Donation Requests

A well-known fact about Americans is that they are givers. This is particularly true regarding giving to nonprofits, charitable organizations, and worthy causes.

Valero

The Valero Energy Foundation predominantly funds 501(c)(3) certified nonprofit organizations that benefit disadvantaged children and families. This includes basic needs, health care, education, and civic and environmental initiatives. Information about the company’s many successful charitable initiatives and grant applications can be found on its philanthropy page.

Kroger

Kroger donates via their Kroger Foundation and Zero Hunger/Zero Waste Foundation. It focuses on nonprofits operating in feeding programs, nutrition and well-being, inclusion and diversity, youth education and development, disaster relief, and more robust donation companies communities. Nonprofits can apply for cash donations using the company’s donation request form.

Whole Foods

Through its grant request system, Whole Foods donates to nonprofit organizations that share its values and do community work in the areas where its stores are located. It generously also offers great charity event ideas to assist organizations with fundraising.

ALDI

ALDI’s philanthropic focus is on youth and children’s health and well-being programs. Its community aid is to K-12 schools, police and fire departments, and faith-based organizations. The ALDI Smart Kids Foundation partners with programs like Feeding America. Nonprofit organizations can apply for help with the company’s local grants online.

Tractor Supply

Tractor Supply partners with nonprofits supporting animal care, agriculture, and veteran affairs. National 4H (the largest youth organization in the USA for children and youth aged 5 to 19) and high school FFA programs (intra-curricular program for students interested in agriculture and leadership).

Find more information and make an online donation request on the company’s website.

S C Johnson

SC Johnson is a leading manufacturer of household cleaning products. Its varied giving is focused on nonprofits and charities dedicated to community conservation and ecological sustainability. The company readily responds to online requests for donations for worthy causes.

Toyota

Toyota4Good takes a holistic approach to investing in communities, providing a sustainable impact beyond monetary contributions, engaging employees in volunteer work, and sharing their knowledge and know-how. Toyota focuses on four areas: 

workforce readiness

inclusive mobility

financial inclusion

community resilience

Their efforts are concentrated in states with Toyota manufacturing plants, including Alabama, Missouri, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee, and West Virginia. The program guidelines are available when you apply for a grant.

The Tillamook County Creamery Association

TCCA commits to investing at least 4% of its annual profits in local communities, enriching the areas where its employees and farmer-owners live. Its efforts focus on the key areas of Agricultural Advocacy, Food Security, and Healthy Children. Nonprofit organizations in Tillamook, Portland, Broadman, and the Pacific Northwest region can submit requests through its donation form.

Panera

Panera Bread Day-End Dough-Nation program donates unsold baked goods to local nonprofit organizations at the end of the day. To provide bread, they are working with charities nationwide, including food pantries, veteran services, and youth shelters. They also supply grants to nonprofit organizations with programs engaging in mentorship. More information can be found on their community giving page.

Nissan

Nissan attempts to achieve its global vision of “Enriching people’s lives” by supporting NPOs through the Nissan Foundation and Nissan Neighbors promoting respect and understanding among cultural and ethnic groups. Nissan Neighbors awards grants to education, the environment, and humanitarian aid. Nonprofits can apply for a grant through their community relations page.

Dominion Energy

The Dominion Energy charitable foundation provides grants for nonprofit organizations focusing on education, environment, human needs, and community vitality. Dominion Energy provides electricity to areas in 14 states and focuses its charitable efforts in those same areas. Grants range between $1,000 to $15,000, and eligibility for an appointment can be ascertained by taking a quiz on their site.

Crayola

Crayola’s mission is to “help parents and educators raise creatively alive children” and ensure children meet their emotional and physical needs. Their philanthropic efforts are focused on nonprofit organizations and schools in the Lehigh and Northampton counties in Pennsylvania and Phillipsburg/Warren County in New Jersey. 

On their Crayola Cares page, Crayola offers in-kind product donations and cash grants to organizations focused on the arts, education, civic affairs, health, and welfare.

CVS

CVS Health gives gift cards valued at $100 to some programs to be used for personal care products, school provisions, and water. They also offer “Health in Action” grants for nonprofit causes dedicated to health care and well-being programs within the community. Grant requests are by invitation only, and more information is available here.

Pepsi

Pepsi, through its philanthropic arm, The PepsiCo Foundation, is focused on equity, diversity, and inclusion. Pepsi makes various types of donations, such as beverages, monetary gifts, and in-kind services to nonprofits in the areas they serve. Nonprofits support veterans, military families, and first responders, as well as recycling and sustainability efforts, health and wellness, and support for communities where they live and work. Visit their information page for more information and a donation request form.

Thrive Market

Thrive Market is passionate about making healthy food available to everyone. They partner with nonprofits that support needy communities, food, and products to assist with natural disasters. Thrive Market also offers yearly memberships for financially disadvantaged families, including students, teachers, veterans, nurses, and first responders. Submit a donation request on their website.

Final Thoughts

Many companies are ready and willing to donate to fundraisers and give to uplift the well-being of their communities and environment. Several are mentioned here, but it is also worth noting that most of these companies graciously give in many other ways.