Community Impact
Focused on making a difference, we strive to be good corporate citizens by making communities safer, stronger and more sustainable.
Charitable Giving
We work with local leaders, organizations and partners on initiatives that support meaningful community engagement.
Environmental Stewardship
With a commitment to sustainability, we give priority consideration to organizations whose programs preserve and/or enhance renewable resources and empower environmental stewards.
Environmental Justice
By engaging with people in the communities where we operate, we can understand their needs and address operational impacts to help those communities thrive. Learn more about Environmental Justice in the WM Sustainability Hub.
Sustainability Education
We’re committed to equipping individuals with knowledge needed to enhance their communities through programs that support clean, resilient and sustainable place to live.
Workforce + Skills Development
We strive to give individuals the tools and training they need to excel while empowering employees to take care of our customers, neighbors and their environment via programs that prioritize economic mobility. Learn more about ways we help individuals develop.
Community Vitality
When we ensure that our neighborhoods and communities are safe and sustainable, we provide the best living environment for customers, employees and stakeholders.
Supplier Diversity
We address inequity and economic development for underserved groups by working towards targets that prioritize collective impact, collaboration, education, and achieving ambitious sustainability initiatives. Learn more about our Supplier Diversity efforts here.
We support 501(c)(3) or public organizations who exclusively use donations for public purposes.
We typically do not financially support operating costs, capital campaigns, individuals or foundations.
Apply for a charitable contribution
If you would like to submit a contribution request, please visit our online Charitable Donations submission system
All requests will be reviewed by WM team members in your community whose teams will allocate funds accordingly.