Tell Corporations: Don’t Backtrack on Charitable Giving

Corporations love to talk about social responsibility—until the political winds shift. Now, in the wake of a nationwide attack on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, corporate charitable giving is coming under fire, and companies are caving to pressure.

According to recent reports, businesses are quietly pulling back on charitable donations that support racial justice initiatives, LGBTQ+ organizations, and community development programs. Some corporations, afraid of backlash from far-right politicians and activists, are gutting their giving programs or redirecting funds to avoid controversy. Others are outright ending their commitments to organizations that help marginalized communities—choosing political convenience over their stated values.

This is corporate cowardice at its worst. At a time when marginalized communities are under relentless attack, companies should be doubling down on their commitments—not running scared. The corporations that proudly touted their charitable giving after George Floyd’s murder or during Pride Month can’t just turn their backs on those promises now.

Consumers and employees are watching. If corporations think they can quietly dismantle their giving programs without consequences, they are mistaken. We demand that corporations stand by their commitments to social justice and community support. Backing away now isn’t just hypocritical—it’s a betrayal of the communities these businesses claim to serve.

Sign this petition to tell corporations: We expect you to honor your commitments to charitable giving. Don’t cave to political pressure—stand by the values you claim to support.