The Foundation began as the Chain Belt Foundation (the original name of Rexnord Corporation) in 1953. It has evolved as our business has grown and been renamed the Rexnord Foundation, and, most recently, the Zurn Foundation.
In addition to our many decades supporting nonprofits where our associates live and work, we have provided college scholarships to the children of our associates for over 40 years.
The Zurn Foundation works to advance our corporate social responsibility impact by providing financial and volunteer support to non-profit organizations, developing innovative community partnerships and promoting a giving community within our business.
Environment
Supporting organizations that work to protect water and other natural resources for current and future generations.
Education
Supporting programming related to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and the plumbing trade, as well as organizations that extend equal access to education for everyone and that work to create a more diverse and equitable pipeline of workers for the economy.
Basic Needs
Supporting organizations that improve quality of life by delivering essentials such as food, shelter, care and clean water.
We focus our efforts where our resources and expertise can make the greatest difference.
Our grants target the focus areas of basic needs, education (with an emphasis on social justice/equity initiatives) and the environment (with an emphasis on clean water).
U.S. associates can have up to $5,000 in qualifying charitable donations matched annually.
We provide up to seven scholarships annually for children of associates in the United States.
Associates can participate in up to 20 hours of company sponsored volunteer time annually.
In 2023, our donations have included:
The Foundation’s Board of Directors meets in January and July to review grant applications.