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The PPG Industries Foundation provides funding for many more programs that increase awareness and offer educational opportunities for students interested in math and science disciplines. Read more about our partnerships and programs.  

Latest Foundation News


04-23-13
PPG donates $10,000 to Reading Is FUNdamental Pittsburgh – Grant supports reading programs in two Wilkinsburg elementary schools
03-19-13
PPG donates $57,500 for STEM-related education in fiber glass plant communities – Funds support college, community programs near three fiber glass facilities
01-28-13
PPG Dover plant recognizes Cheswold Volunteer Fire Co.
09-21-12
It’s not rocket science! Walton Charter Academy students meet ‘Ion Jones’ – PPG, Chrysler sponsor Pittsburgh science shows at schools in Metro Detroit
08-20-12
PPG Dover plant kicks off United Way of Delaware campaign with $6,000 donation – Corporate foundation provides early-commitment funds to encourage employee giving
 

     Foundation Partners


American Chemical Society Scholarships Plus
PPG founded the ASC scholarship program for underrepresented minorities pursuing chemistry or chemical engineering degrees.  

Carnegie Science Center
The Foundation's  partnership with the Carnegie Science Center enhances science education of local and regional students. 

Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium
Through a 10-year grant, PPG and the Foundation provide funding to help sustain the zoo. 

                    
University of Akron
The Foundation partners with the University of Akron to support hands-on science programs 



  

 Message from the Director


Bringing Positive Impact to PPG Communities
by Sue Sloan, executive director

For more than six decades the PPG Industries Foundation has been bringing positive impact to the communities where PPG has a presence. Within the past few years, we have been pleased to announce several new initiatives and the continuation of several existing, successful partnerships that greatly enrich the communities where PPG has a presence. And in 2011, we formally extended that reach to PPG communities around the world through our Global Charitable Contributions Program...read more.