CDW Social Impact
At CDW, everything we do is guided by our purpose, culture and values.
Empowering communities around the world is core to our company culture. Our commitment to making a lasting difference is underpinned by our foundational beliefs that everyone should have equitable opportunities and be able to experience the unlimited possibilities that technology unlocks.
Social Impact is an important driver of CDW’s culture and success. We can’t do this work in isolation, so we collaborate with coworkers, nonprofit partners and the community to advance digital equity globally.
I am incredibly proud of our coworkers and excited about our future path. Let’s make amazing happen!”
Christine A. Leahy,
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Our Social Impact Values
Trust
The ability to act with integrity and respect, be transparent and reliable in all our engagements, and remain equitable in everything we do.
Connection
The ability to be humble, inclusive and caring, acknowledging we don’t know all the answers, but can work together to find them.
Commitment
The ability to keep promises, make things happen with passion and urgency, and always learn, improve and grow.
Advancing Digital Equity
With a steadfast focus on digital equity, we drive meaningful progress by:
Providing Tech Access
We help ensure people have access to the technology they need, including computers, software and internet connectivity.
Supporting Education
We power initiatives that excite learners about science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), including computer science and digital literacy.
Building Our Workforce
We're committed to diversity and inclusion and are actively creating a technology industry that reflects the world we live in.
Empowering Our Communities
We partner with nonprofits around the world to advance digital equity together.
In 2023, CDW invested more than $1.1 million in 70 nonprofit partners.
CDW provides technology, volunteerism and funding to bridge the digital divide and reduce e-waste through the refurbishment and distribution of gently used, donated computers.
CDW serves as a host site partner for All Star Code's Summer Intensive Program, which prepares young men of color for the future of work. With a focus on computer science exposure, the program cultivates an entrepreneurial brotherhood and develops a talent pipeline to help close the racial opportunity gap in the tech industry.
CDW coworkers across the U.S. support Per Scholas through board membership and volunteerism to provide rigorous, no-cost training for tech careers and connect skilled talent to leading businesses.
With the support of CDW, Out in Tech, the world’s largest nonprofit community of LGBTQ+ tech leaders, brings together more than 40,000 individuals to create opportunities for members to advance their careers, grow their networks, and leverage tech for social change.
Become a Social Impact Digital Equity Partner
Is your work advancing digital equity in access, education or workforce development? As part of our Social Impact program, our grants help organizations do meaningful work in our communities.
For questions, contact us at SocialImpact@CDW.com.
Engaging Our Coworkers
We engage and empower our coworkers to support the causes that matter most to them. Eligible coworkers receive eight hours of paid time off each year for volunteer work. Through our Matching Charitable Gifts Program, CDW also doubles the impact of coworkers’ charitable donations to eligible nonprofits.
1,316
coworkers donated a total of $667,976 to 1,263 nonprofits
1,100
coworkers contributed 8,329 hours of volunteer time
$1.6 Million
total distributed in matching gifts and nonprofit partner investment
Learn more about our Social Impact achievements and CDW milestones in People, Planet, Partnerships and Practices.
Our Coworkers Around the World
INDIA
SMILES Program
CDW coworkers in Chennai, India, celebrated the 10th anniversary of SMILES, an impactful CSR initiative to support underprivileged children and communities. CDW welcomed 60+ children from care homes to the office, where they engaged in a day of art, laughter and community building.
Learn More About CDW Social Impact
2023 ESG Report
Learn more about our Social Impact efforts and impact in 2023.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Explore our DE&I Culture, Business Resource Groups, Life & Careers at CDW and more.
Business Diversity Program
Our program builds partnerships with diverse suppliers and works side-by-side with them to serve our customers.
Social Impact Videos
Hear about our work directly from coworkers and partners. Watch more videos on the CDW YouTube Channel.