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The packaging and processing industry is vital to our daily lives, but who will carry it forward?

By supporting the PMMI Foundation, you're playing a pivotal role in ensuring the industry's continued success and development.

Whether it's a little or a lot, your generosity is appreciated.

In 2024, the PMMI Foundation invested over $1.6 million in programs to inspire and empower the next generation of packaging and processing leaders. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, partners, and PMMI members, we are able to provide scholarships, fund STEM initiatives, and engage thousands of students through hands-on educational experiences.

Your Contribution Makes a Difference

Here are some ways your gift of money or your time can make a positive impact on the packaging and processing industry:

Help Close the Skills Gap

Your contribution to the PMMI Foundation supports scholarships, educational programs, and initiatives aimed at closing the skills gap in the packaging and processing industry. Together, we can secure a bright future for the next generation of industry leaders.

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Empower Tomorrow’s Innovators

Innovation is the lifeblood of the packaging and processing industry. The PMMI Foundation funds FIRST Robotics teams and educational programs, equipping future innovators with the skills and experience to drive advancements in efficiency, sustainability, and safety.

Inspire Future Talent

Through a partnership with SparkForce ™, the PMMI Foundation supports manufacturing summer camps for kids ages 12–16. These camps inspire the next generation to explore careers in manufacturing, bridging the skills gap and shaping the workforce of tomorrow.

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Your donation empowers the next generation of industry leaders and fosters a promising future for the industry as a whole.

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The PMMI Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, and all donations are tax-deductible.