TDS Telecom – Community Involvement & Charitable Support

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Organization: TDS

About the Funder

TDS Telecom integrates community support into its corporate culture through its TDS Cares initiative, which drives volunteerism, sponsorships, financial support, and community engagement activities. Giving back is a core part of the company’s values, reflected in programs that focus on basic needs, STEM education, community recognition, and local nonprofit impact.

TDS also empowers employees through its Be Good Citizens program, which provides associates with paid time off specifically for volunteering with nonprofit organizations.

What This Program Supports

TDS Telecom’s community involvement supports nonprofits and community causes through various avenues:

Eligible Support Types

Financial donations and sponsorships
Hands-on volunteer engagement by TDS associates
In-kind support and event involvement
Community recognition programs (e.g., Hometown Hero, Most Valuable Educator)
Fundraising activities (including the annual TDS Open charity golf event)

These supports are often used to:

Address basic community needs, including food, shelter, and essential support services
Promote STEM education and digital inclusion
Recognize community leaders and volunteers
Enhance nonprofit capacity and visibility
Engage employees in meaningful service activities

Eligibility

Organizations that may benefit from TDS Telecom’s community support include:

501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
Community-based and charitable groups serving basic needs or educational initiatives
Local causes within TDS’s service footprint (31 states)

Organizations must typically:

Serve communities where TDS operates
Demonstrate clear alignment with TDS’s community support priorities (basic needs, STEM, volunteer engagement)
Engage in activities that benefit broad community groups

TDS considers sponsorship and donation requests based on alignment, community benefit, and available resources.

Funding Amounts

TDS Telecom does not publish fixed grant award amounts. Support varies based on:

Community needs and organizational impact
Scope and timing of the request
TDS’s annual philanthropy budget and program focus areas

Examples of recent initiatives include significant donations through fundraising events like the TDS Open and targeted volunteer-driven community giving campaigns.

Deadline

📅 TDS Telecom does not advertise a formal, fixed deadline for community support requests. Prospective applicants should submit requests early and follow any instructions on the sponsorship/donation form for timely consideration.

Geographic Focus

Support is prioritized for organizations and activities within the TDS Telecom service footprint, which spans multiple states across the U.S. Organizations outside this geographic area are typically not eligible.

Application / Request Process

To request support from TDS Telecom:

Visit the TDS Community Involvement page
Review the guidelines for sponsorships and donations
Complete and submit the Sponsorship/Donation Request Form
- Include information on community benefit, event details, and organizational mission
Await response (typically within 2–3 weeks) via email regarding eligibility and support decisions

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is ideal for organizations that:

Are registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits or community service groups
Focus on basic needs, STEM education, volunteer engagement, or community enrichment
Operate within TDS Telecom’s multi-state footprint
Seek meaningful partnerships that include financial support, volunteer involvement, and community recognition

TDS Telecom’s community programs are especially beneficial for nonprofits that value employee volunteer partnerships and multi-channel community involvement — combining both monetary support and hands-on engagement.

Apply here: Link to Application