Community Engagement
Building vibrant communities through economic development, charitable giving, employee volunteerism and partnerships
Cargill is committed to conducting business with integrity, operating responsibly, enriching communities and nourishing the world.
Cargill’s charitable giving in fiscal year 2017 was $54.7 million across 54 countries to advance programs that make a difference. Our businesses, facilities and employee-led groups support civic and non-profit organizations in their local communities.
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Cargill invests in local communities through economic development, partnerships and giving combined with the volunteer efforts of our employees.
Cargill donation helps Minn. firefighters save man trapped in grain bin
On April 12, the fire department in Faribault, Minnesota sent out an alert notifying firefighters of an emergency: A young man was trapped in a grain bin and being engulfed by the corn stored inside.
A shared table: Chef David Hertz on how gastronomy can tackle global challenges
A Q&A with the founder of Brazilian nonprofit Gastromotiva
Committed to change
Cargill’s Maria Nelly Rivas hopes her work will make Nicaragua a better place for future generations.
Minneapolis school kids cook healthy meals in “Jr. Iron Chef”
How a forward-thinking program gets kids to eat better.
Cargill Global Scholars
The Cargill Global Scholars program provides financial support and leadership development opportunity to undergraduate students from around the world. Visit the Cargill Global Scholars website.
Cargill Cares Councils
Through more than 350 Cargill Cares Councils, our employees around the world contribute millions of dollars and lend more than 100,000 hours of their time and talent to volunteer activities that have a local impact.