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    Funder Type

    Corporate Foundation

    IT Classification

    C - Funds little to no technology

    Authority

    Valero Energy Foundation

    Summary

    The Valero Energy Foundation works to improve the lives of those who live in or near the communities where Valero has major operations, funding nonprofit agencies that serve predominantly disadvantaged children and families within four pillars:
    • Basic Needs: In 2015, the Valero Energy Foundation provided approximately $3 million in assistance to agencies that provide basic needs of life to disadvantaged children and families, including shelter, food and clothing necessary for the development of a strong community and for individual self-sufficiency. Support for emergency shelters, children's homes and area food banks are just a few examples of this support.
    • Education: Valero is a strong advocate of education and contributes to programs, agencies or organizations that share the same focus. In 2015, the foundation provided nearly $4 million in support to education-related programs throughout the U.S. The company additionally supports mentoring programs, school-supply and uniform drives and Career Days” at area schools; provides internships for various degree programs; and is title sponsor of the Valero Alamo Bowl, which has awarded approximately $2.1 million in scholarships.
    • Health care: In 2015, the foundation provided about $3.6 million in support to various health-care providers and health-related programs and services. Major gifts include support of various children's hospitals as well as university medical centers for research to discover cures for Alzheimer's, Multiple Sclerosis and cancer.
    • Civic/Arts and Culture: Valero believes in improving the quality of life for all in the communities where it has major operations. Through its support of civic programs and the arts, Valero and the Valero Energy Foundation provided nearly $2 million in support of quality arts programs, including partnerships with art, history and children's museums, as well as digital media in schools.
     

    History of Funding

    In 2016, Valero, its employees and charitable organizations generated more than $41 million for worthy charities or causes, through direct donations or fundraising.

    Additional Information

    Ineligible activities include: 
    • Individual churches, mosques, synagogues or other houses of worship or related ecumenical groups. Programs such as soup kitchens, shelters for the homeless or job banks sponsored by or located within a faith-based or religious organization's facilities may be eligible for contributions if it is determined that the program does not require beneficiaries to learn about, adhere to, or convert to the organization's doctrine.
    • Individual schools and/or clubs and organizations within schools. (Funding considered on a district level or through a foundation)
    • Donations to individuals or groups not associated with a 501(c)(3) nonprofit designation
    • Books, films, audio, video, documentaries or other media productions
    • Athletic or sports teams

    Contacts

    Sylvia Rodriguez

    Sylvia Rodriguez
    1 Valero Way, P.O. Box 696000
    San Antonio, TX 78269
    (210) 345-2000
     

  • Eligibility Details

    Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofit agencies benefiting communities in or near where Valero has major operations.  In the US, those areas include headquarters in San Antonio, TX and Payment Service Centers in Amarillo, TX. 

    Deadline Details

    Valero has made a decision to temporarily suspend receipt of all incoming funding requests until further notice. They are closely monitoring all essential services and emerging needs surrounding COVID-19.

    Award Details

    Individual awards vary based on program area.  

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