Public relations

Philanthropic policy

U-Haul International, Inc. has an obligation to the local communities in which we do business, and for many years we have focused on the endorsement of social programs, agencies and events that directly serve the most basic of human needs – food, clothing and shelter. U-Haul helps these organizations through in-kind donations of equipment and merchandise.

U-Haul does not have a charitable foundation or formal grant, scholarship or sponsorship program.

Requests for donations must be submitted in writing at least three weeks prior to the event or need, and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. All requests must be submitted by a social or charitable organization with 501(c)3 status; no requests from individuals will be considered. Any requests received outside of the three-week time frame will be denied.

Your request must include the following.

  • Name of organization
  • Name of person requesting assistance
  • Return mailing address and phone number
  • Type of donation requested
  • How the donation will be used
  • For equipment, indicate: size, type, locations and preferred dates
  • A copy of 501(c)3 tax information

Please note that the following are not eligible for donations.

  • Beauty pageants and individual competitions
  • Race teams and car clubs
  • School activities and sports teams
  • Organizations that do not benefit ,members of the community
  • Telephone-solicitation groups of any nature, including “for profit” companies receiving a percentage of money raised
  • Political entities

All U-Haul trucks are on a lease program; therefore, old, retired or for-sale trucks are never donated. The ownership of our rental fleet is in the form of a leasing agreement rather than true ownership. That structure prohibits us from being able to donate our equipment.

If you feel your organization meets the above criteria, please submit your detailed request in one of the following ways.

Fax:
602-263-6772
Email:
publicrelations@uhaul.com
Address:
U-Haul Public Relations
Attention: Sponsorship
2727 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004

U-Haul Supports

  • Charities
  • Military
  • Partners
  • American Red Cross

    American Red Cross

    Since its founding in 1881 by visionary leader Clara Barton, the American Red Cross has been the nation's premier emergency response organization. As part of a worldwide movement that offers neutral humanitarian care to the victims of war, the American Red Cross distinguishes itself by also aiding victims of devastating natural disasters. Over the years, the organization has expanded its services, always with the aim of preventing and relieving suffering.

  • Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

    Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

    Since 1955, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has been the driving force behind the pursuit of a cure. Thanks to the dedication and financial backing of our supporters--patients, families and friends, clinicians, researchers, volunteers, individual donors, corporations and staff, we are making a difference.

  • First Things First Foundation

    First Things First Foundation

    The First Things First Foundation is dedicated to impacting lives by promoting Christian values, sharing experiences and providing opportunities to encourage everyone that all things are possible when people seek to put first things first.

  • Great American Toy Test

    Great American Toy Test

    The word “toy” comes from a Scandinavian word meaning “little tool.” This term could not be more appropriate. Play is not just the way a child passes time, it is in a profound way a child’s “work”-- and the “tools” of that work are toys. We have learned some definite things in the 27 years of the Great American Toy Test.

  • National Multiple Sclerosis Society

    National Multiple Sclerosis Society

    The National MS Society is a collective of passionate individuals who want to do something about MS now—to move together toward a world free of multiple sclerosis. MS stops people from moving. We exist to make sure it doesn't.

  • American Cancer Society

    American Cancer Society

    The cool darkness of early morning gives way to sunshine and blue skies as thousands of Arizonans Climb to Conquer Cancer with the American Cancer Society. Everyone is invited to participate in this non-athletic fundraising event. There are hikers, runners, wheelchairs and strollers. The annual event recruits teams and individuals; the young and not-so-young! Whether a cardio-hike or a leisurely walk, climbing an Arizona peak generates fun, entertainment and funds to fight cancer.

  • American Red Cross - the Grand Canyon Chapter

    American Red Cross - the Grand Canyon Chapter

    The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization that works to provide relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. The Grand Canyon Chapter of the American Red Cross is led by volunteers and serves more than 4.4 million people in Apache, Coconino, Gila, La Paz, Maricopa, Mohave, Navajo, Yavapai and Yuma counties. The Grand Canyon Chapter works to partner with the people of Arizona to develop and foster safer families, neighborhoods and worksites.

  • André House

    André House

    André House is a ministry to the homeless and poor populations of the Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1984, this ministry has inspired a number of services and programs. Because André House is interested in the well-being of the individual as well as the surrounding neighborhood, the range of services reflects this community-focused mission.

  • Crisis Nursery

    Crisis Nursery

    Crisis Nursery exists to provide hope and support, through prevention and protection to children in our community threatened with abuse, neglect or homelessness.

  • Habitat for Humanity

    Habitat for Humanity

    Habitat for Humanity, Valley of the Sun was founded in 1987 and is striving to meet the need for affordable housing through concentrated neighborhood revitalization projects. We are an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International with our own Staff and Board of Directors. Since 1987, Habitat for Humanity, Valley of the Sun has completed construction on more than 315 homes. Unlike most affiliates, we build entire communities.

  • St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance

    St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance

    St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance, the world's first food bank, works to eliminate hunger in the community through education, advocacy and the gathering and distributing of food to those in need. Last year, the food bank distributed the equivalent of 30 million meals to people in Arizona through its more than 590 partner agencies. The Food is a member of America's Second Harvest, America's food bank network.

  • St. Vincent de Paul

    St. Vincent de Paul

    The Society of St. Vincent de Paul has been serving homeless and economically disadvantaged populations for over fifty years. Through home visits, shelter, food assistance, employment services, thrift stores and outreach programs, St. Vincent de Paul provides compassion and support to individuals in need, regardless of race, origin, religion or gender. Across Central and Northern Arizona, St. Vincent de Paul assists others in a spirit of humility and goodwill, inviting others to actively participate in assisting underprivileged populations in the struggle against poverty.

  • Make A Wish Foundation Arizona

    Make A Wish Foundation Arizona

    This year marks the 25th Anniversary of the Make-A-Wish Foundation and its founding chapter, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Arizona. The Arizona chapter is the only chapter that grants wishes to local Arizona children. What began in 1980 as the wish of a little Phoenix boy with leukemia, has grown to become the world's largest wish-granting organization, serving every state in the nation and 30 countries throughout the world.

  • Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center

    Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center

    The Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center (BOEC) is a national leader in outdoor, experience-based education serving all people, while ensuring that the outdoors is accessible to those with special needs.

  • Care Resource

    Care Resource

    Rooted in the 1998 merger of Health Crisis Network (1983) and Community Research Initiative (1989), Care Resource is now South Florida’s oldest and largest HIV/AIDS service organization and a true leader in the community.

  • Jackson County Community Services Coalition

    Jackson County Community Services Coalition

    The mission of the Jackson County Community Services Coalition is to be a positive influence in the lives we touch on a daily basis and to develop and implement programs to benefit children, youth, adults, senior citizens and community organizations along the Mississippi Gulf Coast in a timely, efficient and respectful manner.

  • Southwest Police Motorcycle Training & Competition

    Southwest Police Motorcycle Training & Competition

    The Phoenix Police Department Traffic Bureau is proud to be hosting the 13th annual Southwest Police Motorcycle Training and Competition. The event is an opportunity for motor officers to share training techniques, while participating in a friendly competition. The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for Special Olympics. All proceeds raised directly benefit the athletes of Special Olympics Arizona through the Law Enforcement Torch Run.

  • Bicycle Tour of Colorado

    Bicycle Tour of Colorado

    The Bicycle Tour of Colorado is a fully supported bicycle tour in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. They provide camping services, baggage transportation, route maps, road markings, aid stations, bicycle repair services and medical support.

  • Achilles

    Achilles

    The mission of Achilles Track Club is to enable people with all types of disabilities to participate in mainstream athletics, to promote personal achievement, enhanced self esteem, and the lowering of barriers between people.

  • Marine Corps Marathon

    Marine Corps Marathon

    In 1976, the first Marine Corps Marathon welcomed nearly 2,000 runners to the start line. Only four of those original runners have participated in every MCM.

  • Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society

    Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society

    Founded in 1904, the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society is a private non-profit charitable organization.

  • Packages From Home

    Packages From Home

    The mission of Packages From Home is to send care and comfort packages to deployed American military heroes who are stationed in active duty theaters around the world, as well as to facilitate activities that elevate morale of all veterans.

  • Run for the Fallen

    Run for the Fallen

    Run for the Fallen is a collective of runners whose mission is clear and simple: To run one mile for every American service member killed in Operation Iraqi Freedom.

  • Soldier Ride

    Soldier Ride

    The Wounded Warrior Project Solder Ride is a rehabilitative cycling program for wounded warriors. For many of these combat-wounded veterans, Solder Ride provides the first steps in the return to an active lifestyle.

  • United War Veterans Council

    United War Veterans Council

    The United War Veterans Council (UWVC) of New York County, Inc., is a non-profit organization that is responsible for hosting and producing Veterans Day ceremonies and other recognition and memorial events in NYC. The UWVC is the keeper of a tradition that dates back to the Civil War, when veterans of the Grand Army of the Republic would meet each year to remember their fallen comrades.

  • USO Troupe of Metropolitan New York

    U S O

    Since 1941, the USO has served as a “home away from home" for the men and women of our Armed Forces during war and peace and as the main support link between Americans and our men and women in uniform.

  • Vietnam Veterans of America

    Founded in 1978, Vietnam Veterans of America is the only national Vietnam veterans organization congressionally chartered and exclusively dedicated to Vietnam-era veterans and their families.

  • Wounded Warrior Project

    Wounded Warrior Project

    The mission of the Wounded Warrior Project is to honor and empower wounded warriors. “Honoring and Empowering wounded warriors.”

  • USA Luge

    USA Luge

    The United States Luge Association (USLA)/USA Luge is an Olympic class member organization of the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and is the National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport of luge in the United States.

  • Road and Travel Magazine

    Road and Travel Magazine

    Road and Travel Magazine is committed to the advancement of women by providing content from which they can make informed and educated decisions regarding their automotive, travel, and personal safety needs.

  • The American Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association

    The American Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association

    The American Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association (ADTSEA) is the professional association which represents traffic safety educators throughout the United States and abroad. As a national advocate for quality traffic safety education, ADTSEA creates and publishes policies and guidelines for the discipline.

  • Kids4Kures

    Kids4Kures

    Kids4Kures help kids make a difference in finding a cure for cancer. Profits from the sale of Kids4Kures greeting cards support nonprofit cancer charities. Kids4Kures was started by a 10 year old who really believed that kids can make a difference in the world. We can all work hard together to help find a cure, and hopefully soon! Visit kids4kures.org to purchase and support the fight against cancer.