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The mission of The Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation is to build strong and vibrant communities, improve the quality of life, and make a positive difference. We are a private foundation providing grants to eligible 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations to support these focus areas:

• Education
• Community Development
• Health and Human Services
• Arts and Culture
• Environment
• Civic

Each community has unique needs and opportunities.  We designate the majority of our philanthropic dollars to addressing these needs.  Community Needs Grants are considered for organizations that meet the criteria described below.

Geographical areas: Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, DC.

Requirements

To be considered for grant funding, organizations must:

• Have a non-profit tax-exempt classification under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code
• Have broad community support and address specific community needs
• Demonstrate fiscal and administrative stability
• Align with one or more of the Foundation’s focus areas: Education, Community Development, Health/Human Services, Arts/Culture, Environment, and Civic.

Priorities

The Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation will provide priority consideration to requests that best reflect the organizational characteristics and focus area targets detailed below.

Organizational Characteristics

The organization should:

• Target individuals or communities with low- to moderate-income
• Help build inclusive and diverse communities
• Foster collaborative efforts that leverage our community investments

Education:

• Eliminate the pre-K – 12 “achievement gap” in education through public school sponsored or facilitated curriculum-based programs
• Advance teaching through recruitment, professional development, support, and retention of teachers
• Facilitate merit-based access to higher education for underrepresented groups

Community Development:

• Create and sustain affordable housing
• Revitalize low- to moderate-income neighborhoods
• Facilitate job creation, work force development, and financial literacy/empowerment
• Provide economic development for minority and underserved groups and/or low- to moderate-income areas

Health/Human Services:

• Enable and sustain independence for individuals and families
• Ensure access to health education programs
• Ensure access to quality health care

Arts and Culture:

• Facilitate access to and participation in cultural experiences for persons with low- to moderate-income
• Ensure the availability of a broad array of artistic opportunities/venues that reflect the diversity of the community

Environment

Environment grants support those programs where the primary purpose is preservation and conservation of natural resources, endangered species, and the global environment.

Civic

Focus is placed on support to organizations and associations that enhance a community’s quality of life.  These events and activities may involve public policy, community beautification, civic leadership, citizen education, and promote cultural diversity.

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Our Mission – The Horne Family Foundation’s mission is twofold:

First, to preserve and maintain the legacy of the Horne Family by supporting various community efforts in the Massachusetts Merrimack Valley region and in southern New Hampshire.

Second, the foundation seeks to find opportunities designed to augment progress and improve the future by supporting initiatives in the areas of conservation, education, health, economic stability and environmental sustainability both in the national arena and on a global level.

Our Areas of Interest

CONSERVATION, PRESERVATION AND STEWARDSHIP OF OUR OPEN SPACE
One of George Horne’s chief concerns was protecting public lands and preserving species habitat, in hopes of ensuring a future where large tracts of land would be unspoiled by development.

PRESERVING A LEGACY AND MAINTAINING ONGOING SUPPORT IN THE GREATER MERRIMACK VALLEY/SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE  REGION
The Horne family has a long history of supporting local hospitals, community centers, human services, education and child development/leadership training in the area.

ADDRESSING GLOBAL CONCERNS IN THE AREAS OF DEVELOPMENT AND RELIEF, HEALTHCARE,  HUMAN SERVICES AND THE ENVIRONMENT
The Foundation is committed to joining the efforts to eradicate poverty and the health crises in developing countries through innovative programs such as microfinancing and global village projects.

EDUCATION
The Foundation seeks to create opportunities for a stronger and better educational system through improved support for teachers and scholastic programs.

HEALTHCARE & HUMAN SERVICES
The Foundation is striving to contribute significantly to AIDS funding and research, cancer aid and research and hospice care.    

ARTS
The Foundation believes in supporting cultural endeavors such as museums, film and art programs.

ANIMAL WELFARE/WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
George Horne’s lifelong interest in land conservation extended to an avid interest in animal protection, both domestic and in the wild.

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Beginning with the creation of the Fred C. and Mary R. Koch Foundation in 1953, Koch family foundations and philanthropy today include the Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation, the David H. Koch Charitable Foundation and the Koch Cultural Trust. Their history of sustained giving, and focus on advancing liberty and freedom, has created opportunity throughout the world.

Progress. Prosperity. Well-Being.

Koch family foundations and philanthropy are grounded in the belief that free societies are the best generators of social progress, sustainable prosperity and well-being for all. This is possible in a system that allows people the freedom to pursue their own interests within beneficial rules of just conduct, while demonstrating personal responsibility.

Areas of Interest

Each Koch family foundation is managed independently, accepting applications and awarding grants separately.
Areas of interest vary and include:

• Fostering entrepreneurship
• Arts and culture
• Research & education
• Environmental stewardship
• At-risk youth
• Medical research
• Human services

Koch family foundations and philanthropy support many causes, including fostering entrepreneurship, education, human services, at-risk youth, arts and culture, and medical research. To learn more, click one of the links below.

• Fred C. and Mary R. Koch Foundation
• Koch Cultural Trust
• Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation
• David H. Koch Charitable Foundation
  & Personal Philanthropy

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Mission Statement 

The Amgen Foundation seeks to advance science education, improve quality of care and access for patients, and support resources that create sound communities where Amgen staff members live and work.

The Amgen Foundation: A History of Giving

One of the most important vehicles for Amgen’s corporate philanthropy is the Amgen Foundation. Launched in 1991, the Foundation is an integral component of Amgen’s commitment to dramatically improve people’s lives. To date, the Foundation has contributed more than $140 million to nonprofit organizations across the United States, Puerto Rico and Europe that align with the Foundation’s mission.

Philanthropic Focus

In 2009, the Amgen Foundation invested more than $18.5 million and committed millions more to the development of key partnerships.  Grants were made to more than 100 organizations that reflect Amgen’s core values and complement Amgen’s dedication to impacting lives in inspiring and innovative ways. The Foundation’s philanthropic efforts are focused on the following three areas:

Quality of Care and Access for Patients

The Foundation funds programs dedicated to providing patients, caregivers and health care practitioners with information, education and access. These programs are directed at patient navigation, seniors, health disparities, healthcare interpreting and preventative care and patient support.

Science Education

The Foundation is committed to raising the value of science literacy for both students and teachers.  In this area, the Foundation seeks to identify programs that provide pivotal hands-on science experiences for students, as well as those that seek to support teacher quality and provide professional development.

Community Life

The Foundation dedicates substantial resources to strengthening and enriching the community, thereby making it a more desirable place to live and work. This investment helps to ensure that essential health and socials services, environmental programs, the excitement of the sciences and the richness of the arts are more accessible to all members of the community.

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Nestlé Purina PetCare Company Community Affairs Charitable Giving supports those organizations located in the greater St. Louis area and in cities where our Company operates manufacturing facilities that affect the Company and its associates as well as the population in general. We will consider support to not-for-profit, tax exempt organizations that focus interests on programs that emphasize the needs of the disadvantaged, particularly the health, education and well being of children and youth. As a premier global pet products company, Purina also considers and supports programs that address pet care and the well-being of dogs and cats. We prefer to consider requests from organizations with active, diverse boards, effective leadership, clear objectives, sound financial practices and multiple sources of support. Donations are typically divided into two categories: Nestlé Purina PetCare Trust Fund Grants and other charitable donations.

GIVING GUIDELINES:

Nestlé Purina PetCare Trust Fund Grants Giving Guidelines

The following elements must be provided as a prerequisite for grant funding consideration:

• A clear mission statement explaining the purpose of the organization
• A detailed statement of need, including a total project cost and amount requested from Nestlé Purina PetCare Company
• An indication of how the project links with Nestlé Purina’s giving priorities
• A projected timetable for accomplishing the project
• A plan for post-grant evaluation
• Evidence of 501(c)3 status
• Evidence of a results-oriented program or service

Grants will not be made for the following:

• Aid to individuals
• Religious or politically partisan purposes
• Projects that require funding directed to an entity located outside the United States or its possessions
• Loans or investment funds
• Veterans or fraternal organizations, unless they furnish services that benefit the general public
• Tickets for dinners, benefits, exhibits, conferences, sports events, and other short-term activities
• Advertisements
• Underwriting of deficits or post-event funding

Community Affairs Charitable Donation Giving Guidelines:

In addition to Trust Fund grant requests Community Affairs will also consider requests by local nonprofits to support a variety of programs and events through monetary or in-kind donations. The following elements must be provided as a prerequisite for funding consideration:

• A written statement of need. This should include the purpose of the requesting nonprofit organization, and what is being requested from Nestlé Purina PetCare Company. If requesting for an event, a description of the event, expected attendance and dates, if applicable, should be included.
• An indication of how the project links with Nestlé Purina’s giving priorities, if possible

Charitable donations will not be made for the following:

• Aid to individuals or sporting teams
• Religious or politically partisan purposes
• Projects that require funding directed to an entity located outside the United States or its possessions
• Loans or investment funds
• Churches, veterans or fraternal organizations unless they furnish services that benefit the general public

How To Apply

Organizations that feel they qualify for our support for either a Trust Fund grant or a charitable donation and are located in the greater St. Louis, MO area should submit a written proposal in compliance with the above guidelines to:

Nestlé Purina PetCare Community Affairs
Checkerboard Square – 1C
St. Louis, MO 63164

Organizations that feel they qualify for our support for either a Trust Fund grant or a charitable donation and are located in a community in which we have manufacturing operations** should submit their proposal to the attention of the Plant Manager.

Requests are accepted throughout the year. Those requests not meeting grant requirements are unlikely to receive funding.

A panel reviews eligible Trust Fund grant requests quarterly.

NPPC strives to reply promptly to all requests; however, due to review schedules, some responses could take 60-90 days after receipt.

We receive numerous requests for contributions, many more than we can possibly support. In the review process, we give each request careful consideration.

** Manufacturing operations locations — Requests from organizations in the vicinity of our manufacturing operations should be directed to the Plant Manager

• Allentown, PA
• Atlanta, GA
• Bloomfield, MO
• Cape Girardeau, MO
• Clinton, IA
• Crete, NE
• Davenport, IA
• Denver, CO
• Dunkirk, NY
• Flagstaff, AZ
• Fort Dodge, IA
• Hager City, WI
• Jefferson, WI
• King William, VA
• Maricopa, CA
• Mechanicsburg, PA
• Oklahoma City, OK
• Springfield, MO
• St. Joseph, MO
• Wierton, WV
• Zanesville, OH

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7 Eleven mission is simple:  to serve the needs of the communities in which 7-Eleven® stores operate. We believe the most effective way to advance our mission is to support causes that are aligned with community and customer interests and enhance the overall quality of life in neighborhoods where our customers, franchisees and employees live, work and play.  That’s why our community relations initiatives are generally focused at the local level and on four key areas associated with strong communities and citizens: safety, education, health & wellness and community revitalization.  And priority is given to youth programs to ensure we build a strong foundation for the next generation. 

7-Eleven, is committed to supporting the needs of our local communities. However, one of the toughest realizations that we have to accept is the fact that we can’t do it all. The volume of requests we receive daily from worthy organizations far exceeds our resources, and we must make difficult decisions to ensure our giving is effective.

As a result, 7-Eleven generally limits and directs its support to organizations that the company and its franchisees select and solicit based on our giving guidelines. We are unable to support unsolicited requests. And, support is allocated annually through our community relations programs.

Giving Guidelines

Our charitable contributions support:

• 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organizations and government agencies, such as public schools, libraries or police departments

• Organizations and initiatives that support communities where 7-Eleven operates stores

• Organizations and initiatives that support our strategic focus areas:

  • Safety

  • Education

  • Health & Wellness

  • Community Revitalization

Our charitable contributions do not support:

• Religious or political organizations

• General operating, multi-year commitments or capital, building or endowment campaigns

• Sponsorships for individuals

• Organizations that discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex or national origin

How we give

• Organizations are selected and solicited by 7-Eleven and its franchisees

• Support is planned and allocated annually through our community relations programs

• Due to the volume of proposals we are unable to support unsolicited requests

• Unsolicited requests received will be reviewed for information purposes only

• 7-Eleven will only respond to requests if there is interest

Community Relations Contact Information:
7-Eleven, Inc.
Community Relations Department
Loc. 199
P.O. Box 711
Dallas, TX 75221

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Brinker International, Inc. is one of the world’s leading casual dining restaurant companies. With more than 1,700 restaurants and over 125,000 team members in 27 countries and two territories, Giving back to the communities where we live and work is one of Brinker International’s core values. We contribute millions of dollars to charitable organizations each year, as well as thousands of hours of volunteer time from our Team Members. Our main areas of giving are Health, Arts & Culture and Social Services.

Guidelines

Brinker International’s Charitable Committee needs the following information from organizations requesting donations. This information must be submitted on the organization’s official letterhead.

• The exact amount requested and the specific purpose for the donation briefly summarized on one to two typewritten pages. The request should detail how the donations will be used.
• Information about your organization, including proof of 501(c)(3) status and sources of funding.
• Information, if any, concerning past or current involvement of Brinker International Team Members with the organization.

Requests that don’t meet these requirements cannot be considered.

Restrictions

The Brinker International charitable giving program does not support the following:

• Religious organizations or programs
• Individuals seeking aid
• Agencies that receive United Way funding
• Organizations lacking proof of 501(c)(3) status
• Political organizations or candidates
• Conferences; seminars; or reunions
• Research projects
• Travel for individuals or groups
• Capital campaigns

How to apply

To submit your request for a charitable donation, please send your written proposal on an official letterhead of the 501(c)(3) organization to:

Brinker International Charitable Committee
6820 LBJ Freeway
Dallas, TX 75240

Or FAX your request to: (972) 770-5977. We cannot accept requests or inquiries by telephone.

Requests for donations are reviewed on an ongoing basis. It may take four to six weeks to review your request, so please allow enough time if your request is related to a specific event. Due to the volume of requests and proposals we receive, we are unable to follow up with each individual personally.

If your request is approved, you’ll be notified by mail.

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Established in 2003, the Liberty Mutual Foundation supports the communities in which we live and work, and further demonstrates how we “help people live safer, more secure lives.”
Our grant making priorities are education and broad based health and human services.  We also invest in access to health care for low-income individuals, mentoring programs, and cultural organizations.
When making an investment, we give preference to nonprofit organizations, who have these attributes:

• solid financials;
• a strong board and staff; and,
• thoughtful strategic plans and budgets.

Liberty Mutual Corporate Philanthropy Program and Guidelines

• Programs
• Places
• Population
• Types of Support
• Application Procedures
• Restrictions
• Examples of Grants

Programs

Places

Population

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The Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation is dedicated to supporting the communities we serve and in which our employees live, work, and volunteer. Your organization, or program, should exist in or serve a community near one of BNSF’s rail lines to be eligible to apply for grants. Please refer to the BNSF system map included in the Policies & Guidelines section to determine whether you are located on a BNSF route.

The BNSF Foundation has supported and helped improve quality of life for thousands of communities across the 28 states through which BNSF operates, and where BNSF employees live, work and volunteer.

 Grants

Generally, we will consider requests for funding that clearly fall within one or more of the following categories, although a clear fit does not guarantee that your organization will be funded:

• Civic services including organizations which are concerned with the environment, as well as local community issues such as crime prevention, parks and recreation, diversity and community development.
   
• Cultural organizations that include performing, visual, and fine arts, museums and other related activities that offer opportunities for underserved children to experience cultural learning events.
   
• Educational institutions, both public and private, primarily at the college level. Grants of an exceptional nature may be made to vocational and non-college schools. Preferably, contributions will be directed toward the improvement of the quality of education. Ordinarily, grants will not be made to finance the expansion of a student body or the payment of scholarships. (BNSF’s scholarship programs, as well as the Employee Matching Gift Program, are governed by separate policies.)
• Health and Human Service organizations such as YMCA/YWCA, programs that address chemical dependency treatment and prevention, spouse and child abuse, women’s and children’s aid and transitional shelters. This category also includes hospitals and medical programs.
• Youth organizations such as Boys & Girls Clubs, Camp Fire, Scouts, Junior Achievement and similar groups.
• Federated organizations such as United Way and American Red Cross.

Scholarships

• The BNSF College Scholarship Program is designed for high school seniors who are dependents of BNSF employees. The Foundation awards up to 35 scholarships annually. Interested employees should go to http://aim.applyists.net/BNSF for more information regarding eligibility and rules for applying. BNSF does not select winners.

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The Subaru of America Foundation will focus on educational and the environmental activities for children and youth through grade 12. We understand that problems do not live in isolation and that many issues have positive, and negative, impact on a child’s development and continual learning. Accordingly, SOAF seeks partnerships that:

• Have programs that engage youth and encourage their active participation in the learning experience, including (but not limited to) professional development for educators, programs that enhance math and science education, and literacy improvement and education.
• Have programs that promote environmental stewardship and education for youth, including (but not limited to) school gardens and science exploration as it pertains to the environment.

The SOAF Board, at its sole discretion, may also fund programs that address the basic needs of local residents. Proposals will not be accepted for basic needs grants at the present time, but will be awarded at the discretion of the Board.

Geographic Focus

SOAF directs its energies to local interests – those organizations surrounding our corporate (where primary consideration is given) and regional offices. Our Board may decide to support programs in other locations, but such grants will be Board-directed. Only proposals serving the geographic locations listed will be considered.

• Corporate Headquarters, Southern New Jersey, and to a lesser degree, Philadelphia
• East Region, Westhampton, NJ
• Central Region, Itasca, IL
• West Region, Aurora, CO

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