General Motors – Corporate Giving Program

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Charitable Grants Supporting Community Impact in GM Communities

General Motors (GM) accepts Letters of Inquiry (LOIs) to support nonprofit programs and initiatives aligned with its two Social Impact Pillars. Through its corporate giving strategy, GM invests in organizations that demonstrate measurable impact, innovation, and a clear commitment to strengthening and improving communities—particularly those where GM operates.

Organization: General Motors
Support Type: Charitable grants
Geographic Focus: United States, with priority given to communities where GM has facilities

About the Funder

General Motors is a global automotive company committed to creating inclusive economic opportunity and building stronger, more resilient communities. Through its corporate giving, GM supports nonprofit partners whose work aligns with its business objectives and core value of serving and improving communities. GM emphasizes measurable outcomes, innovation, and expanded access for local populations.

What This Program Supports

GM considers LOIs from organizations whose programs successfully:

Align with GM’s strategic business objectives
Measure impact through clearly defined, measurable key objectives
Demonstrate innovative approaches to addressing a defined social issue
Create opportunity and expand access for local populations
Advance GM’s core value of serving and improving communities

Eligibility Requirements

Grant funding is available only to:

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
Organizations in good standing with applicable state authorities and the IRS

Additional requirements include:

No multi-year grant commitments
Funds may not be used retroactively
Previous GM grantees must complete all required reporting before being reconsidered

Ineligible Requests

GM will not consider LOIs for:

Capital campaigns, endowments, or private buildings
Faith-based organizations for religious purposes
Government or tax-supported entities, including colleges and universities
Individual K–12 schools, school districts, or school clubs/teams
Hospitals or medical-related facilities
Other foundations for endowment-building purposes
Political candidates, campaigns, or organizations
Private clubs, fraternities, or sororities
Robotics, sports, race teams, or athletic scholarships
Individual requests (e.g., personal scholarships)
Vehicle donations or requests to purchase vehicles
Organizations that do not share GM’s values or that unlawfully discriminate

GM reserves the right to determine final eligibility.

Funding Amounts

GM does not publish a standard funding range. Grant amounts are evaluated on a case-by-case basis based on:

Project scope and need
Alignment with GM priorities
Available funding

Timeline & Review

📅 LOI Deadline: September 30 (annually)
📅 Review Period: Allow up to 8 weeks for review
📅 Notification: GM will contact applicants directly if additional information is needed

No LOIs are accepted after the annual September 30 deadline.

Application / Request Process

All organizations must begin by submitting a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) through GM’s online system. Applicants should ensure that:

The proposed program clearly aligns with GM’s Social Impact Pillars
Outcomes and metrics are well-defined
The organization serves communities where GM has a presence

Apply / Learn More

➡️ https://www.gm.com/impact/corporate-giving

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is well-suited for nonprofits that:

Operate in or serve communities where GM has facilities
Can demonstrate measurable, community-level impact
Bring innovative solutions to defined social challenges
Align with GM’s values and strategic priorities

GM’s Corporate Giving Program is best for organizations seeking single-year funding to scale impactful, well-defined community initiatives.

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Competitive, annual LOI review
Best Suited For: U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with measurable, community-focused programs aligned with GM priorities