Chandeliers, clinking glasses, vegan options, people dressed to the nines—this doesn’t sound like the world of construction. But make no mistake: when it comes to corporate philanthropy and giving back to our community, Sundt definitely has a seat at the table.
Sundt was named as a finalist for the Community Impact Large Award along with Phoenix Children’s Hospital and winner Alliance Bank of Arizona. Sundt Foundation Chair, Marian Enriquez, was honored by our selection. “The heart of our corporate philanthropy is embedded in Sundt’s culture,” she said. “The real differentiator for us is how we empower our employee-owners to actively make a difference in the communities where they live and work. We’re looking forward to another big milestone in 2019, as the Sundt Foundation is celebrating its 20th anniversary.”
Clearly, the Phoenix business community has a big heart. Sundt was one of many companies honored at the Phoenix Business Journal’s Corporate Philanthropy Awards for the amazing things their employees are doing in our city. Some firms give directly to various causes while others operate charitable foundations; some donate equipment or in-kind services, and others serve as volunteers.
Beyond the numbers—the millions of dollars donated and hundreds of thousands of hours served—what stood out most was the stories people shared about caring for others: a community diaper bank for young parents in need; an initiative for creating affordable housing; STEM programs for girls in Namibia; grants for local public school teachers. The list goes on. When told altogether, these stories reveal the character of our city, where getting involved is just good business practice. CEO Marc Schmittlein of CopperPoint Insurance, who won the Community Impact Medium Award, said it best: “Phoenix is the sixth largest city in the country, but it may be the number-one city when it comes to giving back.”
Visit the Phoenix Business Journal to read more about Sundt’s impact.