- Sports & Cultural Engagement
“Bayer” Clubs
As a life science company, Bayer has been actively engaged for over 120 years in the areas of sports, arts and culture, and volunteer work. The supported clubs are involved around Bayer locations in children's and youth sports, as well as recreational and popular sports, parasports, and competitive sports, as well as in various cultural activities and hobbies.
The "Bayer" clubs offer a diverse and modern program that caters to the individual interests of athletes and makes a valuable contribution to social responsibility. The largest supported club, TSV Bayer 04 Leverkusen, has about 10,000 members. Bayer prioritizes the promotion of sports around its corporate locations, with a strong focus on engagement in parasports and responsible youth development. By supporting various sports activities, Bayer embraces its social responsibility, particularly in the realms of inclusion, diversity, and health, leading to positive impacts on society through its extensive sports initiatives. The "Bayer" clubs provide both competitive and recreational athletes with optimal training conditions, backed by outstanding infrastructure and skilled coaches. Key elements of many "Bayer" clubs' strategies and offerings include health promotion, youth development, childcare, collaborations with schools, volunteer involvement, and programs for non-members. The strong bond between the sports clubs and Bayer AG can be traced back to the early 20th century, reflected in the inclusion of the company name and the Bayer cross in the clubs’ emblems and sports apparel.
Cultural Clubs
In addition to its commitment to sports, Bayer is also active in the cultural sector. Art promotion has a long tradition at Bayer. As early as 1907, the company dedicated itself to this field and continues to be active as an organizer and promoter at its locations to this day.
Supporting multiple cultural clubs that have been independent since 2012 is an important aspect of Bayer's societal commitment. At the Leverkusen site, for example, the Bayer Philharmonic Orchestra, the Bayer Men's Choir, and the Bayer Wind Orchestra can look back on a history spanning over 100 years. Both employees and non-employees develop their talents in these clubs.
With these diverse offerings in the sports, cultural, and artistic fields, as well as social engagement, Bayer contributes to a varied leisure experience at its company locations. Other activities include foundations and support for further education programs (AKADA).