WM Community Impact

Grant Opportunity: 2% for Social Good Description: The 2% for Social Good grant opportunity aims to positively impact 10 million people in communities across the USA by 2030. The grant program commits to using the equivalent of 2% of their net income to fund targeted social impact programs. The grant is open to organizations of all types, including nonprofits, startups, researchers, local governments, and small businesses. Causes Supported: 1. Environmental Stewardship: Priority consideration is given to organizations whose programs preserve and enhance renewable resources and empower environmental stewards. 2. Environmental Justice: Engagement with communities where the organization operates to understand their needs and address operational impacts for community thriving. 3. Sustainability Education: Programs that equip individuals with knowledge needed to enhance their communities through clean, resilient, and sustainable practices. 4. Workforce + Skills Development: Programs that provide individuals and teams with tools and training for economic development in communities. 5. Community Vitality: Programs that ensure safe and sustainable neighborhoods and communities for customers, employees, and stakeholders. 6. Supplier Diversity: Working towards targets that prioritize collective impact, collaboration, education, and ambitious sustainability initiatives. Eligibility: The grant supports 501(c)(3) or public organizations exclusively using donations for public purposes. Operating costs, capital campaigns, individuals, or foundations are typically not financially supported. To apply for a local charitable contribution from WM's grant program, interested organizations can submit their requests through the online application portal provided at the following link: [https://wm.versaic.com/login](https://wm.versaic.com/login)