Avery Dennison Foundation Grants: Funding Opportunities for Nonprofits Worldwide

The Avery Dennison Foundation is inviting nonprofit and NGO organizations around the world to apply for its ongoing grant program.

The Foundation supports projects that promote fair and inclusive development, especially those aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Priority is given to communities with the greatest needs, particularly in developing regions.

Applications are open all year, and funding decisions are made every quarter. Most funded projects take place outside the United States.

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Funding Amount

Grants typically range from $50,000 to $100,000. The Foundation looks for organizations with strong community impact and proven trust within the populations they serve.

Focus Areas

Funding is available in three main areas:

1. Education Access

Projects that improve access to education for underserved groups are encouraged. This includes increasing enrollment, reducing barriers, and supporting learning at all levels—especially for women and girls.

2. Environmental Sustainability

The Foundation supports initiatives focused on climate action and environmental protection. This includes projects on recycling, energy and water conservation, and helping communities adapt to climate change.

3. Secure Livelihoods

Programs that create economic opportunities are also funded. This includes job training, entrepreneurship support, and efforts that promote gender equality in the workplace.

Grant Principles

Funding decisions are guided by:

• High Need: Focus on underserved communities, often identified using data from the United Nations Development Programme.
• Trust-Based Approach: Building strong, long-term partnerships.
• Responsiveness: Supporting urgent needs like disaster relief.
• Proactive Support: Identifying impactful, community-driven solutions.

What Is Not Funded

The Foundation does not support:

• Events or fundraisers
• Discriminatory organizations
• Individual scholarships or travel grants
• For-profit businesses
• Religious or political activities
• Endowments

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How to Apply

1. Create a profile and complete the eligibility form online.
2. The Foundation reviews your submission.
3. If selected, you’ll be invited to submit a full proposal.
4. Applications are reviewed, and more details may be requested.
5. Final decisions are shared through the system.

All applicants receive a response.