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IBM Volunteerism and Giving

Volunteerism and giving are at the epicenter of our work as IBMers and are foundational to our commitment to supporting our local communities.

Read the 2023 IBM Impact Report highlights
Our initiative

IBM’s first CEO Thomas J. Watson declared a “duty to the community” as an imperative for IBMers in 1931. While our strategic focus as a company has and will continue to evolve to help the world work better, IBM's culture and values have persisted.

IBMers are committed to engaging with purpose-driven initiatives through our signature volunteer programs that align with our priority areas of education and sustainability. IBM also has a comprehensive, global giving program that allows us to provide expertise, technology, and funding to support these priorities and make a significant impact on those with the greatest need.

See how IBMers are leveraging technology for impact. Explore highlights from the 2023 IBM Impact Report.

974,000

IBMer volunteer hours towards our goal since 2022

4M

Logged volunteer hours by 2025

Stories of impact

At IBM, what you're doing matters. Whether it’s volunteering time in education, skills for the future or social innovation, IBM employees everywhere are doing their part to make the world a better place.

Kim Cook-Boyd

Raised to believe her efforts could make the world a better place, Kim Cook-Boyd turns that belief into reality, from mentoring students to hands-on humanitarian efforts.

Sathya Mukka

Sathya Mukka's 49 blood donations have been life-changing for patients in need and have inspired others to follow his example. Mukka says volunteering has been a transformative experience.

Rebeca Campos Marques

As the first in her family to earn an undergraduate degree, Rebeca Campos Marques now supports initiatives that help others do the same. Her journey is a testament to the transformative power of learning.