Supporting mission-aligned nonprofits
with pro bono resources.
We’re committed to providing free LinkedIn resources and support to nonprofit organizations that share our vision of creating economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce.
Who we support
We offer tailored pro bono programming to a variety of nonprofits around the world that are dedicated to helping professionals overcome barriers to economic opportunity. This includes organizations that work with veterans, refugees, first-generation college students, and justice-impacted professionals, as well as those advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, addressing climate change, and powering the green economy. Read on to learn more about our pro bono offerings for mission-aligned nonprofits.
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Ad Grants
To help workforce development, environmental sustainability, and equity-focused nonprofits reach the right audiences on LinkedIn, we provide free LinkedIn ads via our Ad Grants program.
Through this program, nonprofits can leverage the LinkedIn platform to build awareness around priority issues, recruit volunteers, hire talent, attract corporate partners, and much more.
Nonprofits are also connected with a LinkedIn advertising expert who can provide 1:1 consultation and best practices to help make the most of the Ad Grant.
To get notified when the next round of Ad Grants opens up, fill out our form to be added to our mailing list.
LinkedIn Premium
Our LinkedIn Premium Program helps to connect professionals overcoming barriers to opportunity by leveraging the power of the LinkedIn platform and Premium tools. We support select workforce development organizations in providing free, 12-month LinkedIn Premium subscriptions to the communities they serve.
If you are a member of the U.S. military community, learn more about Premium offerings available to you.
Volunteer Marketplace
The Volunteer Marketplace helps nonprofits tap into the vast LinkedIn network and attract skilled volunteers by empowering them to post volunteer opportunities on the platform for free.
In partnership with VolunteerMatch, skilled volunteer opportunities posted by nonprofits on VolunteerMatch.org can be automatically posted to LinkedIn as well.
This gives organizations looking for skilled volunteers direct, easy access to the LinkedIn network of one billion global professionals.
To post a free volunteer opportunity on LinkedIn, your nonprofit must have a LinkedIn Page. Learn how to create a free Page here. From there, visit VolunteerMatch’s website to create a free account and begin increasing your volunteer recruitment reach.
Recruiting for Good
Our Recruiting for Good program aims to assist workforce development, environmental sustainability, and equity-focused nonprofits in finding talent for critical executive or highly strategic roles. Our team can provide up to three months of support with tasks like sourcing, initial phone screenings, and editing job descriptions. Nonprofits also receive free access to LinkedIn Recruiter for the duration of the program.
To apply for Recruiting for Good support, email rfgleads@linkedin.com. Our team will be in touch within 4 business days to discuss next steps.
Crisis response
Our pro bono offerings are available year round. However, during periods of crisis, we seek to provide additional product support to nonprofits delivering critical crisis response services.
Ad Grants in action
Discover how nonprofits around the world used their Ad Grants to expand their reach.
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The 10,000 Interns Foundation
The 10,000 Interns Foundation exists to increase paid internships for underrepresented groups in the UK. The Foundation leveraged its Ad Grant to recruit companies to participate and encourage applications from potential interns preparing to launch their careers. The campaigns reached almost 600K LinkedIn members — generating 3,800+ leads and a 52% increase in the Foundation’s Page followers. -
Opportunity@Work
Based in Washington, DC, Opportunity@Work is on a mission to rewire the U.S. labor market so that individuals skilled through alternative routes (STARs) can reach their full career potential. The organization leveraged its Ad Grant to raise awareness of STARs as a talent pool, share resources, and drive adoption of skills-based hiring practices — reaching 2.5M+ LinkedIn members and gaining 5.4M+ post impressions. -
Elemental Excelerator
Hawaii-based Elemental Excelerator is a nonprofit investor focused on scaling climate technologies with deep community impact. Leveraging an Ad Grant to support its career pathways initiatives and disseminate insights on green skilling, Elemental Excelerator was able to reach 1.7M+ LinkedIn members — and drive 82K+ clicks within 3 months. -
LTX Connect
LTX Connect is a platform dedicated to elevating rising Latinx voices centered on culture, innovation, inclusion, and opportunity. Looking to raise awareness of its programming and drive members to sign up for events and other career-oriented opportunities, LTX Connect leveraged its Ad Grant to reach over 1.5M LinkedIn members in just two months — and grow its Page following by 73%. -
YCAB Foundation
Indonesian organization YCAB Foundation is on a mission to improve welfare through education and inclusive financing. The Foundation set out to attract potential employees, interns, and volunteers and develop collaboration opportunities by showcasing its initiatives — leveraging an Ad Grant to reach 1.8M LinkedIn members and generate 410K+ clicks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ad Grants
What organizations are eligible for Ad Grants?
• We support select nonprofit organizations around the world that are directly focused on: Economic Opportunity for Professionals Overcoming Barriers; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; or Environmental Sustainability. We regret that we cannot accept applications from organizations supporting other causes at this time.
• Eligible organizations must be accredited nonprofit organizations and have proper tax documentation confirming their charitable status.
• Eligible nonprofits must also have had an active LinkedIn Company Page for at least 6 months.
What initiatives can Ad Grants be used to promote?
The Ad Grants program specifically supports large-scale initiatives through advertising, such as:
• Building awareness/providing education about a priority issue
• Recruiting program participants
• Recruiting volunteers
• Hiring talent
• Attracting corporate partners
How much funding do Ad Grants provide?
We offer a range of grant sizes. Funding is determined based on application criteria.
How can I apply to receive an Ad Grant?
We offer application periods annually. Please fill out this form to receive updates about when our next application period opens up.
Recruiting for Good
Are we eligible for Recruiting for Good?
• At this time, our program is open to organizations focused on: Economic Opportunity for Professionals Overcoming Barriers; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; or Environmental Sustainability. We regret that we cannot accept applications from organizations supporting other causes at this time.
• Eligible organizations must be accredited nonprofit organizations and have proper tax documentation confirming their charitable status.
• Eligible nonprofits must also have an active LinkedIn Company Page.
What types of roles are eligible for support?
We support critical executive or highly strategic roles. They must be full-time, paid positions.
How can I apply to participate?
To apply for Recruiting for Good support, email rfgleads@linkedin.com.
Volunteer Marketplace
Are we eligible for the Volunteer Marketplace?
We post volunteer opportunities from accredited nonprofits supporting a wide variety of causes.
What types of volunteer roles are eligible?
We focus primarily on skills-based and mentorship opportunities, along with nonprofit board service.
How can I participate?
Nonprofits can participate via our relationship with VolunteerMatch. First, ensure you have an active LinkedIn Page. Then, visit VolunteerMatch.org to get started.
Nonprofits can also post up to one job or volunteer opportunity at a time for free on LinkedIn. Learn more here.
LinkedIn Premium
What are the benefits of LinkedIn Premium?
LinkedIn Premium empowers members to develop skills, enhance their profiles, expand their network, and much more. Please visit here for more information on Premium.
Are we eligible for the LinkedIn Premium program?
• We support select workforce development organizations that work directly with job seekers facing barriers to economic opportunity, such as those who have limited professional networks, are from low-income backgrounds, or are in a transitional period of life. A few examples of organizations we support include those focused on opportunity youth, veterans, refugees, and formerly incarcerated job seekers.
• At this time, the Premium program is only available to current grantees. If you are a workforce development organization directly serving underrepresented job seekers, we invite you to check back in the future for opportunities to participate.
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