THE HESSEL FAMILY FOUNDATION

Turning Empathy
Into
Action.

Founded by Robert Hessel, CEO of Source 1 Solutions, and his wife Tajila, the Foundation connects the autism community, veterans, cancer fighters, and their families with vital resources and opportunities to thrive.

Crowd cutting a red ribbon outside a Hessel Family Foundation Welcome Home house

1 in 36

US Children Diagnosed With Autism

3

Causes, One Commitment

2025

Hessel House Launched

900

Square Foot First Home
Our Story

A Mission Born From Personal Experience.

The Foundation was born from the Hessel family’s own journey. Robert’s background as a veteran shaped his perspective on service and dedication, and after he lost his father to cancer, supporting families through the hardest of times became personal too.

Robert and Tajila Hessel, co-founders of the Hessel Family Foundation, at an event
Our Causes

Three Causes, One Commitment.

The Foundation connects the autism community, veterans, cancer fighters, and their families with vital resources and opportunities, empowering them to thrive in a more inclusive society.

Children With Autism

Helping children with autism and their families thrive through sensory friendly spaces, therapy and education services, and family support and advocacy.

Veterans

Standing with veterans and young adults with special support needs, offering eco-friendly housing through Hessel House.

Families Fighting Cancer

Supporting cancer fighters and their families with access to the vital support, research, and treatments they need to navigate their journey.