Funding Opportunities from Honda and the Honda USA Foundation

Honda corporate and the Honda USA Foundation provide funding to nonprofit organizations and schools to support high impact programs that align with our Pillar Awards. 

Year-over-year certain Pillar Awards may not always be open for funding, are subject to change, and in some cases, Honda may extend invitation-only opportunities to select community partners.  

The pillar award opportunities and application for Honda’s 2026-2027 Funding Cycle are now available.  

Key Information

• Application window: October 1 – October 31, 2025

  • Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time) on October 31, 2025 

• Decision Notification: Spring 2026 

• Request Range: $25,000 - $100,000 

• Number of Applications: There is a limit of 2 applications per organization for programmatic support across all available pillar awards. However, the applications cannot be for the same program.

 As Honda strives to cultivate a future-ready workforce, we are seeking to support hands-on programs that provide manufacturing industry-relevant workforce pipeline initiatives focused on design, software/data analytics and artificial intelligence/machine learning/automation. 

Our overarching goal is to inspire the next generation, fostering a resilient and innovative workforce that will drive our future success and contribute to economic prosperity within our communities where we live and work. 

Only programs that strengthen the manufacturing workforce pipeline by preparing individuals for current operations and future innovations will be considered. Priority will be given to programs that: 

• Train for manufacturing roles such as machine operators, equipment technicians, and maintenance specialists - supporting immediate and future production needs. 

• Develop technical skills in mechanical/electrical design, systems optimization, and data analytics - applicable to today’s operations and foundational for future technologies. 

• Introduce automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance current systems while building readiness for evolving manufacturing environments. 

Honda is working to reduce our environmental impact, which is central to our sustainability vision. Our approach focuses on three key areas: decarbonizing our products and operations, using clean energy, and using natural resources efficiently. Through education, awareness, and infrastructure programs, we are seeking to support programs within our communities that share our mission to protect the health of our planet. 

Only programs that directly address the following key focus areas will be considered: 

• Decarbonization (e.g., energy efficiency and/or upgrades, reforestation/tree planting, greenspace) 

• Clean Energy (e.g., onsite solar and/or wind installation) 

• Efficient Use of Natural Resources (e.g., changing to and using more sustainable materials, recycling, repurposing, composting, food recovery, water intake reduction, zero waste) 

The Honda USA Foundation envisions a world where each person is empowered to dream and fulfill their own life’s potential. We seek to fund programs that remove barriers and expand access and opportunities for individuals with disabilities, ensuring that the joy and freedom of mobility can be experienced by all. 

Applications for education, awareness, and infrastructure programs may include:  

• Therapeutic or adaptive programs 

• Comprehensive care programs 

• Mobility modifications, accommodations, and assistive technology 

As a company deeply rooted in the communities we serve, Honda is proud to sponsor community events that celebrate and uphold the rich cultures, heritages, and traditions of the communities where we live and work. Honda is committed to the collective strength of our communities. In doing so, we strive to be a company that society wants to exist. 

Key Information

• Application window: Year-round 

• Decision Notification: Rolling basis 

• Request Range: Up to $25,000

• Number of Applications: Organizations can submit multiple community event sponsorship applications; however, applications cannot be for the same event

Organization Eligibility

To be considered, organizations must meet the following requirements: 

• Organizations must be located in the United States 

• Organizations must meet one of the two classifications:  

  1. Hold nonprofit tax-exempt status under the Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3) or utilize a tax-exempt, non-profit fiscal sponsor

     • For Community Event Sponsorships, applications are also accepted from organizations with 501(c)(4) or 501(c)(6) status.  

  2. Schools and school districts as listed by the U.S. Department of Education’s National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) 

Organizations Not Eligible

The following types of organizations are not eligible for funding: 

• Organizations ineligible for contributions under any state or federal law. 

• Organizations with a pending 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity status 

• Political parties, candidates, or campaigns 

• Private clubs, fraternities, or sororities 

• Organizations that represent a conflict of interest with Honda 

• Organizations located outside the U.S. or those whose funds are used outside the U.S. 

• Organizations that discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, family status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law 

Requests Not Eligible

The following types of requests will not be considered: 

• Requests for auction or raffle items 

• Requests to support athletic teams 

• Requests from individuals 

• Request to support political parties, candidates, or campaigns 

• Requests submitted outside of the online system 

• Request for programs or events that are organized or implemented for religious purposes 

Geographic Scope

Requests for programmatic support and community event sponsorships can be local, regional or national in scope, but must primarily benefit communities where Honda associates live and work. Eligible requests must serve one or more of the following states, where Honda has major operations in the U.S. and a strong community presence: 

Please note, funding opportunities are open to programs and/or events that serve communities where Honda has corporate operations. Honda and Acura dealerships are independently owned and operated. 

Upon review of all information on this page, prospective applicants must first complete the Eligibility Quiz in order to access the Program and/or Community Event Sponsorship application. 

Start Eligibility Quiz

Additional Information 

Commitment to Transparency 

Honda and the Honda USA Foundation are committed to transparency and will ensure that all applicants receive an equal opportunity for funding and favoritism is not awarded to those applicants with ties to Honda. 

All publicly available information regarding Honda and the Honda USA Foundation’s funding opportunities is provided on this website. In accordance with company policy, Honda associates are not permitted to advise on request or organization’s eligibility. Additionally, associates cannot recommend specific pillars, programs, or events for your application. 

Funding Agreements 

If awarded funding, Honda corporate and the Honda USA Foundation expect awardees to execute our standard agreements. Failure to sign the standard agreements “as is” may result in the award being rescinded. 

Associate Engagement 

Honda actively fosters a culture of community involvement by empowering associates to lead and participate in impactful engagement initiatives. To deepen our impact, Honda exclusively organizes associate engagement opportunities with our funded partners. 

Inquiries and Support 

We encourage you to carefully review all available information before reaching out to Honda corporate or the Honda USA Foundation. If your question is not addressed on our website, you may contact CommunitySupport@ahm.honda.com. Please note, due to the high volume of inquiries, a response is not guaranteed.