“By working at Hempel, all colleagues contribute to the work of the Hempel Foundation through their daily work,” said Michael Hansen, Group President and CEO of Hempel A/S. “The Foundation’s work is a great source of pride and inspiration for all of us at Hempel. It shows us that we can make a difference by doing what we do best: deliver trusted solutions that protect assets, beautify spaces and enhance lives.” 

The Hempel Foundation typically receives annual dividends from Hempel A/S. Historically, this has been around half of the net profit after taxes generated by the company. In 2022, this equated to approximately €3000 each from everyone working at Hempel. 

By 2030, the Foundation aims to reach 1 million children in low-income countries with quality basic education. Working with global conservation partners, the Foundation aims to protect 5 million hectares of the most vital tropical forests by 2030. The Foundation has laid grounds for a world-leading education, research and innovation centre at the Technical University of Denmark to make coatings and surface protection more effective and sustainable. 

Every year, a group of Hempel colleagues are invited to join an “iWitness tour” to experience the global work of the Hempel Foundation first-hand. Previous years’ destinations include Rwanda, Uganda and Indonesia. Hempel colleagues of all backgrounds and across locations are invited to apply and learn more about the Hempel Foundation and its projects.