The J.M. Smucker Company strongly believes in contributing to the well-being of our communities, with a majority of our cause-related efforts benefitting communities where we have offices and manufacturing facilities. Please be aware that we receive numerous requests from many worthwhile organizations. We regret that we are unable to support every request we receive.
Criteria for donation requests (must meet all):
- The organization is a registered IRS-qualified, 501(c)(3) designation (or Canadian equivalent)
- Is in support of an organization or initiative that is geographically located near one of our offices or manufacturing facilities
- Helps us act on Our Purpose and strategic Giving Pillars
- We require 60-90 days’ notice in order to review and, if approved, process the request
Ineligible donation requests include:
- Organizations that do not have 501(c)(3) status (or Canadian equivalent)
- For individual support (e.g., fellowships, stipends, benefits, travel, personal assistance)
- For-profit organizations
- Religious and faith-based organizations and programming
- Political campaigns and related organizations
- Medical research and equipment
- Books, films, and video sponsorship and/or production
- Sports teams, athletic sponsorships, and sporting events, including related organizations (e.g., cheerleading, band, PTO) that are raising funds for the benefit of that organization