Corporate Sponsorship
and Charitable Giving Program
Philosophy
Wabash National is committed to fulfilling its role as a responsible corporate citizen through support of various charitable, educational and community organizations.
Wabash National provides support in a planned and balanced manner for community related charitable projects, programs and events designed to improve the quality of life, primarily in areas where Wabash National associates live and work.
Assistance is normally provided in four general areas: Education; Safety, Health and Human Services; Environmental; and Civic, Cultural and Public Affairs.
Education: Recognizing the importance of education, support may be provided to those activities which promote continued learning, improve participation, increase awareness of educational opportunities and emphasize the importance of education.
Safety, Health and Human Services: Financial support generally focuses on areas that promote safe and healthy communities. This includes violence and injury prevention, promoting healthy lifestyles, providing basic needs for children and families, and youth program sponsorship.
Environmental: Protecting the environment is important to Wabash National and its associates. The company is dedicated to protecting the environment and supporting organizations whose objectives, goals and activities are aligned with our principles.
Civic, Cultural and Public Affairs: Wabash provides assistance to organizations that promote the arts, recognize cultural diversity and emphasize social programs.
Requests for Assistance
Sponsorships and donations are made on a discretionary basis to qualified charities that have a well-defined sense of purpose, a demonstrated commitment to maximizing resources, and a reputation for meeting objectives and delivering quality programs and services.
All requests are accepted and reviewed on an on-going basis throughout the year.
The following information, if applicable, should be provided as part of the request:
- Legal name of organization, address and contact person;
- Organization's purpose and mission statement;
- Federal taxpayer number and verification of IRS 501 (c)(3) status;
- Purpose and description of project or event, including goals, objectives and amount requested;
- Communications strategy and recognition of WNC's support; and,
- Other organizations to which you are submitting requests, including all potential sources of funding.
In addition to the above, requests will be evaluated on the following information:
- Demonstrates a clear purpose and well defined need in one of the four general areas listed on page one;
- Overview of the organization's positive impact in the community and how needed services are effectively and efficiently provided;
- Clearly details the organization's ability to achieve the stated objective; and,
- Highlights the benefits to the community.
To aid in the review process, additional information may be requested.
Limitations on Giving
Wabash does not support organizations that discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or religion. In addition, contributions generally are not provided to or for:
- Organizations that do not have tax-exempt status;
- Individuals for event participation or personal needs;
- Labor, Fraternal or Religious organizations;
- Beauty or talent related events;
- Political parties, politicians or organizations with a political agenda;
- Publication, production or distribution of books, movies, videos, or other audio-visual materials;
- Programs or events that are outside the United States;
- Endowment funds or grant-making foundations;
- Loans or Travel;
- Individual sports teams (non-associate teams);
Organizations and their programs, projects, members or events must not pose a conflict with Wabash National's mission, goals, values, programs, products or policies.
Wabash National's Application Procedure
Organizations should fully complete the Charitable Contribution Request Form. Organizations are encouraged to include all relevant information with the application. Inquires and applications should be directed to:
Wabash National Corporation
Human Resources - Corporate Charities and Sponsorships
PO Box 6129
Lafayette, Indiana 47903
E-mails may be submitted to communityservice@wabashnational.com. No phone calls, please.
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