Does Garmin donate to fundraisers?
Last updated October 1, 2026
Compiled from Garmin's published guidelines, other public sources, and user reports. How we research these pages
Possibly. Garmin takes requests for product and other support through one online form on its website, and says it supports organizations, projects and events that align with the markets it serves. It cannot support every request. Review can take up to six to eight weeks, and Garmin follows up if it can support the request.
Donation program at a glance
- Lead time
- Review can take up to 6-8 weeks
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Garmin says it supports organizations, projects and events that align with the markets it serves, and that it cannot support all the requests it receives.
The kinds of support Garmin lists include nonmonetary event support such as product, organization support, and support of 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organizations.
The form asks you to pick a market category: Aviation, Corporate/Auto, Fish/Hunt, Fitness, Fusion, Navionics or Outdoor.
Tips from the program page: Allow time: Garmin says review can take up to six to eight weeks, and it follows up if it can support the request. · Choose the market category that fits your event best; Garmin says it supports organizations, projects and events that align with the markets it serves.
How to apply
Garmin asks every request to include the following.
- Complete the online form on Garmin's website with your contact details, organization and address, and whether you are a nonprofit.
- Give the event name and date, and describe the event in 100 words or fewer.
- Say whether you want a product donation and which products, or a monetary donation and how much.
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