Welcome
An introduction to the Foundation from
Jerry & Ben
Welcome to our new website and online application process. We hope this site tells you everything you need to know about our work and provides an easy way to apply for grants. We appreciate the good work you do to make the world a better place and wish we could support all the amazing projects we hear about. Please read through our program descriptions thoroughly to determine whether or not your organization is a good fit for our mission and funding priorities. Good luck and do not hesitate to contact us at info@benandjerrysfoundation.org if you have any questions or feedback about the site.
The Mission of the Ben & Jerry’s Foundation is to engage Ben & Jerry’s employees in philanthropy and social change work; to give back to our Vermont communities; and to support grassroots progressive social change organizations around the country.
Our interests are in furthering social justice, protecting the environment and supporting sustainable food systems.
Our philanthropy is led by Ben & Jerry’s employees who serve on committees that review grants.
Giving back to our Vermont communities happens primarily through the small grants programs and the community service projects of the Community Action Teams at the company’s three Vermont sites.