Gard aims to be a responsible corporate citizen, engaging in partnerships, philanthropy, and charitable giving. We believe we can achieve the best results by applying our resources and expertise to solving problems we understand and in which we have a stake. We therefore have a specific focus on marine issues, while at the same time striving to have a positive impact on the communities in which we operate.
We engage in a series of partnerships across the globe, all based on our business strategy and our sustainability goals. Gard is a partner to the UN Global Compact, the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network and the Global Maritime Forum, among others.
Gard also has a long tradition of contributing to local communities. In particular, we have focused on education and training, culture and the environment. We believe in sharing knowledge and expertise to continuously raise standards and improve learning. Twice a year, Gard makes donations to organisations or charitable causes that share this view.
Please download and fill out our Corporate Donations application form. The application must be submitted before 1st of March and 1st of September.
NB! The Sponsorships and donations page is currently undergoing improvements. More info will be available soon.
Corporate donations applicationPlease send your application and supporting documents to Thomas Ekren, Corporate Partnership and Travel Executive.
Please see our Eligibility and Terms and Conditions below.
Gard Corporate Donations are primarily made to legal entities with non-profit objectives and activities. Commercial entities cannot apply. Norwegian entities applying must be entered with the Norwegian Register of Non-Profit Organisations.
You can register here: Registrering i Frivillighetsregisteret
Gard Corporate Donations are made twice a year, usually in spring and autumn.
The donation process is mainly directed at Norwegian organisations, but entities from other countries are also welcome to apply. Applications from outside Norway will be handled by our local office and on separate terms and conditions.
The maximum amount you can apply for is NOK 10,000 or the equivalent in other currencies. Each entity can only receive one donation a year.
Submitted applications will be a part of the application review process. Feedback will be given to all applicants approximately 4-6 weeks after the deadline has passed.
If your application is approved, a set of standard terms and conditions will apply when accepting the donation (please see below).
To remain eligible for the donation, we will require that the receiver adhere to the following terms and conditions:
On request from Gard, confirm that the statements made in the donation application are and remain true and correct.
On request from Gard, submit a report summarising the benefits of receiving the donation and how the funds were spent.
Comply with any other requests for information required by Gard related to the donation from the company. This information can be used by Gard for internal and external marketing purposes.
Failure to meet the conditions of eligibility for the donation can lead to the possible repayment to Gard AS, in part or full, any monies that have been paid.
Provide an invoice with the appropriate details before a payment can be made, including organisation number/IBAN number /SWIFT code and similar.