Building Stronger Communities Around the World
We are currently accepting applications for FY2021. See program specifications and application links below.
At TE Connectivity, our goal is to have a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work. Organizations may request funding from TE Connectivity. The first step is completing our online community support application. Please see more information below about our applications timeline, criteria and requirements.
$5M+
million donated globally in FY2019
38K+
volunteer hours by employees FY2019
100+
communities supported around the world
Timeline
Our grant system is now open. Applications are reviewed on local council timelines which vary by location. TE Connectivity cannot gurantee a timeline for award decisions. Please note: our application only applies to funding from TE Connectivity Corporation. The TE Connectivity Foundation does not accept applications.
How To Apply
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FIRST
TE offers grants to select FIRST teams located in the communities where TE employees live and work. FIRST grants applications are separate from Community Ambassador Program and Corporate Partnership grants. TE is accepting FIRST applications for the 2020-2021 season.
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United States locations – Community Ambassador Program Application
Community Ambassador Program grants are TE’s most common form of grant-giving. Community Ambassador Program grants are given to qualifying nonprofit organizations and schools in the communities where TE employees live and work. Select the link according to your organization’s location below. Applications will be accepted through March 26, 2021.
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Non-United States locations – Community Ambassador Program Application
Community Ambassador Program grants are TE’s most common form of grant-giving. Community Ambassador Program grants are given to qualifying nonprofit organizations and schools in the communities where TE employees live and work. Select the link according to your organization’s location below. Applications will be accepted through March 26, 2021.
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United States locations – Corporate Partnerships Application
Corporate Partnership grants are offered to select organizations on an invitation-only basis. Only organizations that have been instructed by TE to apply for a Corporate Partnership grant should apply through the relevant link below.
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Non-United States locations – Corporate Partnerships Application
Corporate Partnership grants are offered to select organizations on an invitation-only basis. Only organizations that have been instructed by TE to apply for a Corporate Partnership grant should apply through the relevant link below.
Criteria
Applicants must be a registered nonprofit, charitable organization, educational institution or jurisdiction equivalent and be able to provide documentation. TE evaluates proposals based on the following criteria, among other factors. Please also visit the links below to learn more about our community giving program.
- Alignment with TE Connectivity purpose and values
- Alignment with community giving focus areas of 1) education and technology or 2) health and human services
- Opportunities for employee engagement
- Proximity to a TE facility
Application Requirements
Applicants should review TE's different programs and apply to the most appropriate one (please see "How To Apply" section above). Applicants should also be prepared to provide:
- Contact information for an individual who works at your organization (preferably the individual in charge of fundraising)
- General information on your organization (mission, reach, impact, major donors)
- A description of how this grant would support your organization
- Information on any TE employees affiliated with your organization and funding your organizations has received from TE in the past (if applicable)
- A copy of your organization’s 501c3 verification letter and W9 (for United States organizations), or your country’s equivalent nonprofit registration documentation (for organizations outside of the United States)
Questions?
TECorporateResponsibility@te.com
