Background on Dell’s Giving
Dell began giving locally, wanting to represent where the company was working and where Dell customers are. As Dell began growing globally, so did their span of giving. Dell now works and gives around the world. When deciding what types of projects should be their focus Dell examined themselves as a company and decided to stick to their roots, focusing on young people, the under-served and education initiatives. Dell looks to partner with projects utilizing technology to better their communities. Dell is a 1% company, meaning they give 1% of their annual pre-tax profits.
How Dell Gives
- Business-led donations
- Matched employee giving
- Strategic programs
Types of Projects Dell Works with
- Youth leadership
- Social innovation
- Pediatric cancer
- Disaster relief
How Dell Identifies Project Partnerships
- Through employee engagement and referral
- Reaching out to GlobalGiving to learn about possible project partnerships
- Call for proposals (only for US organizations)
What Makes an Organization Ready to Work with Dell?
- Open to employee engagement
- A respectable track record
- An innovative idea
- The ability to make a measurable impact
- Open to building a transparent relationship
Helpful Resources
- Dell’s Corporate Responsibility page
- See Dell’s Employee Engagement page to learn more about making your volunteer opportunities visible to Dell employees
Read the original article at Global Giving.
