Lead with Purpose

Anchoring purpose at the core of our business strategy.

Applied strives to model purpose-driven behaviors and advance more inclusive, equitable and sustainable practices that help elevate our entire industry.

We align what matters to our employees and the communities where we live and work with who we are and what we stand for as a company. We turn our values into local action through equity-centered community engagement efforts.

Applied and the Applied Materials Foundation deploy charitable and human resources around the world supporting organizations that offer services without discriminating against any group or individual.

Employee engagement amplifies our positive community impact, often via company-initiated events that connect our people with local nonprofits and volunteer opportunities. Employees volunteer for a variety of causes of interest and can also maximize their personal charity support through our Matching Gift and Volunteer Time Grant programs.

We advocate for U.S. and global policies and issues that align with our business interests and values and that matter to our employees and customers.

Read our 2023 Sustainability Report >

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Generation Girl®

Through Generation Girl, an initiative of the Applied Materials Foundation, we are working with U.S. nonprofit organizations to strengthen girls’ self-efficacy and confidence and help build awareness and interest in STEM and other careers. Since 2018, over 50,000 girls across the United States have participated in Generation Girl-funded programs, the majority of whom come from low-income families and/or identify as Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color (BIPOC).

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Fight Against Hunger

For more than three decades, Applied’s annual Fight Against Hunger campaign has mobilized employees to combat hunger in local communities. In fiscal 2023, employee donations and a match from the Applied Materials Foundation totaled nearly $3.3 million, supporting 54 food banks throughout North America. Globally, Applied employees address food insecurity in ways that are most relevant to their local communities.

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EarthWorks

Each year, from Earth Day to World Environment Day (April to June), employees from around the world mobilize to protect our planet and enjoy nature during the annual EarthWorks campaign. The 2023 campaign engaged more than 1,500 employees worldwide. To incentivize participation and further extend lasting environmental impact, the Applied Materials Foundation donated funds to One Tree Planted to plant a tree in recognition of each participant.

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Applied Materials Momentum Fund

The Applied Materials Momentum Fund, a collaboration with the Last Mile Education Fund, provides grants to eligible women nearing the completion of their bachelor’s or master's degree in engineering. Momentum Fund grant recipients are encouraged to apply for Applied Materials career opportunities.

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Apply for a Grant

We review grant requests for organizations supporting Education, Arts and Culture, Civic Engagement, and the Environment twice a year, following submission deadlines of January 15 and June 15.

Generation Girl grant applications are accepted by invitation only. 

The Applied Materials Momentum Fund grant information is available here.

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Philanthropic Areas of Focus

EDUCATION

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In fiscal 2023, Applied and the Foundation supported 69 education-focused organizations with $2,618,819 in grant funding. We prioritize programs that address local challenges, support educator professional development and prepare students for every stage of the education Journey.

 

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ARTS & CULTURE

Applied and the Foundation have a long and proud tradition supporting arts near our company facilities and encouraging employees and their families to get involved. In fiscal 2023, Applied and the Foundation awarded $1,230,775 in grants to 72 nonprofits advancing arts and culture.

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CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

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Applied and the Foundation provide support to nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and nonprofits to address community challenges and help people find stability in difficult times. In fiscal 2023, Applied and the Foundation provided $2,018,866 in grants to 80 organizations.

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ENVIRONMENT

Our commitment to protect our natural resources and create a more sustainable future extends beyond our net zero aspirations for our company and industry. In fiscal 2023, Applied and the Foundation awarded $655,880 in grants to 37 nonprofits advancing environmental education and stewardship.

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Standards of Business Conduct

Standards of Business Conduct - Employees

Our entire global workforce is accountable to follow our Standards of Business Conduct (SBC) to ensure business decisions remain aligned with our core values. 

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Standards of Business Conduct - Business Partners

This document sets forth basic ethical principles that Applied has adopted for our business partners. It serves as a framework for acceptable business practices and contains helpful resources and information in the event a partner has questions or concerns.

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Ethics & Compliance

Our Global Ethics & Compliance (E&C) program has strong leadership and engagement from senior management. Applied’s Board Audit Committee oversees the program’s overall design and implementation and receives quarterly reports on key initiatives and indicators, including reporting of potential violations of law and investigations into suspected violations of company policies.

24-hour global toll-free Ethics Helpline (Callers may remain anonymous)

+1 (877) 225-5554

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Public Policy

We participate in efforts to inform policymakers about issues, opportunities and challenges critical to our company, our customers and end users of the technology. These efforts, led by the Government Affairs group, generally focus on technology regulation, international trade, research and development (R&D), human resources and labor, and sustainability.

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Political Contributions and Governance

The Applied Materials, Inc. Political Action Committee (AMPAC) contributes to federal candidates, political action committees and party committees supporting issues of strategic importance to Applied, consistent with all legal requirements. AMPAC is funded entirely through voluntary contributions from eligible employees, with administrative expenses paid by Applied Materials. AMPAC’s activities are overseen, reviewed and approved by the AMPAC Board of Directors.

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Political Contributions list >

Archived Lists >

AMPAC Federal Election Commission Filings >

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Trade Associations

Applied belongs to various business and trade associations representing issues that align with our corporate strategy and the needs of our company, industry, employees and communities. Our membership in a group does not imply that we endorse the entirety of that group's policy positions.

See our U.S. Trade and Business associations membership list >

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