Giving Philosophy
We are committed to giving back to the communities where our customers, employees
and shareholders live and work – locally, regionally and nationally.
Our community focus at George Weston Limited and Weston Foods concentrates on helping Canadian
children to become more healthy and active. We donate to charitable organizations across Canada that
are working to increase access to high-quality recreational activities for children in Kindergarten
to Grade 8 and those that teach them about healthy nutrition.
Funding is available for programs that meet our criteria, and that are offered for the majority of
the year (either during the school year or summer).
We consider:
- Projects, programs and organizations that align with our areas of focus
- Organizations that are federally registered charities with the Canadian Customs and Revenue Agency
- Projects or programs that take place in communities where Weston Foods operates
- Charitable organizations that provide direct community service
We do not fund:
- Individual pursuits
- Third-party organizations raising funds for charity
- Religious organizations, except if an organization offers a secular activity open to those of all faiths, such as a shelter or a group
program, or is engaged in a significant project benefiting the entire community
- Political or advocacy groups, private schools, pre-schools, elementary and high schools
- Endowment or capital campaigns
- Conferences, seminars, events or golf tournaments
- Charitable groups that are not registered with and approved by the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency
- Groups that operate outside of Canada
- Travel-related events, including student trips or tours
- Sports teams or leagues
- Fundraising activities, including sponsorship of tables, contests, door prizes, raffles, auctions and advertising