At American Express, we believe that serving our communities is not only integral to running a business successfully, it is part of our individual responsibilities as citizens of the world. The mission of our program is to bring to life the American Express value of good corporate citizenship by supporting communities in ways that enhance the company's reputation with employees, customers, business partners and other stakeholders. We do this by supporting visionary nonprofit organizations that are:
- • Preserving and sustaining unique historic places for the future
- • Developing new leaders for tomorrow
- • Encouraging community service where our employees and customers live and work
American Express supports hundreds of non-profit organizations each year through its foundation and corporate giving activities. Grants are made under the Historic Preservation, Leadership and Community Service themes that reflect our company values and complement our business priorities. Our support to the organizations and initiatives below exemplifies our commitment.
- Disaster Relief
- Employee-Driven Philanthropy
- American Express Leadership Academy
- Historic Preservation Initiatives
- Serve2Gether Consulting
Service is the rent we pay for living. It is the very purpose of life and not something you do in your spare time." -- Marian Wright EdelmanAt American Express, service has been a hallmark of our company throughout its 160-year history. This service ethos comes to life every time we help a customer – whether with a simple, everyday request or in an emergency situation. We show the same care and commitment to service in our communities.
We encourage good citizenship by supporting organizations that cultivate meaningful opportunities for civic engagement by our employees and members of the community, whether as volunteers, donors, voters or patrons.
We also serve our communities by supporting immediate and long-term relief and recovery efforts to help victims of natural disasters. Funding also goes to support preparedness programs that allow relief agencies to be better equipped in responding to emergencies as they occur.
