Harley-Davidson Foundation
/OVERVIEW: The Harley-Davidson Foundation supports education, health, neighborhoods and community vibrancy in Wisconsin.
FUNDING AREAS: Education, neighborhoods, health, community vibrancy
IP TAKE: Although this foundation has numerous geographic interests, it mostly prioritizes the Milwaukee area of Wisconsin for all areas of grantmaking.
PROFILE: Established in 1994, the Harley-Davidson Foundation (HDF) is a corporate foundation based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This is the company-sponsored foundation of the motorcycle company, Harley-Davidson, which dates back to 1903 and is one of the most-recognized brands in the world. The foundation aims to “improve the quality of life for all by targeting our charitable giving in the areas of greatest need where we have corporate and manufacturing facilities.” HDF funds local efforts for education, health, neighborhoods and community vibrancy.
The Harley-Davidson Foundation’s education grants are focused on STEAM education, access to healthcare for students and mentorship. Community vibrancy grants help Milwaukee communities flourish through cultural programming and also offer emergency relief after major disasters. HDF awards healthy and sustainable neighborhood grants that address access to healthy food, workforce development and economic empowerment. As a general rule, HDF does not support capital campaigns, conferences, political or religious causes, schools or community athletic events. In addition to grants, the funder also provides sponsorships and merchandise/in-kind donations for Milwaukee organizations.
Grants range between about $1,000 and $50,000. Learn more about this funder’s local giving by examining its recent tax records. Grantmaking focuses on communities’ where the company has facilities but especially Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Past local grantees include the Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast, GPS Education Partners and First Stage Milwaukee.
This foundation accepts unsolicited grant applications from nonprofits. HDF reviews new applications on a quarterly basis with review dates of December 31, March 31, June 30 and September 30. HDF uses an online grants application system. Direct general questions to the staff at FoundationApplications@harley-davidson.com or 414-343-4680.
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