Giving Back
Sallie Mae employees volunteering for Habitat for Humanity
In honor of the philanthropic commitment of Sallie Mae employees nationwide, The Sallie Mae Fund offers generous charitable contribution programs to energize communities where Sallie Mae employees live and work.
Matching Gifts
The Sallie Mae matching gifts program matches the personal contributions of every Sallie Mae employee to encourage them to support education, as well as other non-profit organizations.
Dollars for Doers
Through the Dollars for Doers employee contribution program, Sallie Mae employees who volunteer a minimum of 40 hours per year or serve on a board may apply for a $250 grant from The Sallie Mae Fund to the organization.
Other Initiatives
In addition, The Fund:
- Supports local organizations in the communities where our employees live and work
- Funds programs to foster early education
- Gives back at the state level through grants, scholarships, employee giving, and free resources
- Responds to needs in the wake of natural disasters






