Athene – Corporate Social Responsibility Grants – Financial Security, Education, Veterans, Disaster Relief & Community Well-Being

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Organization: Athene

About the Funder

Athene, a leading financial services company specializing in retirement savings products, invests in strengthening communities through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. Athene focuses on long-term partnerships that improve financial security, expand educational opportunities, support veterans and military families, and help communities thrive.

Athene’s CSR approach includes:

Strategic philanthropy
Employee volunteerism
Corporate giving programs
Community partnerships

The company prioritizes measurable impact and programs that reflect its commitments to economic empowerment and community resilience.

What This Program Funds

Athene provides financial grants, sponsorships, and community investments aligned with its core CSR pillars:

1. Financial Security & Economic Empowerment

Supports programs that:

Improve financial literacy and money management
Expand access to financial education for youth and adults
Strengthen long-term financial well-being
Build pathways to economic mobility

2. Education & Youth Development

Athene invests in initiatives that:

Support K–12 and postsecondary education
Expand STEM learning, career readiness & workforce pathways
Provide youth leadership and mentorship opportunities
Strengthen schools in underserved communities

3. Veteran & Military Family Support

Funding may include:

Transition-to-civilian-life programs
Mental health support
Family services for active-duty and retired military
Employment and workforce training initiatives

4. Disaster Relief & Community Resilience

Supports:

Local disaster recovery efforts
Community preparedness and resilience programs
Emergency relief organizations serving Athene communities

5. Community Well-Being & Nonprofit Strengthening

Supports initiatives that:

Improve quality of life in Athene’s operating communities
Strengthen health, social services & community resources
Build inclusive, thriving neighborhoods

Eligibility

Eligible applicants typically include:

501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
Educational institutions
Veteran and military support organizations
Community service organizations
Disaster relief nonprofits

Athene generally does not fund:

Individuals
Political campaigns or lobbying
Organizations outside Athene’s primary communities
Religious programming not serving the broader public

Funding Amounts

Athene does not publish set award ranges. Funding varies based on:

Program scope and impact
Alignment with CSR pillars
Geographic relevance
Organizational capacity and sustainability

Both small grants and larger-scale community investments are possible.

Deadline

Athene accepts requests year-round, but some local initiatives may have specific cycles depending on the region.

Early inquiries are encouraged.

Geographic Focus

Athene supports nonprofits serving communities where its employees live and work, including:

West Des Moines, Iowa (major operations center)
Wilmington, Delaware
New York City, New York
Charlotte, North Carolina
Atlanta, Georgia
Additional regional office communities

Programs outside these areas are less likely to receive funding.

Application Process

To seek support from Athene:

Visit Athene’s Corporate Social Responsibility page
Review the CSR pillars and funding priorities
Determine alignment with community location and focus area
Submit a grant or partnership inquiry as outlined on the website
Provide:
- Organization mission & nonprofit status
- Program description & community impact
- Funding request amount
- Alignment with Athene’s CSR pillars
- Evaluation or outcome measures

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is ideal for nonprofits that:

Support financial education, workforce readiness, or economic mobility
Strengthen K–12 or STEM education
Serve veterans or military families
Provide disaster relief or community resilience programs
Operate in Athene’s geographic footprint
Demonstrate strong outcomes and data-driven impact

Organizations with a focus on financial literacy, education, workforce development, community resilience, or veteran support will be especially competitive.

Apply here: Link to Application