Our Purpose
The VF Foundation supports non-profit organizations in driving movements for the betterment of people and the planet, including movements that define Worthy Work, embrace the fact that Outside Matters and empower diversity, equity and inclusion as we are Free to Be.
FY 2020
Impact Report
We strive to be purpose-led in everything we do. With our partners, we are innovating and problem-solving in collaborative ways to drive transformative, lasting change to create a more equitable and sustainable world. We’re proud to issue this report and share stories of meaningful impact across the communities where VF operates.
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Outside Matters
- Protecting Outside Spaces
- Increasing Participation & Access
- Championing Environmental Sustainability
Because nature humanizes us.
Worthy Work
- Closing the skills gap
- Restoring the value of the trades
- Championing education overall
Because work dignifies us.
Free to Be
- Encouraging pursuit of passions
- Fostering creativity
- Embracing inclusion & diversity via human empowerment and organizational development across our grantmaking priorities
Because our differences unite us.
Disaster Relief
- Humanitarian Relief and Recovery
Because helping others is a responsibility that we all share.
Eligibility & Limitations
Qualifying organizations must be recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Federal Tax Code (or international equivalent). The VF Foundation does not fund event sponsorships, capital campaigns or general operating support.
Grant Cycle Timeline
The VF Foundation makes decisions on grant requests annually according to the following schedule:
-Application Portal Open: February 1, 2022
-Submission Deadline: 11:59pm ET, February 28, 2022
-Decisions and Funding Made By: June 30, 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
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