CSR reporting

Arrow Electronics develops technology solutions that improve business and daily life. We seek to apply the power of technology and innovation to address the world’s economic, social and environmental issues. Transparency in reporting is essential in demonstrating our commitment to ethical business practices and respect for people and the planet.

We update our business policies and practices on our own platforms and in partnership with several independent corporate responsibility initiatives. Making this information accessible promotes transparency and collaboration with our employees, customers, and stakeholders.

Belle’s Dragon

Thirteen-year-old Belle Cress dreams big. When Belle was diagnosed with bone cancer, doctors said having a live pet was too risky. So she asked Make-A-Wish Colorado for a pet dragon. And not a toy, but a “real” silkwing dragon, like a character in her favorite fantasy novels.

More about Belle

The DANI Project

Dani Caverzaschi is a professional tennis player currently ranked in the top-11 worldwide in the wheelchair division. The DANI Project provides him with data-driven technologies that can help him reach new levels of mobility and performance.

Prometeo

In 2020, it seemed like the world was on fire. Millions of acres burned in Australia, Brazil, the United States, and even the Arctic.

With Arrow’s help, Barcelona-based startup Prometeo is working to deploy a new technology solution that will safeguard the health of firefighters in the field.

More about Prometeo

DigiTruck

Since 2015, Arrow and nonprofits Close the Gap and Neema International have helped bridge the digital divide in East Africa through the DigiTruck, a fleet of a mobile, solar-powered technology classrooms built from used cargo containers.

When the pandemic closed schools in Africa and the DigiTruck classrooms, Arrow supported efforts to help students learn at home and gain access to essential goods.

More about DigiTruck

SAM Car

Two decades after a crash left him paralyzed and ended his racing career, former IndyCar driver Sam Schmidt returned to competition. In October 2020, Schmidt raced in the Optima Ultimate Street Car Challenge in Bowling Green, Ky. He was driving the newest version of the Semi-Autonomous Motorcar - a modified 2020 Chevrolet Corvette that Schmidt can operate safely and independently using head controls and voice commands.

More about Sam

Arrow Electronics believes that technology can improve people’s lives. We collaborate with innovators to develop solutions that make life more fulfilling and prosperous. In doing so, Arrow does more than extend technology’s influence and grow our market share —
we become part of the humanitarian solution.

We believe it is our responsibility to make the benefits of technology available to everyone, and we insist on doing it the right way.

- Sean Kerins, President and CEO

3.1 million
People helped directly

8.6 million
People helped indirectly

20.2 million
People helped by Arrow supported organizations

45
Global locations of CSR programs

7.7 million
Women and girls helped

5.9 million
Overall education impact

47,399
Students supported

145
Scholarships and grants

Award for The World's Most Admired Companies

FORTUNE’s World’s Most Admired Companies

Topped our category for the ninth consecutive year, including #1 in CSR


2021 Edison Silver Award for Social Innovation

Third consecutive year that Arrow has received an Edison award for developing one of the world’s “best of the best” new products

United Nations Global Compact goals

Arrow has been a signatory of the UNGC since 2011. As part of the UNGC, we agree to uphold the following goals, which are most relevant to our global business operations, and report on progress annually. For more information on Diversity and Inclusion, Environmental Performance, Systems Certifications, and Greenhouse Gas Emissions, please see our 2022 ESG report.

Working with Stakeholders

Arrow reports corporate responsibility actions through the annual Environmental, Social, and Governance report, Conflict Minerals Report, Carbon Disclosure Project, Environmental Policy, the Worldwide Code of Business Conduct & Ethics and Business Partner Code of Conduct, as well as the UN Global Compact and other independent initiatives.

Working with Customers

Arrow measures and reports on CSR efforts including environmental sustainability, labor practices, fair business practices and sustainable procurement. Additionally, Arrow takes a holistic look at corporate citizenship efforts from investments in the community to environmental impact.