At the Family Bonds Foundation, we believe in the tremendous power of our travel industry community! We know that life can throw unexpected challenges our way, and sometimes our colleagues, their family members, and communities need a helping hand.
Every day, the dedicated individuals of the travel industry work tirelessly to create unforgettable experiences for others. But what happens when those in our family face personal setbacks that affect them financially? That’s where you come in.
Your generous donation can help our colleagues, their families, and communities, such as:
With countless members of our travel industry family, we’ve all seen firsthand how an unexpected health diagnosis, destruction from hurricanes and fires, and other unforeseen events can impact our lives. By contributing to Family Bonds Foundation, you’re not just giving money—you’re providing hope, support, and a powerful sense of community to those in our travel industry family who need our help.
Your donation will help a colleague or someone in their community suffering from a personal setback that has affected them financially.
Your donation will help a colleague or someone in their community suffering from a personal setback that has affected them financially.
Your donation will help a colleague or someone in their community suffering from a personal setback that has affected them financially.
Since our inception, we’ve made a significant difference in the lives of many:
Our grants assist with various needs, including:
What sets us apart is our commitment to treating everyone in the industry as family. We understand that life can throw unexpected challenges, and we’re here to provide a safety net when it’s needed most.
We invite everyone in the travel industry to be part of our mission:
Family Bonds Foundation was born from a simple yet powerful idea: to support and uplift our travel industry family during times of need. Founded in 2015 by John Lovell, President of Travel Leaders Group (now part of Internova Travel Group), the Foundation embodies the spirit of compassion and community that defines our industry.
At Family Bonds Foundation, we believe that no member of our travel industry family should face hardship alone.
Our mission is to provide financial assistance to travel advisors, suppliers, and their communities who are experiencing unexpected challenges.
Help the Family Bonds Foundation identify the individuals who need support the most. Nominations must be made by a travel advisor, staff member or supplier partner.
There are a lot of people within the travel industry family—more than 20,000 individual agents, plus many in their local communities—and some struggle with unforeseen circumstances that affect them financially.
They are single parents working hard to raise a child; they are spending more than they can afford to assist their elderly parents; they are suffering from a personal setback that has affected them financially.
If you prefer to mail a check, please make it out to Family Bonds Foundation and mail to our headquarters:
PO Box 47248
Plymouth, MN 55447
If you prefer to mail a check, please make it out to Family Bonds Foundation and mail to our headquarters:
“The Family Table” is a special digital cookbook featuring signature recipes and drinks shared by renowned partners from across the travel industry — including top hotels, resorts, cruise lines, and more. It’s a unique opportunity to bring world-class flavors into your home.
Available with every donation of $25 or more.
Below is a list of the Family Bonds Foundation’s corporate sponsors:
At Family Bonds Foundation, our Board of Directors comprises passionate and dedicated leaders from across the travel industry. These individuals bring a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to supporting their colleagues during challenging times. Each member plays a crucial role in guiding our mission to provide financial assistance to those in need within our community.
Together, they review nominations for grants and ensure that the Foundation’s resources are directed where they can make the most significant impact. Their collective expertise and compassion drive our efforts to uplift families facing hardships, reinforcing the idea that in the travel industry, we are not just colleagues but a family that stands together in times of need.