Grundfos Foundation

Mission

The main purpose of the Grundfos Foundation is to ensure and support healthy economic growth and development of the Grundfos Group. The Foundation fulfils its main purpose through exercising active ownership towards the Grundfos Group.

Geographic Focus

Global, with a focus on Denmark

Programme Areas

Philanthropy

The Foundation runs its philanthropic business through donations to areas that are in harmony with the will and principles of the founder; contribute positively to the sustainable development of Grundfos and the surrounding community; contribute to the pride of Grundfos’ employeesaffect society and strengthen relationships that support Grundfos’ work; maintain the Foundation and Grundfos as socio-bearing entities.

The Foundation’s donations are given primarily in three areas:

• Research and Learning: The Foundation supports selected research environments, especially within natural and technical science and initiatives that inspire children and young people to explore science and technology
• Water and Sustainable Development: The Foundation strives to provide access to affordable drinking water and sanitation for the world’s poorest. The aim is to contribute to reducing global inequality.
• Inclusion and Community Engagement: The Foundation focuses on the Central Jutland Region and the municipalities that are close to Grundfos’ home in Bjerringbro and supports Grundfos companies all over the world building local partnerships with organisations, institutions and associations. Grants from the Foundation must first and foremost benefit the intended beneficiaries.

A project may very well cover several areas. For example, it is desirable that follow-up research be linked to projects within water and social inclusion. Likewise, initiatives in the field of water also contribute to social inclusion – in the form of, for example, local workplaces and improved communities.

The Foundation not only supports fully designed projects, but also concept development, studies, project and product development.