|
|
Nordson Home  Corporate Nordson in the Community Nordson Corporation Foundation
|
| |
|
The Nordson Corporation Foundation
|
Table of Contents
Mission
The Nordson Corporation Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life in our communities by improving educational outcomes that enable individuals to become self-sufficient, active participants in the community.
Values/Rationale
In the spirit of our corporate founders, the Nordson Corporation Foundation continues to operate on the belief that business, as a corporate citizen, has a social responsibility to share its success with the communities where it operates and draws employees.
The Foundation is dedicated to improving our communities by supporting the continuum of education from birth to adulthood in the belief that education is the key for individuals to become self-sufficient, productive members of society.
To prepare individuals for economic independence, a variety of quality educational experiences are necessary. To be successful today, individuals not only need to master the basics, “reading, writing and arithmetic”, they must also know how to think critically and creatively. Strengthening the community’s human capital – through quality education – is crucial.
The Foundation offers support to non-profit organizations that cultivate educational curriculum and experiences that foster self-sufficiency, job readiness and goals to aspire to higher education. The Foundation is well aware of the fact that for non-profit organizations to remain viable they must receive operating support. With this in mind, Nordson Corporation Foundation does invest in general operating support.
As stewards of the Foundation assets, the directors feel strongly that the organizations that are supported by the Foundation be able to measure the effectiveness of their mission and programs. Quantitative and/or qualitative data allows for the Foundation to ensure that the organizations it supports are bringing about the desired outcomes in our communities.
Goals
The goals of the Nordson Corporation Foundation are to insure that:
- All children have access to and receive quality educational experiences from early childhood
- All individuals have the opportunity to be self-sufficient members of society
- There is a continuum of quality educational opportunities
- Our communities are strengthened by the organizations we fund whether their focus is education, human welfare, civic or arts and culture
Funding Strategy
Through its grant-making, the Foundation supports organizations that directly or indirectly seek to maximize success before, during and beyond the traditional classroom years.
- Early Childhood Care and Education
- Maximizing Student Success
- Access to quality educational opportunities
- Innovative programs
- Partnerships/collaborations with school districts
- Funding gaps not covered by public monies
- Augmenting core curriculum
- Exposure to programs that expand on traditional education
- Workforce Preparation
- Initial preparation for the world of work
- Retraining for the new job market
- Strengthening our communities
Grants will be reviewed and considered on the basis of their enrichment to the communities where our employees live and work.
Organizations and programs receiving grants will be expected to identify relevant, measurable outcomes to demonstrate the effectiveness of their programs.
Nordson Corporation Foundation does not fund:
- Individuals
- Health/Medical
- Loans
- Endowments
- Membership Drives
- Travel
- For profits
Leaders in Nordson Philanthropy
Walter G. Nord believed that if a person made a good living, then it was their responsibility to give something back to those less fortunate and to the community where they reside. His vision, and that of his wife, Virginia, created what has become The Nordson Corporation Foundation.
Eric Nord, along with his brother , institutionalized the Foundation by writing it into the charter of Nordson Corporation with a generous commitment of 5 percent of pretax domestic profit directed to the community. The philanthropic spirit of Eric and his wife, Jane, has launched many community endeavors throughout Lorain County communities and Northeast Ohio.
Evan Nord and his wife, Cindy, exemplified philanthropy in action. Their giving spirit ignited the creation and proliferation of such organizations as The Oberlin Historical and Improvement Organization (O.H.I.O.), The Oberlin Early Childhood Center and Common Ground. The Nordson Depot has been a free resource for the community for many years, thanks to Evan's creativity and commitment.
James (Jim) Doughman worked for many years as Nordson's representative in the community. Affectionately called "Mr. Nordson," Jim was known for making people feel welcome and part of any activity in which he was involved. He worked tirelessly to shepherd new nonprofits, like Cityview Neighborhood Center, and to strengthen the United Way organization in Lorain County.
Constance T. Haqq became the first executive director of The Nordson Corporation Foundation. The creation of her position brought all of Nordson philanthropic activities under one umbrella.
William (Bill) P. Madar created the structure of the Foundation that exists today. His vision enabled decision making to extend outside the director's realm to include Nordson employees in all domestic locations. The Time 'n Talent employee volunteer program and the Partners in Education program were initiated under his leadership. Bill's diligent service as a board member for many nonprofit organizations and his vision helped create The Center for Leadership in Education.
Edward P. Campbell is the current president of The Nordson Corporation Foundation. As such, it will be under his guidance that the Foundation will position itself for the future. Ed's commitment to good philanthropic stewardship will ensure that Nordson will be assisting worthwhile community projects for years to come.
^top
About The Foundation
The Nordson Corporation Foundation consolidates philanthropic resources dedicated by Nordson Corporation to address community needs. The Nordson Corporation Foundation operates on the belief that business, as a corporate citizen, has a social responsibility to share its success with the communities where it operates and draws employees. Since 1989, the Foundation has awarded nearly $22 million in grants.
During 2004, The Nordson Corporation Foundation extended 109 grants totaling $727,305. For a listing of organizations that received grants from The Nordson Corporation Foundation, please refer to the Grant List.
Foundation Directors
Edward P. Campbell
Beverly J. Coen
John J. Keane
Doug Bloomfield
Shelly Peet
Greg Thaxton
^top
Foundation Staff Members
Kathy Ladiner, Program Assistant
Maggie McElhannon, Program Officer / Atlanta
Ray McHenry, Human Resource Manager / Asymtek
Janet Moy, Director Human Resources / EFD, Inc.
Cecilia H. Render, Nordson Corporation Foundation Director
Eddie Williams, Community Relations Manager / Ohio
Jennifer Kuhn, TAH Industries
^top
Giving Strategies
The geographic areas in which Nordson has major facilities determine the Foundation's giving priorities. These include Lorain county in Ohio; Greater Atlanta, Dawsonville and Swainsboro in Georgia; San Diego County, California; and East Providence, Rhode Island. Additionally, the Foundation provided support to Monterey, California between 1994 and 2001.
Within these geographic areas, granting priorities are driven by community needs. Although needs change quickly, our vision is long term. We pursue and support results-oriented opportunities that prepare individuals for full and equal participation in the economic and social mainstream. We believe these kinds of programs help improve the quality of life over the long term and produce stronger, more enlightened communities in which we live and work. We strive to fulfill these responsibilities in our communities through contributions to charitable activities in four major giving categories: education, human welfare, civic affairs and arts and culture with a focus on education.
Areas of Interest
The Foundation allocates resources in four broad categories. These are, in order of priority: education, human welfare, arts and culture, and civic.
Education
- Provide equal access to quality education so individuals can achieve their full potential
- Broad-based school reform
- Encourage innovative educational methods at the preschool through college levels
- Provide opportunities for disadvantaged students
Human Welfare
- Promote prevention and lifestyle maintenance programs and activities
- Promote crisis intervention
- Promote life transition opportunities
- Promote systemic and/or policy change
Arts and Culture
- Actively seek to broaden the audience bases in Nordson communities
- Support the visual and performing arts
- Provide educational enrichment for students
- Motivation for at-risk youth
- Provide access to the arts for special needs audiences
- Promote greater understanding among people via the arts
Civic
- Work to improve the physical or economic environment
- Provide cultural or historical preservation
- Strive to inform citizens and increase their participation in community improvement
^top
Who Is Eligible?
The Nordson Corporation Foundation makes grants only to tax-exempt organizations, as defined in Section 501(c) 3 of the Internal Revenue Code, based in geographic areas where Nordson facilities and employees are located -- Lorain County in Ohio; Greater Atlanta Georgia; San Diego County in California; Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. Generally, the Foundation makes grants directly to the recipient organization and does not participate in fundraising activities.
^top
General Limitations
The Nordson Corporation Foundation does not provide funding for:
- Organizations whose services are not provided within the Foundation's geographic areas of interest
- Direct grants or scholarships to individuals
- Organizations not eligible for tax-deductible support
- Organizations not exempt under Section 501(c) 3 of the Internal Revenue Code
- Political causes, candidates, organizations or campaigns
- Organizations which discriminate on the basis of race, sex or religion
^top
How Funds Are Allocated
The Foundation board of directors determines how funds are allocated based on written grant applications submitted by the applicants. The directors meet four times a year -- usually in February, April, July and October -- to allocate funds.
^top
How To Apply For A Grant
All request to The Nordson Corporation Foundation must be completed on the Foundation's application form to be considered for a grant. You can access a copy of the application here (application form  , Acrobat Reader required), or you may also contact a Foundation staff person for a copy of the form.
All grant applications must be typed or reproduced into a Word document and mailed to the Foundation staff person in your geographic area. Applications must include a current 501(c)3 status letter and a list of the organization's officers and directors with their affiliations. An audited financial report and an annual report may be included, as well as any other relevant paperwork.
Deadlines for submitting an application are:
- Ohio - February 15, May 15, August 15 and November 15
- Georgia - August 15, May 15 and November 15
- California - May 15
- Rhode Island - August 15
- New Jersey - August 15
Organizations may contact the Foundation staff member who represents their geographic area before submitting an application to determine if the grant request falls within the Foundation's priorities.
Ohio (Lorain county)
The Nordson Corporation Foundation
28601 Clemens Road
Westlake, Ohio 44145
(440) 892-1580
E-mail: kladiner@nordson.com
Georgia (Greater Atlanta)
Nordson Corporation
11475 Lakefield Drive
Duluth, Georgia 30097
(770) 497-3672
E-mail: mmcelhannon@nordson.com
California (San Diego County)
Asymtek
2762 Loker Avenue West
Carlsbad, California 92008-6603
(760) 930-7258
E-mail: rmchenry@asymtek.com
Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts
EFD, Inc.
977 Waterman Avenue
E. Providence, Rhode Island 02914-1378
(401) 434-1680
E-mail: jmoy@efd-inc.com
New Jersey
TAH Industries
8 Applegate Drive
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
(609) 259-9222
E-mail: jkuhn@tah.com
^top
Application Form
The Nordson Corporation Foundation Application For Grant
Download Application Form , (Acrobat Reader required)
OR
fill out our On-Line Application.
Nordson Corporation Foundation Grants
Annual Report
Grant Recipients, (Acrobat Reader required)
^top
|
|
|
|