About Time Warner Cable’s Community Initiatives:
Time Warner Cable is a good community partner who donates annually to various community organizations. We are committed to providing support to organizations that support education and literacy, technology, community empowerment and arts and culture. Time Warner Cable is proud to assist these local initiatives that have a distinct and positive impact within our service area.
Preference is given to projects/organizations that will provide a good strategic partnership for Time Warner Cable’s New England Division and also have a well-defined purpose which is within our scope of giving, namely having a local effect on at least one of our four key priorities:
- Arts & Culture
- Literacy & Education
- Technology
- Community groups
Points of Consideration:
- Preference is given to organizations located within our service area
- How does the request compare with other organizations seeking funds for the same type of endeavor? Is there a real need for this program/event?
- Has Time Warner Cable ever donated to this organization before? How much and when?
- Can the organization or proposed project achieve positive social impact by bringing people together to strengthen community?
- Time Warner Cable also donates in-kind goods and services that include production and/or airtime of public service announcements on over 50 cable networks to promote their event/organization. Gift certificates for services may also be requested.
- Due to the high volume of donation requests that we receive, we ask that all organizations re-apply annually. We cannot guarantee reoccurring donations/sponsorships.
Areas of Exclusion
As a general rule, Time Warner Cable does not consider funding for the following:
- Organizations that do not have 501(c) (3) tax-exempt status
- Political, labor, religious organizations
- Requests to support travel expenses for groups or individuals
- Publications of books or the production of films and music
- Organizations whose focus is not literacy, education, technology or community groups
- Funding for general operating expenses, salary, honoraria, consultant fees or rental fees
To be considered for sponsorship by the New England Division of Time Warner Cable, please submit a written request.
By mail to:
Time Warner Cable
Attn: Lisa Simonds
118 Johnson Rd.
Portland, ME 04102
Fax: 207-253-2402
Email: lisa.simonds@twcable.com
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR REQUESTERS:
• All requests must be submitted at least 8-10 weeks prior to your event
- Public Service Announcement Requests: Please send in letter of request at least one month, but no more than six months prior to the requested start date.
• The proposal must clearly outline the nature of the request (i.e., monetary donation or in-kind donation)
• Requestor must show proof of IRS 501 (c)(3) not for profit status, if applicable.
• Requests must be submitted in writing and must include a description of the type of support and/or amount requested, description of intended use, who will benefit and how it will benefit the local community.
• Include a contact name, phone number and address
All of the above items must be met for consideration. Please allow 2-3 weeks for a response.
TWCares www.twcares.com
Time Warner Cable launched TWCares in June 2000. This program is designed to help create public awareness about local nonprofits throughout the Time Warner Cable New England service area.
The name focuses on the publicity Time Warner Cable can bring to an organization utilizing a combination of the company’s resources, such as production services, cross-channel promotion, billing statement messages, and a one time financial contribution.
To learn more or apply please visit www.twcares.com
