Helping Hands Executive Director Greg Hazle to Retire After Eight Years of Transformational Leadership

Boca Helping Hands (BHH) announces the upcoming retirement of its Executive Director, Greg Hazle, who will step down from his role after eight years of dedicated leadership.

Greg joined Boca Helping Hands in 2017, bringing with him a deep commitment to community service and a passion for helping those in need. During his tenure, BHH has experienced tremendous growth, expanding its programs and services to meet the increasing needs of individuals and families across Palm Beach County.

“Greg has been a transformational leader whose vision and steady hand guided Boca Helping Hands through a period of remarkable progress,” said Gary Peters, Chairman of the Board of Directors. “Under his leadership, BHH has expanded its reach, strengthened its infrastructure, and helped tens of thousands of people improve their lives.”

During Greg’s time as Executive Director, BHH was able to double its annual budget,  expand its job training and mentoring programs, establish partnerships with healthcare providers, extend food distribution to additional sites throughout southern Palm Beach County, and enhance the reach and impact of  its financial assistance services. He also helped steer the organization through the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring that services remained uninterrupted and that staff, volunteers, and clients stayed safe.

“Serving as Executive Director of Boca Helping Hands has been one of the greatest honors of my life,” said Hazle. “I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together, and I’m deeply grateful to our staff, volunteers, donors, and community partners who make this work possible every day.”

Prior to his role at BHH, Greg brought a strong background from the corporate for-profit sector, which helped him modernize operations and lead with both compassion and strategic focus. “I was blessed to have a network of non-profit partners who were so helpful to me in getting over the learning curve in the non-profit world which was new to me” says Greg. His thoughtful, mission-driven approach has left a lasting legacy at BHH.

Following his retirement, Greg looks forward to spending more time with his family and exploring new opportunities to serve the community in a different capacity. “This job has given me a new appreciation for this city and the community in which I’ve lived for over 30 years”

Boca Helping Hands will welcome incoming Executive Director Andrew D. Hagen in June, 2025. The two leaders will work together during a transition period to ensure a smooth handoff and continuity of services.