HCLTech climate grant funding will reach nonprofits in 24 countries under an expansion announced on October 27, 2026. The company plans to award $1.25 million to four organizations working on climate change, ecosystem restoration and biodiversity.

Key Takeaways

  • The program began in the Americas in 2023 and initially covered 10 countries.
  • One winner will receive $500,000, while three runners-up will receive $250,000 each.

HCLTech climate grant expands beyond the Americas

HCLTech initially committed $5 million over five years to eligible nonprofits across 10 countries in the Americas. It has disbursed $3 million over the program’s first three editions.

The expanded program covers Australia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, France, Germany, Guatemala, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, the Netherlands, the Philippines, Poland, Romania, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, the UK, the US and Vietnam.

Nidhi Pundhir, HCLTech’s global head of corporate social responsibility, said the expansion builds on the company’s experience in India and the Americas and aims to support locally rooted ideas with potential for wider impact.

Funding and selection

The four awards have not yet been made. HCLTech plans to announce the winner and three runners-up on June 5, 2027, following a screening process.

The company has separately committed to achieving net-zero by 2040.

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