NOVA Chemicals – Community Investment Program (May 31 Deadline)
Quarterly Grants Supporting STEM, Community Needs & Environmental Stewardship
Organization: NOVA Chemicals
Support Type: Community investment grants
Geographic Focus: Communities where NOVA Chemicals operates
Next Deadline: May 31 (Quarterly Intake)
About NOVA Chemicals’ Community Investment
NOVA Chemicals invests in organizations and initiatives that align with its values and business strategy. The company seeks to be a catalyst for meaningful, measurable impact across the communities where it operates.
Applications are screened carefully to ensure alignment with eligibility guidelines. Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee funding, but it is the first step in the review process.
Core Funding Focus Areas
NOVA Chemicals supports initiatives advancing three primary focus areas:
🔬 Inspiring Tomorrow’s Innovators
STEM education, skilled trades, and programs preparing the future workforce.
🏘 Strong, Thriving Communities
Basic needs, safety, and health initiatives that strengthen local communities.
🌎 Environmental Stewardship
Programs promoting sustainability, conservation, and environmental responsibility.
Priority is given to organizations directly serving communities where NOVA Chemicals has operations.
Eligibility Requirements
Successful applicants are typically:
- Registered charitable or nonprofit organizations
- U.S. applicants must include a current W-9
- Serving an identified community need with broad stakeholder benefit
- Operating in communities where NOVA Chemicals has a presence
Strong applications clearly demonstrate:
- A defined need or gap
- Measurable outputs and outcomes
- Sound financial condition (financial statements or program budgets required)
Limit: One application per organization per fiscal year.
Funding Preferences
NOVA Chemicals prefers to:
- Directly fund programmatic initiatives with measurable outcomes
- Support community-impact programming rather than event sponsorships
- Fund initiatives for up to a three-year period (not longer)
Requests of $50,000 or more (signature investments) should be submitted at least six months prior to when funding is needed.
Limitations & Exclusions
NOVA Chemicals typically does not fund:
- Capital expenditures
- National or international initiatives
- United Way-funded programs supported through umbrella campaigns
- Fundraising events, auctions, or prize items
- Travel or accommodation expenses
- Recreational or sports initiatives
- Individuals or individual pursuits
- K-12 private schools
- Playground builds or upgrades
- School-affiliated extracurricular groups
- Political groups or candidates
- Advocacy organizations
- Film, television, or book productions
- Crowdfunding campaigns
- Organizations that discriminate or conflict with NOVA Chemicals’ values
Religious organizations may be considered only if programs benefit the broader community.
Application Timeline
NOVA Chemicals reviews applications quarterly. Intake deadlines are:
📅 February 28
📅 May 31
📅 August 31
📅 November 30
Applicants are typically notified within 90 days of submission.
Applications requiring immediate review are not guaranteed expedited consideration.
Application Process
- Applications are accepted online only.
- Ensure all required financial documentation is included.
- Confirm alignment with one of the three core focus areas before applying.
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.novachem.com/environmental-stewardship-and-social-impact/community-investment-before-you-apply/
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is well-suited for organizations that:
- Operate in NOVA Chemicals’ local communities
- Deliver measurable STEM, workforce, community health, or environmental outcomes
- Have strong financial documentation and defined impact metrics
- Seek program funding rather than event sponsorship
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Quarterly
Next Deadline: May 31
Best Suited For: STEM, workforce development, community health, and environmental nonprofits in NOVA Chemicals communities
Lead Time Tip: Submit large requests ($50K+) at least six months before funding is required
