Corporate Giving
What
Corporate giving is one important way Cargill works to enrich the 1,000 communities where we conduct our business. With 158,000 employees in 66 countries, Cargill people are working every day to nourish the lives of those around us.
The Cargill Citizenship Fund provides strategic grants to organizations serving communities where Cargill has a presence. The company provides direct grants for regional, national and global partnerships and provides matching funds for selected local projects supported by our businesses.
Who
Regional, national or global nonprofit or non-governmental organizations that provide programs and services to multiple Cargill communities may apply directly to the Cargill Citizenship Fund. Local, community organizations must request funding from their Cargill facility.
Cargill will provide corporate support to organizations, programs, and projects that fall within the Committee’s three focus areas:
• Education - We will support innovative programs that improve academic achievement, develop logic and thinking skills, promote leadership development, and/or increase access to education for socio-economically disadvantaged children. Cargill also supports mutually beneficial partnerships with selected higher education institutions.
• Environment - We will support projects that protect and improve accessibility to water resources; promote biodiversity conservation in agricultural areas; and educate children about conservation and/or proper sanitation.
We will not fund:
• Organizations that do not serve communities where Cargill has a business presence
• Individuals or groups seeking support for research, planning, personal needs or travel
• Public service or political campaigns
• Lobbying, political or fraternal activities
• Benefit dinners, fundraising events or tickets to the same
• Fundraising campaigns, walk-a-thons, or promotions to eliminate or control specific diseases
• Athletic scholarships
• Advertising sponsorships
• Religious groups for religious purposes
• Publications, audio-visual productions or special broadcasts
• Endowment campaigns
Only under special circumstances will Cargill consider general operating or capital support. Organizations requesting capital or operating support should contact the Cargill Citizenship Fund before applying.
How
After reviewing the eligibility information above, we encourage regional, national and international organizations to submit a 2-3 page letter of inquiry via mail, fax or e-mail. The letter should include the following:
Name of organization and mission
Description of project for which funds are requested
How the project/program fits within Cargill's focus areas
Amount requested
Mailing Address: |
Shipping Address: |
Cargill Citizenship Fund |
Cargill Citizenship Fund |
P.O. Box 5650 |
15407 McGinty Road West, MS 50 |
Minneapolis, MN 55440-5650 |
Wayzata, MN 55391-2399 |
Fax: (952) 742-7224 |
Cargill will review the letter of inquiry and determine whether the organization will be invited to submit a complete proposal. All letters will receive a response. Those organizations invited to submit a proposal must complete the Cargill Citizenship Fund Guidelines and Application Form. Cargill may request additional information or a site visit. The Committee reviews applications on an ongoing basis. Decisions concerning applications are generally made within 90 days of receipt.
Examples
• Living Lands & Water Restoration Organization - US $ 100,000 to support the protection and restoration of the United States’ major waterways and their watersheds
• Junior Achievement International - US $ 30,000 to support Junior Achievement in Chinese schools
For More Information
Michelle Grogg
Director, Corporate Contributions
(952) 742-2931
Stacey Smida
Grants Administrator
(952) 742-4311