Bayer USA Foundation (California, Kansas, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas, & National)

 
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    CFDA#

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    Funder Type

    Corporate Foundation

    IT Classification

    B - Readily funds technology as part of an award

    Authority

    Bayer USA Foundation

    Summary

    The Bayer USA Foundation is an endowed 501(c)(3) entity with a programmatic focus on education and workforce development, and environment and sustainability. Its mission is to support programs that enhance the quality of life, provide unique and enriching opportunities that connect diverse groups and ensure preparedness for tomorrow's leaders — thereby, resulting in sustainable partnerships that continually improve communities in which Bayer employees live and work. 

    The Bayer USA Foundation is interested in receiving grant proposals that impact at least one of Bayer's major business communities and fall within one of the following giving areas:

    Education and Workforce Development

    • Hands-on, inquiry-based science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education programs
    • Initiatives that provide innovative solutions to encourage more female and minority students to pursue a career in STEM

    Environment and Sustainability

    • Environmental education opportunities for youth
    • Programs focusing on green building and energy-efficiency
    • Programs supporting issue-related work around sustainability

    Arts and Culture

    • The Foundation provides limited support for arts, culture and social service organizations in major Bayer site communities. Proposals should focus on education or advocacy initiatives aimed at youth or underserved populations.

    Geographic focus areas: Baytown/Houston, TX; Berkeley/Northern CA; Kansas City, MO; Northern NJ; Pittsburgh, PA; Raleigh-Durham, NC; Shawnee, KS. Note: Proposals from STEM education programs with a national focus will be entertained.

     

    History of Funding

    None is available.

    Additional Information

    The Foundation WILL NOT fund:
    • For-profit organizations or those without IRS code 501(c)(3) nonprofit, tax-exempt status
    • Organizations that discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation or national origin
    • General operating support for United Way affiliated agencies; only support for special projects will be considered
    • Organizations or programs designed to influence legislation or elect candidates to public office
    • General endowment funds
    • Deficit reduction or operating reserves
    • Religious organizations for religious purposes
    • Charitable dinners, events, sponsorships, conferences, seminars
    • Community or event advertising
    • Individuals
    • Primary or secondary schools
    • Unsolicited requests for fellowships or scholarships to colleges/universities
    • Research projects
    • Student trips or exchange programs
    • Athletic sponsorships or scholarships
    • Telephone solicitations
    • Organizations outside of the U.S.

    Contacts

    Bayer USA Foundation

    Bayer USA Foundation
    Corporate Communications
    100 Bayer Road
    Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9741
    (412) 777-2000
     

  • Eligibility Details

    The Bayer USA Foundation is interested in receiving grant proposals that impact at least one of Bayer’s major business communities. 
    Programs of National Scope
    • Must be a STEM education program with national reach/impact to be considered

    Bayer Crop-Science Regions

    • MO: Greater Kansas City Metropolitan Area
    • NC: Raleigh-Durham Area
    Bayer HealthCare Regions
    • CA: Berkeley/Northern California
    • KS: Shawnee Area
    • NJ: Northern New Jersey
    Bayer Material Science Regions
    • PA: Pittsburgh/Allegheny County Area
    • TX: Baytown/Houston Area

    Deadline Details

    No deadlines are specified. The foundation's board meets twice yearly to review proposals, typically in January and September. The Bayer USA Foundation proposal submission process is online. The Foundation does not accept paper submissions. An Eligibility Pre-Screening is required for all submissions to ensure that the program or project falls within the Foundation’s Giving Guidelines. Submissions that pass pre-screening will be reviewed, and grant seekers with proposals of interest will be contacted. Applicants will be asked to provide the following:

    • Organization Information
    • History of Organization (word limit = 150)
    • Organization Primary Contact Information
    • Submitter Contact Information
    • Fiscal Sponsor Information (if applicable)
    • Program/Project Executive Summary (word limit = 750)
    • Request Amount
    • Total Budget for the Program/Project
    • Program/Project Time frame
    • IRS 501(c)(3) Letter of Determination
    • W-9 Form
    • Program/Project Budget
    • Other Funding Sources

    Award Details

    Award amounts vary.

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