Kodiak golf tourney raises 500K for charity
Kodiak Building Partners recently brought in $500,000 for its foundation through its first annual charitable golf tournament.
The event brought together golf enthusiasts, philanthropists, and industry leaders for the largest philanthropic effort organized by the Kodiak Building Partners Foundation, which was established as a 501(c)(3) organization to help families and children in need.
“We are grateful for everyone who participated in our first annual charity golf tournament and humbled by the collective force of generosity that enables the Kodiak Foundation to give back and enrich the communities we do business in,” said Chief Executive Officer of Kodiak Building Partners Steve Swinney. “The success of this event underscores the real-world impact we can achieve when communities and businesses join hands for a common cause.”
Kodiak will contribute funds raised to the following organizations:
Project Hood: A non-profit organization committed to community development, economic empowerment, and social justice in Chicago.
St. Jude Dream Chicago: A regional initiative of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, focused on fundraising and awareness in the Chicago area to support the fight against childhood cancer.
TLC Learning Center: Dedicated to providing education and therapeutic services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in Colorado.
Caruso Foundation: A charitable organization in Colorado supporting various community needs, including education, healthcare, and disaster relief.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Texas: A world-renowned research and treatment center focused on pediatric catastrophic diseases.
A video about Kodiak's efforts can viewed here:
The board of directors that oversees the Kodiak Foundation underwent an exhaustive selection process to distribute funds in the most meaningful capacity, the building materials distributor said. The goal of the foundation is to ensure that the maximum number of children and families will benefit from the tournament’s proceeds.
To date, this includes distributions to a number of organizations in communities where Kodiak and its operating partners are located. Kodiak’s foundation will continue to vet opportunities to make a difference through philanthropic donations as it looks to build on the success of this year’s charity golf tournament with similar events in the future.
President of the Kodiak Building Partners Foundation Jeff Jones said, “By contributing to organizations like Project Hood, TLC Learning Center, Caruso Foundation, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, we're not just writing checks—we’re actively shaping positive change in the lives of those who need it most.”
“This is not just charity—it's a testament to our shared values and a step towards a future where the Kodiak Foundation's impact,” Jones added.
Based in Englewood, Colorado, Kodiak Building Partners operates 37 companies with 128 locations in 29 states. Kodiak was founded in 2011 and has more than 6,400 employees.
