At THE FLOWERS FOR DREAMS FOUNDATION, we are dedicated to supporting small and local charities in our communities. As a B Corporation, in partnership with FLOWERS FOR DREAMS LLC, we firmly believe in the power of business as a force for good. Together, we have donated over $1,000,000 to 200 charities since 2012, demonstrating our commitment to making a tangible impact on local causes.
The Flowers for Dreams Foundation focuses on seasonal Cause Cycles to direct its largest grants, specifically through its Core Fund. These grants are designed to support charities in metropolitan areas where Flowers for Dreams has a physical presence, such as Chicago, Detroit, and Milwaukee. The grants are typically unrestricted, but a report is required one year post-award to detail the grant's usage and its community impact. Additionally, the Foundation manages a Response Fund, aimed at tackling urgent social, environmental, and community issues as they arise, with recent examples including support for COVID-19 frontline efforts, combating voter suppression, and promoting gun control. Grant applications are accepted throughout the year on an ongoing basis.
Organizational Financial Threshold: The Foundation generally focuses its support on entities with yearly operational budgets under $10 million.