Quick Summary
Name: BP Foundation Inc Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $8.3 million (2024) |
| Grant Range | Not publicly disclosed |
| Average Grant | Not publicly disclosed |
| Application Method | Invitation Only / No Public Process |
Contact Details
- Address: 501 Westlake Park Blvd, Houston, TX 77079-2604
- Website: bp.com/en_us/united-states/home/community/bp-foundation.html
- Important: Does not accept unsolicited proposals
Geographic Focus
- Primary focus: United States (over 70% of contributions go to US charities)
- Also supports: International projects globally, particularly in areas where BP has significant business presence
- Focus on communities where needs are greatest
Funding Priorities
- STEM Education: Science, technology, engineering, and math education programs
- Economic Development: Enterprise development, job training, and sustainable community projects
- Environment: Projects that further understanding of global environmental issues
- Disaster Relief: Humanitarian relief efforts in areas of need and where BP has significant local employee presence
- Employee Matching: Matching gifts program (delivered over $6.5 million in matching gifts in 2023)
- Focus on economically disadvantaged and low-income populations
What They Don't Fund
- Unsolicited proposals (works only with pre-selected charitable organizations)
- No public information on specific exclusions
Application Method
No public application process available. The BP Foundation only makes contributions to pre-selected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. The foundation operates through established partnerships and internal nomination processes, including employee matching programs.
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