Be collaborative. Be trustworthy. Be a force for good.
These are principles that guide our efforts to make a difference in the world. At Ares Management Corporation (“Ares” or the “Firm”), we aspire to be a leader in how we give to — and engage with — the communities where we do business.
Our core values — to be Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware and Trustworthy — motivate us to partner with likeminded nonprofit organizations to innovate and implement practical solutions to some of society’s most pressing concerns. Empathy and caring are first and foremost when we consider how best our philanthropy can truly help improve people’s quality of life.
Our Philanthropy Puts People First
Our grantmaking, employee engagement, and corporate sponsorships and support help exemplify Ares’ commitment to enable positive societal impact.
Ares Charitable Foundation (the “Ares Foundation”) is a 501(c)(3) qualifying organization sponsored by Ares that envisions a world in which people benefit from equitable access to knowledge, resources and opportunities so that they can achieve their full potential. Launched in 2021, the Ares Foundation’s mission is to help accelerate economic equity and equality by supporting nonprofits and initiatives that provide career preparation and reskilling, encourage entrepreneurship and deepen individuals’ understanding of personal finance.
Ares in Motion (“AIM”) empowers team members to support local communities and nonprofits. Started in 2012, AIM engages employees in grassroots volunteerism, encourages their service with nonprofit boards and other pro bono opportunities, and amplifies their personal donations with charitable matches.
Corporate Contributions allow us to sponsor and support charitable causes that address challenges — including those that are unexpected yet highly consequential — affecting the world in which we live.
