Matson Foundation Charitable Donations

From Matson Foundation

Matson, Inc. aims to enhance community welfare by supporting not-for-profit, charitable, and community organizations within the areas of their business operations. This support aims to improve the quality of life for communities where their employees live and work, reflecting a deep-seated corporate culture of community involvement and philanthropy.

Type of Support

Overview

Matson's charitable giving program focuses on providing financial assistance, material goods, and services to foster the development and operation of community organizations. The program spans a variety of causes, with specific areas of interest including maritime environment and ocean resource conservation; education and transportation careers training; human services, including community health and safety; culture and arts; and civic/community programs emphasizing volunteerism and local clean-ups. Besides cash donations, Matson also sponsors events or activities that benefit worthy causes, aligning with its tradition of positive community engagement and support.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
Australia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, New Zealand, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, USA, American Samoa, Guam
Program Location
Australia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Micronesia, Federated States Of, Nauru, New Zealand, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, AK, American Samoa, Guam, HI, CA (Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Los Angeles County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County), WA (Island County, Jefferson County, King County, Kitsap County, Pierce County, San Juan County, Skagit County, Snohomish County, Thurston County, Whatcom County)
Organization Type
Qualified charity
Non-profit community organization
Other
  • Generally, only one donation per calendar year to any non-profit organization

Ineligibility

Individuals
Political activities or organizations primarily influencing legislation
Endowment contributions
Organizations expecting automatic annual contributions
Sole fundee organizations (with rare exceptions)
Organizations located outside of the United States without: 1) No pending decisions by foreign governments or officials interested in the organization
2) Prior written approval from Matson, Inc.'s Chief Legal Officer or Controller.
not specified

Submission

Review Criteria

Our funding priority is directed towards organizations or initiatives that: are operational or are expected to operate within areas where Matson has notable involvement or foresees substantial engagement, or that offer opportunities to foster Matson’s business growth; receive active support from Matson staff members; demonstrate cost-efficiency and potential for sustainability; and possess defined strategies for achieving quantifiable outcomes.

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