“Bayer” Clubs

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.
 

Learn more about Bayer and sports here.

In addition to its commitment to sports, Bayer is also active in the cultural sector.

Cultural engagement has a long tradition at Bayer AG. Since 1907, the company has been dedicated to this area and continues to serve as an organizer and supporter at its locations.
 

Supporting several cultural associations, which have been independent since 2012, is an important aspect of Bayer AG's social commitment. At the Leverkusen site, for example, the Bayer Philharmonic Orchestra and the Bayer Wind Orchestra (websites in German) can look back on more than 100 years of existence. Both employees and non-employees develop their talents within these clubs.
 

The clubs are also an integral part of the stARTfestival. Bayer’s cultural department includes them in the program each year with their own concerts, providing exciting opportunities for encounters and further development.

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).