Introduction to Avery Dennison Foundation
The Avery Dennison Foundation (ADF) is a global funder committed to building partnerships with nonprofit and non-governmental organizations in communities worldwide, particularly in areas of high need. ADF’s grantmaking aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), focusing on three major impact areas: education access, environmental sustainability, and secure livelihoods.
Impact Areas and Grant Criteria
ADF supports projects that create significant impact within their specified focus areas:
Education Access
ADF emphasizes increasing access to primary and secondary education among marginalized communities. The foundation prioritizes reducing barriers to education for underserved individuals, particularly women and girls. Their support extends to primary, secondary, post-secondary, and vocational programs. ADF aims to provide direct education opportunities to traditionally underserved populations due to race, gender, socioeconomic status, disability, or geography.
Environmental Sustainability
ADF is dedicated to improving environmental sustainability through climate resilience, mitigation, and adaptation. They promote educating community members about responsible environmental care, including energy and water conservation, waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable packaging. ADF also supports projects that enhance the ability of communities and ecosystems to adapt to and recover from the impacts of climate change, contributing to the social, environmental, and economic well-being of communities.
Secure Livelihoods
ADF focuses on increasing economic opportunities for marginalized populations through workforce development, entrepreneurship programs, vocational training, and job readiness. The foundation aims to improve the economic and financial stability of communities facing disparities due to gender, race, socioeconomic status, and disability. ADF also provides direct services to address female gender equality and equity, enhancing the quality of life for women in the workplace and reducing barriers to meaningful employment among marginalized communities.
Grant Application Process
ADF accepts grant requests year-round and makes funding decisions on a quarterly basis, with grants typically ranging from $50,000 to $100,000. Nearly 90% of supported projects are based outside the United States. For more information about recent grant awards, interested parties can view ADF’s CSR report.
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