Community Involvement
Florence Manufacturing is proud to support the following local non-profit organizations on an annual basis:
American Heart Association – Go Red for Women, Flint Hills Heart Walk, Junction City Heart Walk
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Manhattan – Bowling for Kids Sake
Boys and Girls Club of Manhattan – Casino Night, Capital Campaign
Boy Scouts of America – Corporate Donation
Flint Hills Breadbasket – Mayors Holiday Fund
Manhattan Emergency Shelter – Bag Lady Luncheon
Manhattan Fire Department – Fire Pup Program
Manhattan Parks and Recreation Department – Arts in the Park
Relay for Life – Corporate Donation
Retired Seniors Volunteer Program – Festival of Trees
Sunflower CASA – Annual Campaign
United Way of Riley County – Annual Campaign
Giving Philosophy
Dedication to local organizations is the cornerstone of our Community Giving Program. Florence Manufacturing is proud to assist organizations and programs that improve the quality of life in our local community. Support may be provided through donations, in-kind services or by providing volunteers. The Company also encourages its employees to meet their social responsibilities by contributing time to support community service organizations, educational training activities and similar activities.
Eligible Organizations
Eligible organizations wishing to receive a charitable contribution from Florence Manufacturing must be tax-exempt, 501(c)3 institutions. Eligible organizations must also be nonsectarian, nonpolitical and nondiscriminatory.
Special consideration will be given to programs and projects that offer measurable results and community development opportunities which focus on:
1) human services;
2) children’s programs;
3) education;
4) arts; or
5) health and other worthwhile charitable endeavors.
Contributions will normally be made for local programs, local affiliates of national organizations, and specific projects. Capital grants will be limited to unusual community opportunities.
Please note that Florence Manufacturing does not make charitable contributions to the following entities:
• Individuals
• Agencies that discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sexual orientation, or national origin
• Political causes, candidates, legislative lobbying or advocacy groups
• Endowments or memorials
• Construction or renovation projects
• Religious organizations seeking to further a denominational or sectarian purpose
• Social, labor, alumni or fraternal organizations serving a limited constituency
• Special occasion, good-will and single-interest magazines
• Travel funds for tours, expeditions or trips
How to Apply
All requests for support must be submitted in writing to the Florence Marketing Dept. and include the following:
• Name, address and phone number of organization and contact person;
• an explanation of how the proposed funding would be used and the results to be accomplished;
• a description of the organization, including purposes and objectives of its programs; and
• Names and qualifications of those managing the program or project to be funded, as well as a list of the organization’s officers and directors;
Informational inquiries in advance of formal proposals are encouraged to assist in identifying proposals that will fit the Company’s criteria or priorities.
Information on approved projects may be used for internal promotions and community press releases.
While we recognize that there are many worthwhile causes and organizations, we regret that some worthy programs may not receive our support. All requests will be considered; you may be contacted to provide further details regarding your program and verification of your organization’s non-profit status. If the contribution request does not fall within the Company’s guidelines and priorities, notice to that effect will be promptly provided.
