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RTX Connect Up initiative is a grant from RTX that funds nonprofits focused on STEM education, veteran career transitions, and community resilience as part of RTX's $500 million, decade-long social responsibility commitment. Standard grants are larger, invite-only donations requiring a strong tie to RTX's priority outcomes; new nonprofit partners may apply during the open grant period (June 1–July 31).
RTX employees can also submit volunteer grants up to $5,000 for organizations where they volunteer. The initiative targets workforce development, military family support, food security, disaster relief, and conservation. RTX and its employees give over $20 million annually through employee donations and matching gifts.
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Corporate Citizenship | RTX Connect Up: Our Social Impact Commitment The moment a young person decides to become an engineer. The moment a military veteran makes the switch to a civilian career. The moment communities come together to better meet the needs of their people.
RTX supports those moments through Connect Up – our $500 million social responsibility initiative to drive transformative, generational impact.
RTX's investment in Connect Up long-term commitment to strategic partners RTX recognized as Civic 50 leader: In 2025, 11,400 employees logged 202,000 volunteer hours, earning its spot as one of the 50 most community-minded companies in America We believe that safeguarding the future of aerospace and defense begins with nurturing the endless curiosity that leads to lifelong learning.
By partnering with leading organizations that cultivate STEM skills, we are connecting with students to expand the scope of what’s possible and building a career-ready talent pipeline for the workforce of the future.
We connect with and support the men and women who keep us safe every day by investing in programs that help veterans identify career opportunities as they transition to the civilian workforce, keep military families connected, and inspire their children through STEM education to become the innovators of the future.
RTX works with nonprofits to address food security, community infrastructure, emergency disaster relief and conservation to create a more secure future for generations to come. As part of our $500 million Connect Up commitment, we are honored to support thousands of nonprofit partners around the world with financial and in-kind support. Learn more about how we give and opportunities for your organization to get involved below.
All partners must work through an RTX employee to apply. Charitable Giving Guidelines Our standard grants are larger, invite-only donations and must demonstrate a strong tie to one of RTX’s priority outcomes. New nonprofit partners can apply for consideration during our open grant period: June 1 – July 31 .
RTX Charitable Giving Requests RTX is proud to offer employees opportunities to engage with local causes that make a big impact. Employees who volunteer with an organization can submit for a volunteer grant up to $5,000. RTX Volunteer Grant Program – Nonprofit Guide RTX occasionally offers in-kind donations of goods and services to nonprofits.
An RTX employee must fill out a request form. For nonprofits with questions about a request, please contact the Connect Up team. RTX and its employees give over $20 million annually in employee donations and matching gifts.
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Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Organizations focused on STEM education and workforce development, particularly in aerospace and space exploration. Specific eligibility details depend on the targeted program within the initiative. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Part of a 10-year, $500 million corporate social responsibility effort (specific grant amounts vary) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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