ENIVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
We are investing in solutions that conserve and restore natural capital to assist Host in mitigating climate change and biodiversity impacts, with the goal of achieving best-in-class returns.
Corporate Giving
Consistent with our EPIC values and commitment to social responsibility, we are dedicated to being a good corporate citizen and supporting our local communities through our charitable giving program.
Each year, we support communities through strategic and industry collaborations, sponsorships, financial contributions, emergency relief and volunteerism. We support organizations that directly align with our corporate responsibility strategy and focus areas, our business priorities, as well as the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and causes that our employees care about.
Giving Categories
EDUCATION AND YOUTH EMPOWERMENT
Children and youth education, empowerment and career development—including mentorships, scholarships, entrepreneurship and workforce readiness.
ENVIRONMENT
Environmental sustainability and the conservation, restoration and protection of natural capital.
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
Promoting physical, mental and social health and well-being for various populations and communities, as well as disaster relief.
HUMAN WELFARE
Supporting vulnerable populations as well as underserved, at-risk and disadvantaged communities; and protecting, promoting and advancing diversity, equality and inclusion.
Our EPIC Values
Central to all that we do is our EPIC values — Excellence, Partnership, Integrity and Community. Believing in and being committed to bringing these values to life is what differentiates us as we strive to continue being a top employer.
Corporate Responsibility Themes
Through our giving and evaluation criteria, we aim to further support and align with our focus areas and Corporate Responsibility strategic framework, which follows three themes. This framework informs the integration of sustainability and social responsibility into our business and guides our engagement with our communities.
SOCIAL
RESPONSIBILITY
We are committed to advancing health, well-being and opportunity for all Host stakeholders, including investors, employees, partners and communities.
GOVERNANCE
Our responsible investment strategies are guided by executive and board-level oversight, our EPIC values and ethical standards, and a disciplined approach to risk management and sustainable value creation.
Ready to Apply?
If you are interested in receiving support from Host Hotels & Resorts, please complete our application form. Once you have completed the form, we will review your application. Decisions are typically made within 4-6 weeks.
Application Process
In order to be considered for support, organizations must be a tax-exempt, charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code.
All applicants must provide the following as part of the application process:
- A valid 501(c)(3) Determination Letter
- W9 Form
- GuideStar Profile
- Form 990
- Audited financial statements
Restrictions
Host does not provide charitable contributions for:
- Individuals
- Loans of money for any purpose
- Organizations that foster or practice discrimination on any basis, including race, creed, color, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, handicap or national origin
- Religious; fraternal and labor organizations that are not open to the community or broader public
- Sole or substantial sponsorship of single performances, contests or exhibitions by cultural or sports groups
- Retirement of mortgages or accumulated operating debts. Similarly, the company will not contribute funds for projects or events that have already been completed
- Payment to government officials
- Organizations without a Federal tax-exempt number
