Sony's company-wide philanthropic efforts reflect the diverse interests of our core businesses and focus on several distinct areas: arts education, arts and culture, health and human services, civic and community outreach, education, and volunteerism. Each operating company has its own philanthropic priorities and unique resources. While positive consideration is given to efforts that promote literacy and basic educational competency, the company also seeks to apply its financial, technological, and human resources to the encouragement of the creative, artistic, technical, and scientific skills required of tomorrow's workforce.
In the area of Education, Sony is responsive to grant-seekers and institutions who bring commitment and innovation to the task of strengthening education at the primary and secondary school levels, with consideration also given to selected higher education initiatives.
In the area of Health and Welfare, Sony continues to support local United Way activities as a primary means of funding health and social services.
In Minority Affairs, Sony continues its efforts to support institutions that promote equal opportunity, advancement, and recognition for groups in need.
The company continues to support a wide range of worthy activities, including a Matching Gifts Program that matches contributions made by full-time Sony employees to educational institutions, hospitals, and cultural organizations.
Grant Application Procedures
The company welcomes requests for support throughout the year within the guidelines and program areas set forth. We do not consider multi-year requests for support.
There is no grant application form. Requests must be submitted in writing and should include the following information:
A brief, written description of the organization on its official letterhead, including its legal name, history, activities, purpose, and proof of 501 C (3) status as an organization that is not a private foundation
History of previous support from Sony Corporation of America or any other Sony business unit
The amount being requested
A description of the purpose for which the grant is requested
Review and Evaluation of Grant Requests
Requests and supporting materials are carefully reviewed. If the request is within the Corporate Giving guidelines and program priorities, and available funds permit consideration of this request, the organization may be asked to provide more complete information before a decision is made.
Notification of grant request approval or rejection will be made in writing within one month of receipt of all proposed materials. We do not respond to telephone follow-ups. We appreciate your cooperation.
Since the company receives funding requests far in excess of its annual grants program budget, it must often decline support to worthy organizations and programs. Such a response does not reflect in any way a negative appraisal of the prospective organization or the value of its services.
Exclusions
Organizations that discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, religion, age, national origin, or sexual orientation
Partisan political organizations, committees, or candidates and public office holders
Religious organizations in support of their sacramental or theological functions
Labor unions
Endowment or capital campaigns of national origin
Organizations whose prime purpose is to influence legislation
Testimonial dinners in general
For-profit publications or organizations seeking advertisements or promotional support
Individuals seeking self-advancement
Foreign or non-U.S.-based organizations
Organizations whose mission is outside of the U.S.
