The Xerox Foundation is the arm of Xerox Corporation that gives back to communities and supports employees. The foundation participates in education and social service initiatives through its commitment to a program of grants to colleges and universities. Xerox is also involved in supporting the advance of knowledge in science and technology. The foundation supports employees that take fully paid leaves of absence to work on social action projects; engages in United Way service projects; matches employees contributions to institutions of higher education; and sponsors community involvement through employee teams. Xerox Corporation employs more than 55,000 people throughout the world. Its shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol XRX. The organization is based in Norwalk, Conn.