Coca-Cola Foundation

The Coca-Cola Company, its global philanthropic arm, The Coca-Cola Foundation, and its regional foundations strive daily to be responsive to the citizenship priorities in the global communities where we live and work. Learn more about our regional foundations.

At The Coca-Cola Company, we recognize that we cannot have a healthy and growing business unless the communities we serve are healthy and sustainable. As a global beverage company, we have committed ourselves to improving the quality of life in the communities where we do business. Our community investment priorities reflect the global and local nature of our business and focuses on those global pillars where The Coca-Cola Company can make a unique and sustainable difference: water stewardship, active healthy living, community recycling, and education.

Community Support Application Guidelines  

Online Application

All requests for community support in the form of grants or sponsorships for consideration by The

Coca-Cola Company, The Coca-Cola Foundation or any of its affiliated regional foundations must be submitted through our online application system. Those proposals meeting specific guidelines, and further our strategic goals and objectives, will be considered for funding. Applications that are faxed or mailed will be returned to the organization with an invitation to apply through the online application.

  Each year, we receive thousands of proposals for a variety of initiatives, programs and events. While we are pleased that there are so many volunteers and organizations working to make a difference in our communities, we are focused on those initiatives that align with our overall community investment priorities. Find out what kinds of requests we do not generally support

If you are seeking support from The Coca-Cola Company or its affiliate foundations, please review the Frequently Asked Questions before beginning the application process and then respond to the Eligibility Questionnaire as a part of the application process.

What is the deadline to apply for community support?
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Coca-Cola Company and its affiliated foundations accept applications for contributions, fundraising dinners, and community sponsorships year-round.

Is there a dollar amount limitation for community support applications?
No. There is no dollar limitation.

Should I use the online application for product endorsements, advertising and other marketing related requests?
No, product endorsements, advertising and other marketing requests, including those that involve cause-marketing, should be directed to Ask Coca-Cola.

I would like to ask for a product donation, where do I go?
Requests for product donations should be submitted through Ask Coca-Cola. 

I need funding for production of a movie or documentary, where do I go?
Requests for this type of sponsorship should be submitted through Ask Coca-Cola.

Do you accept applications from fiscal agents?
No.  We do not accept applications submitted through fiscal agents.

Who do I contact for information about submitting an application?
Each week, we receive hundreds of inquiries and proposals for a variety of initiatives, programs and events. In order to review and respond in a timely basis, we use an online application to receive community requests for contributions, fundraising dinners, and community sponsorships. If we need additional information or have any questions, we will contact you directly.

To understand the type of initiatives funded by The Coca-Cola Company and its affiliated foundations, please refer to the Community Requests Guidelines & Application website page at www.cocacolacommunityrequest.com. After reviewing our guidelines and priority areas, you can complete the eligibility questionnaire for further guidance and to access our grant and sponsorship applications.

Do I need an invitation code to apply online?
No. Invitation codes are not required.  Leave this field blank if you don’t have one.

How do I know if my request was received?
Applicants will receive written confirmation via email when a completed application is received.

When should I expect to receive a response from my application submission?
On average, it takes approximately 60 days from the application submission date to receive a response.

What is the status of my application?
You will receive written confirmation when your completed application is received. If additional information is needed, you will be contacted directly. 

I faxed, mailed or emailed a letter of application to seek assistance from The Coca-Cola Company. Should I reapply?
We do not accept requests that are sent by fax, email or mail. All applications must be entered via the online application to be reviewed.

My question is not addressed here.  Who should I contact?
For all other questions, send an email to cocacolacommunityrequest@na.ko.com.

Moreinfo: http://www.coca-colacompany.com/our-company/community-requests-guidelines-application