Civic & Community Programs

American brewers and distributors are responsible corporate citizens who deeply care about their employees, our customers, and the communities in which they do business. Individually, collectively, and in partnership with nonprofit organizations, brewers, importers and distributors have been prominent participants in these community efforts:

• Corporate philanthropy: Brewers and their charitable arms and Foundations have donated millions of dollars to community-based organizations, including those involved with education, health care, the arts, social services, and the environment.
• Diversity programs: Many of America’s brewers have initiated programs to encourage a diverse workforce and supplier network.
• Education: Many beer industry members operate or sponsor scholarship programs, including scholarships for minorities and inner-city youth, and support programs and initiatives that provide educational and leadership development opportunities.
• Responsibility in Community programs: Brewers, importers and distributors nationwide are sponsors of and participants in school education outreach, safe ride home programs, recycling programs, alcohol-free after prom and graduation parties, training courses for licensed beverage servers, and safe boating campaigns.