WM – Community Impact Support | Grants, Sponsorships & In-Kind Services for Environmental & Community Programs

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Organization: Waste Management

About the Funder

WM supports communities across North America through investments that advance environmental sustainability, community well-being, and local resilience. Their giving centers on environmental education, recycling, community revitalization, and sustainability-focused partnerships. WM also provides financial support, sponsorships, and in-kind services to help nonprofits strengthen neighborhoods and promote a cleaner, healthier environment.

WM’s social impact work focuses on:

Environmental impact & sustainability
Recycling education and waste reduction
Community revitalization and beautification
Local nonprofit support & employee engagement

What This Program Funds

WM provides grants, sponsorships, and in-kind support for community-based organizations. Typical support includes:

Funding for environmental education programs
Sponsorship of community events
Support for recycling initiatives
Waste & recycling services for volunteer events
Beautification, cleanups, and community revitalization programs
Youth and school-based sustainability education

Typical supported activities:

Community cleanups and waste reduction events
Environmental stewardship & conservation projects
Recycling awareness campaigns
School sustainability programs
Local festivals, volunteer days, and neighborhood projects
Community resilience or green infrastructure efforts

Note: Support varies by region and local WM facility capacity.

Eligibility

Eligible organizations typically include:

501(c)(3) nonprofits
Schools and educational institutions
Municipalities and community organizations
Environmental and sustainability-focused nonprofits

To qualify, applicants should:

Operate programs that benefit the community
Demonstrate measurable environmental or social impact
Align with WM’s priorities in sustainability, recycling, and community well-being

WM generally does not support:

Political or partisan events
Individual requests
For-profit activities
Organizations lacking a clear community benefit

Funding Amounts

WM does not publish fixed grant amounts.

Support varies depending on:

Program scale and community reach
Environmental or sustainability impact
Alignment with regional priorities
Availability of local WM resources or services

Both financial and in-kind support may be offered.

Deadline

Applications are typically accepted year-round, depending on region.
Earlier requests increase approval likelihood—especially for event support.

Geographic Focus

WM supports organizations within communities they serve, including:

The United States
Canada

Projects must take place near WM service areas or facilities.

Application Process

To request WM support:

Visit the WM Community Impact page
Review giving priorities and local focus areas
Submit a request through WM’s Community Impact / Sponsorship application portal, providing:
- Organization information
- Program purpose
- Community impact
- Requested funding or in-kind services
Applications are reviewed by WM regional teams
Approved organizations coordinate details with local WM representatives