Gildan – Donation Request Program
Community Investment, In-Kind Support & Humanitarian Aid
Gildan supports community organizations and initiatives that create meaningful social and environmental impact in the regions where the company operates. Gildan’s community engagement and investment efforts are guided by its core values, mission, and three primary focus areas: quality education, good health & well-being, and environment (resources protection).
Gildan accepts requests for financial support, in-kind donations, event support, and humanitarian aid on a rolling basis.
Organization: Gildan
Support Type: Financial support, in-kind donations, event support, humanitarian aid
Geographic Focus: Countries where Gildan has operations
About the Funder
Gildan is a leading global manufacturer of everyday basic apparel with vertically integrated operations across the Americas. Through its community investment strategy, Gildan seeks to be an active and responsible partner in the communities where it operates, aligning its giving with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and prioritizing long-term social and environmental impact.
Community Investment Focus Areas
Gildan directs the majority of its community investment resources toward initiatives that advance:
- Quality Education
- Good Health & Well-Being
- Environment / Resources Protection
In addition, Gildan remains committed to:
- Humanitarian aid and disaster relief, provided on an ad hoc basis in regions where the company operates when circumstances arise
Eligibility Requirements
Eligible projects and organizations must:
- Align with Gildan’s values and community investment focus areas
- Operate in a country where Gildan has operations
- Be a registered organization with a valid charitable registration number (when applicable)
- Be financially sound and able to provide recent financial statements or a balance sheet
- Demonstrate a commitment to inclusive practices
Ineligible Requests
Gildan does not support:
- Projects outside countries where Gildan operates
- Individuals or charitable appeals for individuals
- Religious or non-secular organizations (faith-based organizations may be eligible if programs are non-religious and accessible to all)
- Advocacy or political organizations
- Parties or celebration events
Timeline & Review
- Requests are accepted year-round
- Organizations should submit requests well in advance of the event or project start date
- Due to resource constraints, not all eligible requests can be approved
Application / Request Process
Organizations seeking financial or in-kind support must submit an online request. Applicants should:
- Complete all required fields
- Provide detailed information about the project or organization
- Attach required documentation, including financial statements if requested
Apply / Learn More
➡️ Online Application Form: https://www.tfaforms.com/5009269
➡️ Program Information: https://gildancorp.com/en/donation-requests/
Questions or Support
- Canada & International: donations@gildan.com
- United States: donations-usa@gildan.com
- Central America & Caribbean Basin: comunicaciones@gildan.com
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:
- Operate in regions where Gildan has manufacturing or business operations
- Advance education, health, or environmental protection
- Can demonstrate financial stability and inclusive practices
- Are seeking corporate partners aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals
Gildan’s Donation Request Program is best suited for established organizations pursuing measurable social and environmental impact within Gildan’s global footprint.
