Whirlpool Corporation – Corporate Giving Program
Charitable Contributions Supporting Housing Stability, Community Resilience & Basic Needs
Whirlpool Corporation provides charitable support to nonprofit organizations whose work aligns with the company’s commitment to improving life at home and strengthening communities where Whirlpool operates. Corporate giving is focused on initiatives that create meaningful, sustainable impact for individuals and families.
Organization: Whirlpool Corporation
Support Type: Charitable contributions (corporate giving)
Geographic Focus: Communities where Whirlpool Corporation operates globally, with strong emphasis on U.S. locations
About the Funder
Whirlpool Corporation is a leading global home appliance company with a long-standing commitment to social responsibility. Through corporate giving, Whirlpool partners with nonprofit organizations to address critical community needs and support long-term resilience, particularly in communities connected to its operations and workforce.
What This Program Supports
Whirlpool Corporation’s corporate giving priorities generally include initiatives focused on:
- Housing stability and safe living environments
- Disaster relief and recovery
- Hunger relief and access to basic needs
- Education and workforce readiness
- Community resilience and family well-being
Support is intended for programs that demonstrate clear community benefit and alignment with Whirlpool’s values.
Eligibility & Preferences
To be considered for support, organizations should:
- Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or international equivalent
- Serve communities where Whirlpool Corporation has operations or employees
- Demonstrate strong alignment with Whirlpool’s corporate giving priorities
- Show measurable impact and effective use of funds
Priority is often given to organizations with a direct geographic or employee connection to Whirlpool.
Ineligible Requests
Whirlpool Corporation generally does not support:
- Donations to individuals
- Political campaigns, candidates, or lobbying activities
- Requests that primarily benefit private or commercial interests
- Activities not aligned with Whirlpool’s corporate giving priorities
Funding Amounts
💰 Contribution Size: Whirlpool Corporation does not publish standard award amounts
Funding levels vary based on:
- Program scope and impact
- Geographic relevance
- Alignment with corporate priorities
- Available corporate giving resources
Timeline & Review
📅 Application Timeline: Rolling
📅 Review Process: Requests reviewed periodically throughout the year
Applicants are encouraged to submit requests well in advance of funding needs or event dates.
Application / Request Process
Organizations must review Whirlpool’s corporate giving guidelines before submitting a request.
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.whirlpoolcorp.com/corporate-giving-guidelines.html
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:
- Address housing, hunger, disaster response, or family stability
- Operate in communities connected to Whirlpool facilities or employees
- Are seeking corporate charitable support rather than formal foundation grants
- Can demonstrate tangible, community-level impact
Whirlpool Corporation’s Corporate Giving Program is best suited for nonprofits advancing resilient communities and improving quality of life where people live and work.