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Community Outreach

An important aspect of social responsibility is how BASF supports the communities where we live and work. We are committed to advancing science education, environment, health and safety and other programs and initiatives that are important to the quality of life in our communities.

BASF employees, through their generous spirit and willingness to be involved, are a natural extension into the local communities. Together with our neighbors, we foster open communication and a mutual focus on shared goals.

Here are some highlights of BASF's community relations activities across the North America region.

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July 23, 2024

BASF operator completes Bishop State Community College’s FAME Program and begins career at Alabama site

Wesley Pursley recently accepted a full-time position as an operator at BASF’s site in McIntosh, Alabama following his completion of the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program at Bishop State Community College, which connects employers and students with earn-and-learn opportunities designed to equip them for a full-time role. Pursley was one of 15 students to graduate from FAME’s inaugural class at Bishop State.

June 14, 2024

BASF awards scholarships to 11 LSU engineering students

BASF has awarded $27,500 in scholarships to 11 students attending Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge and majoring in engineering disciplines. The annual scholarship program is focused on developing Louisiana’s talent pipeline through BASF’s workforce and development efforts across the state.

May 14, 2024

BASF ranks 22 on Fair360 list of Top 50 Companies for Diversity

For the twelfth consecutive year, BASF has been named one of Fair360’s Top 50 Companies, ranking number 22 on the list in 2024. BASF was also recognized this year as a Top Company for Sponsorship, a Top Company for Latino Executives, and a Top Company for Executive Fairness Councils.

May 10, 2024

BASF in South Carolina joins with Make-A-Wish to grant a child’s wish

BASF sites in South Carolina joined together with Make-A-Wish South Carolina to make one child’s wish come true. Team members from BASF’s sites in Mauldin, White Stone (Spartanburg), Seneca and Central (Clemson) Converse helped celebrate Ruthie Gregory’s fifth birthday at Cleveland Park in Spartanburg, complete with balloons, birthday cake and a trip to Zoo Miami at the end of the month.

May 9, 2024

Three BASF women in manufacturing honored at the 2024 Women MAKE Awards

Three BASF leaders in manufacturing were among 130 women recognized nationally at The Manufacturing Institute’s (MI) annual Women MAKE Awards. This national awards program identifies top talent in manufacturing and further encourages award winners to mentor and support the next generation of female talent to pursue modern manufacturing careers.