2017 Building Community Award
Continuing the Legacy of Giving
To honor our founder's legacy of giving, we launched the Gerry Rauenhorst Building Community Award in 2015. The third annual Award provided one nonprofit organization with $64,000 to commemorate our rich history and tradition that began 64 years ago.
Fueled by unwavering optimism, Gerry Rauenhorst demonstrated an entrepreneurial spirit, creativity and a commitment to finding a better way to build a business, community and a 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.
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2017 Building Community Award Winner
2017 Finalists
Recognizing the important contributions of all the organizations, each of the remaining seven finalists received a $1,000 grant.
Chicago Lights
Chicago Lights provides hope and opportunity to Chicagoans facing the challenges of poverty through supportive relationships and diverse programs.
Denver Street School
Denver Street School pours into at-risk students so they become well-balanced, productive, independent members of society, fulfilling our vision for them.
Youth Emergency Services & Shelter
YESS meets the physical, mental and social health needs of children while creating an environment where families can thrive.
Starfish Initiative
Starfish lifts up economically disadvantaged, academically-promising students and provides a path to college and career success.
Cornerstones of Care
Cornerstones of Care is a team of nearly 800 advocates and trauma-informed experts working to improve the safety and health of over 10,000 annually.
Be A Leader Foundation
The Be A Leader Foundation is unwaveringly optimistic and believes every student has the potential to pursue a higher education.
Home Sweet Home
Home Sweet Home is dedicated to providing support and stability to people transitioning out of homelessness by providing them with the necessities for everyday life.