Luvs is a well-known brand of absorbent, disposable diapers manufactured by Procter and Gamble. The company operates an active social responsibility program called Live, Learn and Thrive, and sponsors projects and causes around the world. Procter and Gamble has a competitive grants program to support activities consistent with the themes of Live, Learn and Thrive.
Luvs
Luvs diapers are a widely-marketed brand of disposable diapers made with an adsorbent gel. Luvs come in seven sizes, ranging from newborn to large diapers for infants weighing 35 pounds or more. Luvs also markets disposable pre-moistened wipes for babies.
Procter and Gamble
Procter and Gamble, the manufacturer of Luvs diapers, is a major international consumer goods company that markets household products and beauty and grooming aids. Some of the company's well-known brands include Gillette, Olay, Old Spice and Pringles. The company trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol PG and is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Live, Learn and Thrive
Procter and Gamble's Live, Learn and Thrive program focuses on enhancing the health and well-being of children around the world. The program has helped more than 300 million children since its inception, according the Proctor and Gamble website. The program -- which includes grants, volunteer work, product donations and other forms of assistance -- supports more than 100 active programs in 60 countries.
Grants
Live, Learn and Thrive operates a competitive grants program that provides funding to nonprofit organizations. Grant requests are considered during two funding cycles, from July to September, and again from December to February. The grant program has an online self-evaluation questionnaire to assist organizations in evaluating their eligibility for grants. The application process is also available online.
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