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Community Commitment

For 120 years, we've believed in giving back to the communities we serve. Our philanthropic work is as fundamental to our mission as the infrastructure we build.

$250K+

Annual Community Investment

200+

Volunteer Hours

10+

Charitable foundations

Our Commitment to Community

John Burns’ Giving Team was established to champion employee-led philanthropy and
expand our impact beyond the jobsite. Rooted in our mission to connect people and imporove their lives, the giving team
creates opportunities for charitable giving, strategic partnerships, and
hands on volunteerism across the communities we serve. Through this commitment, we have
contributed over $2 million to organizations throughout the City of Chicago, creating measurable
impact beyond the projects we build.
Our Impact

Philanthropy Initiatives

Here at John Burns we believe in community. From the communities that we work in to the non-profits near and dear to us, we are committed to lending a helping hand year-round.

Annual Charity Shootout

On June 5th, 2025 John Burns held our 10th Annual Charity Clay Shootout. We’d like to humbly thank all of our Donors and Participants for joining us. We raised over $150,000 this year! Following the event, our Giving Team met and distributed to the following Charities:

Convoy of Hope

1,000 Bags of Groceries to Families in Chicago

2025
John Burns is proud to support Convoy of Hope’s mission by actively participating in fundraising and community-driven initiatives throughout the Chicago area. Through employee engagement and charitable events, our team helps raise funds and awareness that directly contribute to Convoy’s hunger relief, disaster response, and community outreach programs. These efforts reflect our commitment to connecting people and improving lives by extending our impact beyond the jobsite and into the communities we serve. In December 2025, over 20 John Burns employees and their families worked alongside Convoy of Hope to distribute 1,000 bags of groceries to families in the Chicagoland area.
20 JB Employees Came Out To Help
1,000 Bags of Groceries
Community Voices

Stories of Impact

Hear from the people and organizations we've been honored to serve

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When the tornado hit our community, John Burns was there within 24 hours helping restore critical gas and electrical infrastructure. They're true partners in our community.
Robert Chen
Mayor, Oak Grove
Texas

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The scholarship I received from John Burns Construction changed my life. Now I'm working as a project engineer, and I plan to give back the same way they gave to me.
James Patterson
Scholarship Recipient
Class of 2022

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John Burns Construction didn't just install the utilities for our new community center - they donated their entire services. Their commitment to giving back is truly exceptional.
Maria Gonzalez
West Side Community Center
Chicago, IL

Get Involved

Whether you're a non-profit organization seeking support, a student looking for opportunities, or a community leader with a vision, we want to hear from you.
Partnership Opportunities
Collaborate with us on community infrastructure projects
Scholarship Applications
Apply for our annual construction education scholarships
Volunteer Programs
Join our team members in community service projects

Request Support

Submit your request for philanthropic support or partnership opportunities. We review all submissions and prioritize projects that align with our community mission.

Building a Legacy of Service

Join us in our mission to strengthen communities through infrastructure excellence and meaningful philanthropy.