Caterpillar Raises $15.2 Million for United Way, Named a 2025 Leading Corporate Partner

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Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) employees, retirees and the Caterpillar Foundation pledged $15.2 million to United Way chapters across the United States, Mexico, Canada and Panama as part of the 2025-2026 campaign, matching last year's record amount.

The company reported over 12,000 volunteer hours from employees through a Foundation volunteer match program and noted that since 2000 more than $251 million has been raised for United Way. Caterpillar and the Foundation were named a 2025 Leading Corporate Partner for raising more than $5 million annually. The Foundation also awarded a two-year $250,000 grant to United Way of Metropolitan Dallas for Pathways to Work workforce training.

Funds will help individuals and communities thrive across the United States, Mexico, Canada and Panama

IRVING, Texas, Dec. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) employees and retirees, together with the Caterpillar Foundation, the philanthropic organization of Caterpillar, pledged more than $15.2 million to the United Way chapters and their partner agencies across the United States, Mexico, Canada, and Panama as part of its 2025-2026 campaign. The campaign matches last year's record-breaking amount.

Caterpillar employees also recorded over 12,000 volunteer hours through the Caterpillar Foundation Volunteer Service Match Program during August and September, which garnered additional matching funds for charities in Caterpillar communities.

"Giving back isn't just what we do at Caterpillar—it's who we are," said Joe Creed, Caterpillar CEO. "For 100 years, we've supported the places where we live and work, knowing that stronger communities benefit us all. We are grateful to our employees and retirees for their generosity and commitment to making a positive impact around the world."

Commitment to Giving
For more than 70 years, United Way has been Caterpillar's only annual solicitation for funds to its employees and retirees. The Caterpillar Foundation matches Caterpillar employees and retirees' donations dollar-for-dollar. Since 2000, more than $251 million has been raised to support the United Way's mission to improve lives around the world to advance the common good.

Caterpillar employees and retirees' dedication to the United Way haven't gone unnoticed – Caterpillar and Caterpillar Foundation was recently named a 2025 Leading Corporate Partner, a new United Way recognition program for corporate partners who raise more than $5 million annually. There are more than 1,100 United Way chapters globally, and Caterpillar's annual campaign supports 508 of these chapters where the company's employees live and work.

Expanding Support
The Caterpillar Foundation is proud to announce a two-year, $250,000 grant to the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas in support of their Pathways to Work initiative. The Foundation grant will support vocational training, work readiness services and aligned certifications in industries like IT and skilled trades through Dallas College.

"The Foundation's mission is to build thriving communities by investing in the skills people need to succeed in the workforce," said Caterpillar Foundation President Asha Varghese. "Through our expanded collaboration with the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, we are helping North Texas young adults access work-ready training and industry-recognized credentials that will open doors to meaningful careers. This investment reflects the Foundation's belief that workforce development is key to creating stronger, more sustainable communities."

About Caterpillar
With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment. Visit us at caterpillar.com or join the conversation on our social media channels.

About Caterpillar Foundation
Since its founding in 1952, the Caterpillar Foundation has contributed to helping improve the lives of people around the world. As a company, Caterpillar works alongside its dealers and customers to build the societal infrastructure needed to make the world run. Caterpillar Foundation focuses on the complementary human, natural and basic services infrastructure needed for individuals to thrive and communities to be resilient. Learn more at caterpillar.com/foundation and on LinkedIn. 

Forward Looking Statements
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FAQ

How much did Caterpillar (CAT) raise for United Way in the 2025-2026 campaign?

Caterpillar employees, retirees and the Caterpillar Foundation pledged $15.2 million for the 2025-2026 United Way campaign.

What recognition did Caterpillar (CAT) receive from United Way in 2025?

Caterpillar and the Caterpillar Foundation were named a 2025 Leading Corporate Partner for raising more than $5 million annually.

How many volunteer hours did Caterpillar employees record for the United Way campaign in 2025?

Employees recorded over 12,000 volunteer hours through the Foundation Volunteer Service Match Program in August and September 2025.

What is the Caterpillar Foundation's grant to United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and its purpose?

The Foundation awarded a two-year $250,000 grant to support the Pathways to Work initiative for vocational training and work-readiness at Dallas College.

How much has Caterpillar raised for United Way since 2000?

Since 2000, Caterpillar employees, retirees and the Foundation have raised more than $251 million to support United Way.

Which countries did Caterpillar's 2025 United Way campaign support?

The 2025-2026 campaign supports United Way chapters and partner agencies in the United States, Mexico, Canada and Panama.