activities · 9
what they do
direct service · 9
- Awarding scholarships for architecture, engineering, and construction trades Targeted Educational ScholarshipsProvides scholarships to students pursuing education and training in architecture, engineering, trades, and construction apprenticeships, including specific funds like the Al Burlini AIA Scholarship, Robert & Dee Herschberger Foreign Travel Scholarship, Harold Pedersen AIA Scholarship, and Lawrence Monrad Engineering Scholarship. In 2017, $8,800 was awarded in scholarships.
- Awarding scholarships for architecture, engineering, and construction trades Targeted Educational ScholarshipsProvides scholarships to students pursuing education and training in architecture, engineering, and construction trades, including specific funds like the Al Burlini AIA Scholarship, Robert & Dee Herschberger Foreign Travel Scholarship, Harold Pedersen AIA Scholarship, and Lawrence Monrad Engineering Scholarship. The organization awarded $8,800 in scholarships in 2017 and has raised approximately $330,000 for scholarships and construction-related programs.
- Awarding scholarships for architecture, engineering, and construction tradesProvides scholarships to students pursuing education and training in architecture, engineering, trades, and construction apprenticeships, including specific funds like the Al Burlini AIA Scholarship, Robert & Dee Herschberger Foreign Travel Scholarship, Harold Pedersen AIA Scholarship, and Lawrence Monrad Engineering Scholarship. The organization awarded $8,800 in scholarships in 2017 and participates in funding scholarships at the University of Arizona, Pima Community College, and the Arizona Builders Alliance.
- Hosting the Building Industry Golf (BIG) Tournament Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsOrganizes an annual golf tournament to raise funds for organizational support and educational programs, including an awards luncheon for participants.
- Hosting the Building Industry Golf (BIG) Tournament Charity Golf Tournament SponsorshipOrganizes an annual golf tournament, known as the BIG (Building Industry Golf) Tournament, to raise funds for organizational support and educational programs. This event includes an awards luncheon for participants.
- Hosting the Building Industry Golf (BIG) Tournament Charity Golf Tournament SponsorshipOrganizes an annual golf tournament, known as the BIG (Building Industry Golf) Tournament, each fall to raise funds for organizational support and educational programs. The event includes an awards luncheon for participants.
- Hosting the Cornerstone Awards and BanquetOrganizes and hosts the annual Cornerstone Awards, a gala event held in the spring or November, to recognize excellence in workmanship, skill, responsibility, and integrity within the building development industry. The event also celebrates nominees and announces the Dream Team, and includes the Jerry Wyatt Community Service Award.
- Hosting the Cornerstone Awards and GalaOrganizes the annual Cornerstone Awards to recognize excellence in workmanship, skill, responsibility, and integrity within the building development industry. This includes an annual gala dinner held in the spring or November to celebrate award nominees, announce Dream Team winners, and present community service awards like the Jerry Wyatt Community Service Award and Shirley Dail Community Service Award.
- Hosting the Cornerstone Awards and GalaOrganizes an annual gala event to recognize excellence in workmanship, skill, responsibility, and integrity within the building development industry, including the presentation of the Jerry Wyatt Community Service Award and the Shirley Dail Community Service Award, and recognizing Dream Team winners.
strategies · 12
how they think
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- Advancing AEC industries through academic and experiential scholarships scholarship_and_experiential_learningThe organization supports the architecture, engineering, and construction industries by providing scholarships that reward academic achievement and offering opportunities for students to gain first-hand experience, including international urban architecture studies. This strategy aims to develop future professionals and promote mentorship within the field.
- Advancing Industry through Scholarship and Experiential Learning scholarship_programThe organization supports the growth and development of the architecture, engineering, and construction industries by providing scholarships to reward academic achievement and offering experiential learning opportunities. These opportunities include international urban architecture experiences and mentorship promotion, aiming to broaden students' understanding of the profession and encourage their entry into the field.
- Community Engagement and Fundraising through Events event-based_fundraisingThe organization utilizes community events, such as annual golf tournaments, as a dual strategy for fundraising and community engagement. These events generate financial support for operational and educational initiatives while also providing networking and promotional opportunities for sponsors, fostering stronger relationships within the community.
- Community engagement and fundraising through events event_based_fundraisingThe organization utilizes event-based activities, such as annual golf tournaments, to engage the community, provide promotional opportunities for sponsors, and raise funds for its operations and educational initiatives.
- Event-based fundraising with sponsor engagement event-based_fundraisingUses annual events, particularly golf tournaments, as a dual-purpose strategy for community engagement and fundraising, offering structured sponsorship packages with promotional recognition and networking opportunities to attract support.
- Facilitating Industry Collaboration collaboration_facilitationThe organization actively fosters an exchange of ideas among architects, contractors, and other collaborating organizations within the construction industry. This approach aims to develop stronger working relationships and promote collective advancement within the sector.
- Facilitation of cross-disciplinary collaboration in construction collaboration_facilitationStrengthens professional relationships across the building industry by creating forums for idea exchange among architects, contractors, and allied organizations, fostering collaboration and mutual understanding.
- Fostering industry collaboration and excellence through recognition awards_and_collaborationThe organization facilitates an exchange of ideas among construction industry professionals to strengthen working relationships and recognizes excellence in project delivery and individual contributions through an annual awards program. This approach aims to elevate standards and celebrate skill, responsibility, and integrity within the industry.
- Peer-recognized awards program to honor industry excellence awards_programRecognizes outstanding contributions in the construction and building industry through an annual awards program that uses peer nomination and a review panel of industry representatives and past recipients to validate excellence in workmanship, project delivery, and professional values.
- Promoting Industry Excellence through Awards and Recognition awards_programThe organization fosters high standards in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries by recognizing excellence in workmanship, skill, responsibility, and integrity through an annual awards program. This program involves soliciting nominations from industry professionals and utilizing a peer review panel to select recipients, thereby celebrating and encouraging quality project delivery and professional conduct.
- Scholarship Administration through Independent Foundation scholarship administration through independent foundationThe organization administers scholarships through a dedicated charitable foundation. This mechanism allows for the efficient management of funds contributed by the organization, its member groups, and external sources, ensuring sustained support for academic excellence in relevant fields.
- Scholarship and experiential learning support for AEC students scholarship_programAdvances the architecture, engineering, and construction professions by administering scholarships for academic excellence and supporting experiential learning opportunities, including international urban architecture exposure and mentorship, to broaden student perspectives beyond design.
named programs · 2
what they call their work
Awards Gala
Annual awards gala recognizing achievements within the local building industry, serving as a fundraising and community engagement event
Building Industry Golf Tournament
Annual golf tournament event bringing together building industry professionals in Tucson, AZ for fundraising and networking
relationships · 33
who they work with
- ABA Partner — Members are asked to nominate industry partners for awards.
- ABA Partner — Professional construction organization whose members nominate partners for the Cornerstone Awards
- ABA (Associated Builders and Contractors) Partner — Organizational affiliation through multiple board members, including Carl Kaufman and Ryan Knapp, with Carl having chaired multiple committees and serving as ABA Chairman in 2024
- ACEC Partner — Members are asked to nominate industry partners for awards.
- ACEC Partner — Professional construction organization whose members nominate partners for the Cornerstone Awards
- AIA Partner — Members are asked to nominate industry partners for awards.
- AIA Partner — Professional construction organization whose members nominate partners for the Cornerstone Awards
- AIA Southern Arizona Chapter Partner — Organizational affiliation through board member Evan Eglin, who has served as Director
- American Council of Engineering Companies of Arizona (ACEC) Partner — Expanded membership to include this organization in 1999.
- American Council of Engineering Companies of Arizona (ACEC) Partner — Organizational affiliation through board member Jay Alexander, who is active in ACEC and previously chaired a committee
- American Institute of Architects Southern Arizona Chapter Partner — Joined with the Arizona Builders Alliance Southern Division to form the nonprofit group in 1994.
- Arizona Builders Alliance Partner — Received funding for apprenticeship program from CBF Charities
- Arizona Builders Alliance Southern Division Partner — Joined with the American Institute of Architects Southern Arizona Chapter to form the nonprofit group in 1994.
- Arizona Builders’ Alliance Partner — Contributes to the Robert & Dee Herschberger Foreign Travel Scholarship Fund.
- BizTucson Magazine Partner — Joined as the official media partner of the Foundation in 2011.
- Building Industry Golf Tournament Partner — Co-hosted or affiliated event focused on community building and fundraising
- CBF Charities Partner — Entity through which educational programs and scholarships are supported via funds raised by the BIG Tournament
- CHASSE Building Team Partner — Title sponsor for the 31st Annual BIG (Building Industry Golf) Tournament.
- CORE Construction Partner — Title sponsor for the 31st Annual BIG (Building Industry Golf) Tournament.
- CSI Partner — Members are asked to nominate industry partners for awards.
- CSI Partner — Professional construction organization whose members nominate partners for the Cornerstone Awards
- CSI Tucson Chapter Partner — Organizational affiliation through board members Randall D. Harris and Gregory Markling, with Harris serving as current Chapter President
- Chasse Building Team Funder — Served as a co-named sponsor of the annual BIG Tournament in 2022.
- Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Partner — Added as a member organization in 2000.
- Core Construction Funder — Served as a co-named sponsor of the annual BIG Tournament in 2022.
- NAWIC Partner — Members are asked to nominate industry partners for awards.
- NAWIC Partner — Professional construction organization whose members nominate partners for the Cornerstone Awards
- National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Partner — Expanded membership to include this organization in 1999.
- Southwest Gas Funder — Partnered with the Foundation from its beginning and sponsored the annual Cornerstone Awards Banquet for 27 years until 2021.
- University of Arizona Partner — Multiple board members are alumni, including Randall D. Harris, Jay Alexander, and Ryan Knapp, indicating institutional connection
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