General Motors (GM) Foundation

GM Foundation Grants

VISION
Smart, safe and sustainable communities around the world

MISSION
To promote social impact through investments in STEM education, vehicle and road safety and sustainable communities

GUIDING PRINCIPLES
• Support for recognized national, regional and local charities that deliver innovative programming and/or community outreach initiatives
• Seek out broad, strategic partnership opportunities directed toward our giving focus areas 
• Work to leverage our commitment to empower underserved communities across the United States

REQUESTING SUPPORT – OPEN COMPETITIVE APPLICATION PROCESS
GM’s philanthropic support is organized in three main areas:
• Corporate Giving Grants – support for initiatives that are in line with our giving focus areas and create lasting impacts for communities in which we operate
• Community Impact Grants – reserved for nonprofit organizations,invited by GM facilities, to address specific community needs that often vary from city-to-city
• Sponsorships/Events – support for select nonprofit organizations,programs and events that benefit participants and highlight GM as a donor

All applications follow the same process and must be submitted through GM’s online application portal. Grant Guidelines and the online application can be accessed by clicking on the Link below. 

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For Grantwriting/Program Development Assistance:

Grants Grants Office  
Phone: (585) 352-2773
Email: [email protected]