerful alignment between the company's business philosophy and its community engagement. While many corporations in the building materials and manufacturing sectors engage in philanthropy, MITER's model stands out for its depth and integration. The multi-year nature of the commitments allows for sustainable impact and the development of robust, lasting programs, moving beyond the limitations of one-off donations. Furthermore, by directly involving its employees as volunteers and as participants in mental health training, the company transforms philanthropy from an external activity into a core component of its internal culture.

This sustained, integrated approach exemplifies a modern vision of corporate social responsibility, where investing in community and employee well-being is seen as fundamental to the organization's health and mission. As Kassab stated, "As an organization, we remain committed to showing up for communities we serve in meaningful, lasting ways, and these partnerships are prime examples of that.”