MetLife Foundation Awards Grants to 26 Non-Profits in Asia As Part of Global Program Addressing Essential Community Needs

HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MetLife Foundation announced new recipients of its Community Impact Grant Program (CIGP), providing more than $6.5 million to global nonprofit organizations, including 26 in Asia, addressing essential community needs. By tackling critical issues, the program supports non-profits providing the services and resources people reply on to build financial security and resilience, reflecting MetLife and MetLife Foundation’s long‑standing commitment to helping people and communities move forward with greater confidence and access to opportunity.

Launched in 2023 and expanded globally in 2025, CIGP supports organizations with solutions focused on food security, mental well‑being, environmental sustainability and vibrant communities. In this latest round, 26 organizations in Asia were among the more than 100 nonprofit organizations across the globe that received grants, including:

• Bishwo Shahitto Kendro in Bangladesh provides access to books and literary resources to communities in rural and semi-urban areas.
• DV Safe Phone in Australia repurposes phones to help victims of domestic violence to stay safe, stay connected and rebuild their lives.
• General Incorporated Association BowL in Japan provides assistance to individuals returning to work after facing mental health challenges.
• Korea Legacy Committee in South Korea expands meal preparation and delivery services to underserved elderly citizens in Korea.
• Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra in India empowers 2,000 farmers with climate-resilient farming practices, increasing agricultural income and enhancing food security.
• Vietnam and Friends in Vietnam works to provide clean, potable water and environmental education for 3,000+ students and teachers.

For the full list of grant recipients, please visit here.

“Through the Community Impact Grant Program, MetLife Foundation invests in nonprofits that are strengthening the well-being of people and communities,” said Tia Hodges, President and CEO of MetLife Foundation and Head of Corporate Giving and Employee Volunteerism at MetLife. “Together, we’re helping individuals and families navigate challenges and move forward with greater stability and resilience.”

As with previous rounds of CIGP funding, MetLife employees assisted in the selection process, volunteering their time to review grant applications from nonprofit organizations. Since its launch, the Community Impact Grant Program has awarded over $9 million to 207 nonprofit organizations, reaching 1.6 million people across the U.S., Asia, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East. The program is a key part of MetLife Foundation’s broader efforts to advance inclusive economic mobility and financial health, while helping build the resilience of communities where MetLife operates thrive.

To learn more about the work of MetLife Foundation and the full list of recipients, visit MetLife.org.

About MetLife Foundation

At MetLife Foundation, we are committed to driving inclusive economic mobility. We collaborate with nonprofit organizations and provide grants aligned to three strategic focus areas – economic empowerment, financial health and resilient communities – while engaging MetLife employee volunteers to help drive impact. MetLife Foundation was established in 1976 and for 50 years has continued MetLife’s long tradition of community engagement and involvement. Since its inception, MetLife Foundation has contributed over $1 billion to strengthen communities where MetLife has a presence. To learn more about MetLife Foundation, visit www.metlife.org.