Global Caring Month
The grant application window for 2025 Global Caring Month has closed, but your chance to make a difference is just beginning! Subscribe to our newsletter and be the first to know how you can participate in employee-led volunteer projects this September during Global Caring Month. Plus, you'll receive updates on opportunities to volunteer with our disaster relief partners and other exciting initiatives throughout the year!
As we celebrate 20 years of the Ford Volunteer Corps, Global Caring Month highlights Ford's legacy of caring and partnering with communities around the world to move people forward and upward.
Ford Philanthropy's annual Global Caring Month community service initiative, organized by the Ford Volunteer Corps, returns this September. Employees are encouraged to develop and lead volunteer projects addressing critical needs in Ford communities globally. Ford Philanthropy will provide grants of up to $10,000 USD to participating nonprofits to acquire necessary tools and supplies.
Since Global Caring Month began in 2006, Ford has engaged nearly 100,000 Ford employees who have used their skills, creativity, and energy on more than 2,000 community impact projects in 45+ countries.
Ready to turn your passion into action? Start planning your project now and check back here in February 2026 for information on how to apply for a 2026 Global Caring Month grant!
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Volunteer Project Themes
Applications will be considered for the following volunteer project themes:
Building Up and Rebuilding
- Disaster relief and recovery
- Repairing and renovating homes
- Cleaning up parks
- Tree planting
- Community gardens
Opportunity, Access and Equity
- Supporting the work of Global DEI’s Employee Resource Group’s nonprofit partners
- Making buildings or facilities more accessible
- Awareness and education sessions
- Creating equitable access to resources like transit, education and healthcare
- Supporting cultural enrichment projects
Economic Empowerment and Financial Education
- Skill-based training for entrepreneurs
- Access to technology or equipment through donation and education
Education
- School facility improvement
- Book donations and delivery
- Tutoring or mentorship
- STEM programs/camps
Health and Wellness
- Planting and harvesting or educating on fresh foods/nutrition
- Building or improving access to health facilities
Hunger Relief, Housing and Basic Needs
- Food preparation and distribution
- Clothing distribution
- Shelter creation, improvement or beautification
Mobility
Leaning into Ford’s expertise, mobility themes will be considered as well and may include:
- Addressing transportation access through technology
- Alternate transportation solutions (e.g., bicycles)
- Infrastructure improvements
Water Access and Hygiene
- Installation of sanitation equipment
- Assembling hygiene kits
- Building or installing water treatment/access equipment for communities
Youth and Senior Development
- Neighborhood transformation through beautification
- Safety programs for youth including pedestrian and driver safety
- Technology use training
- Youth/senior facility improvement
Past Volunteer Project Examples
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In Detroit, Michigan, United States, Kelsey Ruder, Sponsorship and Activation Marketing manager at Ford, planned four days of volunteering with Humble Design, a U.S.-based nonprofit that designs and furnishes home interiors for individuals, families, and veterans emerging from homelessness. A dozen Ford volunteers spent the day turning a house into a beautiful new home for a Navy veteran and her two daughters.
"I hope to make a lasting impact on the individuals and families we served through Humble Design. By providing them with a comfortable, fully furnished home, we can help them build stability and break the cycle of homelessness."
- Kelsey Ruder
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In Thailand, Chatree Nunkratoke, Tooling and Facilities Leader at the Ford Thailand Manufacturing (FMT) Plant in Rayong Province, collaborated with the SATI Foundation to utilize leftover solar cell power systems from the FTM plant. Thirty volunteers installed the solar cells in three schools near the plant. The project contributed to a reduction in power consumption expenses to allow the schools to allocate funds to other essential areas.
"The most meaningful part of this project to me is seeing Ford team members from various departments working together collaboratively; it shows unity. If you are considering volunteering, I would encourage you to explore projects that align with your interests and don’t be afraid to try new things."
- Chatree Nunkratoke
2025 Timeline
February 12-April 24
April 28-May 9
Week of May 12
Nominated projects informed of selection
Next steps provided to Ford employees and Nonprofits
June 2–August 15
September
Ready to put your passion to work?
