3M Volunteers

Choosing Community Service
3M is a leader in workplace volunteerism with many thousands of 3M employees and retirees choosing community service through 25 3M-affiliated programs and other nonprofit groups.

Our Volunteer Program emphasizes education and community partnerships. What sets 3M’s Volunteer Program apart is our long-term commitment and employee-inspired involvement. 3M scientists and engineers share skills and career inspiration through many 3M Science Encouragement Programs. Click here to read a volunteer story.  

3M Volunteer Match
Our annual Volunteer Match donates funds to organizations where 3M employees or retirees volunteer. The 3M Foundation has donated over $2.1 million in the names of over 10,500 volunteers. The 3M Volunteer Match has sent grants to over 2,400 organizations in 50 states in recognition of those who volunteer 25 hours or more per year.

3M Community Volunteer Award
The 3M Community Volunteer Award annually recognizes our volunteers who make exceptional contributions. Over 300 employees and retirees have received this award since 1987. Included in the honor is $1,000 donated by the 3M Foundation to a nonprofit organization of the winner’s choice. Click here to see 2006 recipients.