Corporate Giving
Bridgepoint Education is committed to improving lives in the communities we serve. We do this by providing scholarship opportunities, through responsible corporate giving, and with employee volunteerism. Bridgepoint Education focuses its philanthropic efforts in three main areas: Education, Youth, and the Military.
How do I qualify for a grant or sponsorship from Bridgepoint Education?
Bridgepoint Education provides support to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations in the United States. Three philanthropic focus areas resonate with our mission: Education, Youth, and the Military.
I have a proposal for a sponsorship opportunity, where can I send it and to whom?
Bridgepoint Education accepts proposals online only. To apply for event sponsorship, program sponsorship, or a grant, please submit one of the following applications:
Program or Grant
To communicate with the Community Relations Department, please email communityrelations@bridgepointeducation.com.
Will someone contact me when the application is received?
Bridgepoint Education will notify you via mail of the committee's decision within three weeks of the quarterly meeting.
When do you accept proposals?
Bridgepoint Education accepts requests through the online application process. Proposals are reviewed by the Corporate Giving Review Committee or Community Relations Department on a quarterly basis. To be considered for a sponsorship, please submit your completed form the quarter prior to your event by the deadlines listed below. For instance, if an event is to take place in September, the request to the Community Relations Department must be made by April 1 to receive potential approval:
Submission Deadlines
January 1, 2012 – for items in April – June
April 1, 2012 – for items in July – September
July 1, 2012 – for items in October – December
October 1, 2012 – for items in January – March
Will my nonprofit receive the amount requested?
Many aspects of a proposal are taken into consideration, including your organization's mission, vision and how your dollars are invested within the event/program/community. The Corporate Giving Review Committee may decide to fund some or all of your program's expenses or they may decide not to provide funding.
What is the range in size of Bridgepoint Education grants and sponsorships?
Bridgepoint Education does not have a set range for grant or sponsorship amounts. Many factors, including the specific program or event to be funded, determine funding amounts.
Please submit your sponsorship requests online as of January 1, 2012 to be considered for a sponsorship. Requests submitted by other means will not be considered.
