2020 Philanthropy Annual Report

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With so many vulnerable communities impacted by COVID-19, the Opus Foundation® quickly mobilized an emergency response to fund nonprofits in all of our markets serving those communities and their people.

As nonprofits quickly pivoted their work to serve the greatest needs of their communities in the most efficient and safe ways, the Opus Foundation responded by broadening guidelines and expediting funding timelines to support these crucial efforts.

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See the full list of 2020 Grantees

The Opus Foundation operates from a healthy endowment and has awarded more than $47.7 million in grants since its inception in 2000. Now, the Foundation is embarking on a long-term initiative to expand the impact of its resources. On top of granting more than $3 million each year, the Foundation will support qualifying organizations with impact investments.

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The unusual year changed how, when and where we volunteered – and with whom.

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Many associates continued to give back individually, and others found new ways to give back this year.

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Launched in 2017, the Opus Volunteer Council was designed to engage associates who are committed to volunteerism. Office Champions plan volunteer activities throughout the year that improve the communities in ways personal to them.

Opus associates receive two days per calendar year to volunteer in ways that enhance and improve the communities in which we live and work. Associates are able to choose their own community initiative.

The Building Community Award honors and celebrates our founder's philanthropic legacy and our history. Gerry Rauenhorst was committed to finding a better way to build a business, community and value-centered life. With an enduring belief that business has a responsibility to strengthen society, Gerry ensured giving back was a cornerstone of our organization.

We recognize one winning nonprofit with a grant valued at $1,000 for each year of our organization's history and $5,000 to each of the remaining seven finalists.

Future Builders is our strategic focus on introducing and preparing youth for careers in the construction industry. A true partnership between the Foundation and associates, it pairs strategic grantmaking and hands-on activities planned and executed by associates

An unusual year didn't stop our annual United Way campaign. It may have looked a lot different, but it was still a success.

Recent tragic events have reinforced the urgent need to acknowledge racism and embrace diversity. We aren't just deeply concerned. Building off our strong core values of respect, stewardship, innovation and safety, we're taking thoughtful, deliberate steps to respond and encourage greater diversity, equity and inclusion in our industry and communities. We look forward to being able to share our actions and accomplishments in the future.

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