Armstrong World Industries Foundation
The Armstrong World Industries (AWI) Foundation invests in organizations that embolden people to live better and healthier lives. We support our communities by ensuring access to services and spaces that allow every individual to thrive.
How Foundation Giving Works
The AWI Foundation is empowered to make a positive difference in our communities by funding from our parent company, as well as generous contributions from our employees, which the Foundation matches up to $500.
We use our funding to award Building Better Grants to 501(c)(3) organizations who meet the Foundation's criteria, and we also provide product donations and services in partnership with Armstrong World Industries.
Please submit any product donation inquiries via email to [email protected].
Foundation Success Story: Lancaster Cleft Palate Clinic
Several years ago, the AWI Foundation formed a relationship with the Lancaster Cleft Palate Clinic. Upon discovering the clinic’s capital campaign, the AWI Foundation made a donation to fund the renovation of the facility, transforming it into a comforting and functional space. Since then, the AWI Foundation has continued to provide financial support to maintain this high-quality facility for the members of our local community.
Enriching Local Communities
The Boys & Girls Club of Lancaster
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
When the Boys & Girls Club of Lancaster renovated two of its clubhouses, they realized that exposed ceilings and walls were creating a significant amount of noise. Children were distracted and stff struggled to make themselves heard.
The AWI Foundation provided a $100,000 grant to the Boys & Girls Club for renovations on both clubhouses and donated ceilings and wall products to help them create a quieter, healthier and more effective spaces for children to learn and play.
Lancaster Public Library
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
The Lancaster Public Library has been serving the area for more than 260 years, and in 2023, it opened a cutting-edge building in the city's Ewell Plaza, serving as a hub for community enrichment.
As a company headquartered in Lancaster, working with the library created a direct line of support for the local community, sharing AWI's extensive design knowledge and innovation with the public.
The AWI Foundation award a Building Better Grant of $100,000 and donated products to help the Lancaster Public Library bring its vision to life, creating a new space for education, involvement and innovation.
Featured Grant Recipients
Manna Food Pantry
Pensacola, FL
Manna is a grassroots organization fighting hunger in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties in Florida. They provide groceries directly to individuals and families in need, free of charge.
Mobile Makers
Chicago, IL
Mobile Makers creates programming that encourages youth to become advocates and change-makers in their own communities through design-focused skill-building workshops.
Sidewalk Project
Los Angeles, CA
Through various mediums, including art, music and public health, the Sidewalk Project aims to be socially active and to empower houseless communities around the world.
Community Impact Across the United States
Monetary Gift Matches for Employees
Employees can receive a monetary donation match of up to $250 from the AWI Foundation for eligible organizations. The company provides an AWI Workplace Giving platform with tools to research and contribute to these organizations, as well as request the matching gift directly.
Volunteer Hour Gift Matches for Employees
Through the AWI Workplace Giving portal, employees can find eligible volunteer opportunities for the causes that matter most to them. The AWI Foundation will match volunteer hours up to $250 in a calendar year.