Corporate Contributions

Mission Statement

UT-Battelle and Oak Ridge National Laboratory strive to be viewed by our neighbors as a highly valued partner in the Oak Ridge region.

Corporate Outreach Priorities

UT-Battelle is committed to providing a substantial portion of the company’s annual corporate fee for outreach initiatives. Approximately one-half of outreach funds are allocated to initiatives designed to support science and math education; approximately one-third are earmarked for initiatives to generate economic development. The remaining corporate outreach funds are designated for various civic, cultural and public awareness activities.

Legacy Investments

Priority consideration for UT-Battelle contributions is given to "legacy investments" that provide tangible, lasting benefits to the region. UT-Battelle's goal is to provide legacy investments that are larger in size and fewer in number.

Policy Guidelines

UT-Battelle's corporate outreach policy is guided by a number of general goals:

  • Contributions will be limited to groups without political or religious affiliation.
  • First consideration is given to organizations in the Oak Ridge region and to requests that can be leveraged with other efforts and/or funds.
  • Organizations under an umbrella agency such as the United Way shall receive UT-Battelle funds solely through the coordinating agency.
  • Corporate contributions are provided only to recognized organizations.
  • UT-Battelle may request invoices or receipts prior to providing corporate funds.
  • Due to the large number of requests to support fundraising events such as galas and golf tournaments, UT-Battelle’s participation is based primarily on whether  a UT-Battelle staff member serves on the organization’s governing board and whether a Team UT-Battelle volunteer project is associated with the organization.

Application Process

All requests for corporate contributions must be submitted to the ORNL Office of Communication and External Relations, c/o Leigha Edwards, P.O. Box 2008, Oak Ridge, TN 37831-6266. Proposals should state succinctly the organization requesting funds, the amount of funds requested, the specific purpose for which the funds will be used, and how the request fits within UT-Battelle's overall goals and objectives as outlined above. Proposals also must include the name, address and phone number of the organization's point of contact. UT-Battelle may request additional information on the organization's budget, board of directors and community service history.