Avion Solutions – Avion Takes Action Grant (Fall Cycle)

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Employee-Led Giving Supporting Local Communities

Organization: Avion Solutions
Program: Avion Takes Action
Support Type: Semi-annual community grants
Fall Deadline: August 31
Geographic Focus: Communities where Avion Solutions employees reside

About Avion Takes Action

Avion Takes Action is an employee-led charitable giving fund supporting nonprofit organizations in the local communities of Avion employee-owners.

By harnessing the power of collective giving, Avion Takes Action has contributed more than $250,000 over the past three years to strengthen communities where employees live and work.

Grants are awarded twice per year through a competitive application process.

Quality-of-Life Funding Priorities

Eligible projects must align with one or more of the following focus areas:

🏠 Basic Needs

Food, shelter, jobs, and family support services.

🎓 Education

Early childhood development, special education programs, mentoring for at-risk youth, and college/career readiness initiatives.

🌱 Environment

Sustainable development, energy reduction efforts, and protection of natural resources.

🏥 Health Care

Access to basic healthcare and dental care services.

🇺🇸 Veterans

Programs aimed at improving quality of life for veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Eligibility Requirements

Organizations must:

Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (tax-deductible under IRS Section 170).
Operate in a community where Avion Solutions employees reside.
Use 100% of grant funds in areas where Avion employees live.
Align their mission with one or more Quality-of-Life priorities.
Provide services accessible to all community members, regardless of race, religion, political affiliation, ability to pay, or background.

Nonprofits may receive funding once every 12 months.

Ineligible Organizations

Avion Takes Action does not fund:

Athletic teams or booster clubs
Individuals or fraternal organizations
Political organizations or campaigns
Private foundations
Professional associations
Religious organizations without secular community designation
Scouting associations
Social organizations (including fraternities, sororities, alumni groups)
Tax-supported institutions

Application Timeline

Grants are awarded on a semi-annual basis:

📅 Spring Grant Cycle Deadline: February 28
📅 Fall Grant Cycle Deadline: August 31

The upcoming deadline is August 31 for the Fall Grant Cycle.

Application Process

Eligible nonprofits must complete and submit the Avion Takes Action grant application during the open cycle.

Applications should clearly demonstrate:

Alignment with one or more Quality-of-Life priorities
Local community impact
Use of funds within Avion employee communities

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://avionsolutions.com/community/

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is well-suited for:

Community-based nonprofits in Avion employee markets
Organizations addressing basic needs, education, environmental sustainability, healthcare access, or veteran services
Nonprofits seeking local corporate support with strong employee engagement ties

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Semi-annual
Fall Deadline: August 31
Best Suited For: Community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits operating in Avion employee communities
Funding Frequency: Eligible once every 12 months