Giving Back and Building Connections in 2024

As we look back on 2024, we’re inspired by the meaningful ways our teams – both in the field across the nation and at our corporate office in Avon, Minnesota—are deeply committed to making a difference. Whether it’s strengthening relationships, supporting local causes or creating lasting connections, we’re proud of the meaningful ways we’ve given back to the communities where we live and work. 

Our giveback efforts focus on four key areas: 

1. Public Safety and Environment: We support organizations that work to keep our communities safer and healthier. 
2. Education: From funding school field trips to sponsoring STEM/STEAM and robotics clubs, we invest in building brighter futures for the next generation. 
3. Community: By contributing to food shelves, youth clubs, veterans' organizations and investing in civic improvements, we help create stronger, more vibrant communities. 
4. Human Trafficking Prevention: Our support extends to organizations like women’s shelters, offering safety and hope to survivors of trafficking and abuse. 

Each act of generosity reflects our shared values and our commitment to progress—not just in renewable energy but in the lives of the people around us. Together, we’re proving that building a better future is more than the projects we complete; it’s about the communities we impact along the way. 

The examples highlighted here offer just a glimpse of the generosity and teamwork that define Blattner’s approach to building stronger communities in 2024.  

Powering Up for Veterans in Monticello, Indiana 

Our solar project team in Monticello, Indiana demonstrated how renewable energy can power both communities and causes. Partnering with White County Veterans Services, a local organization dedicated to supporting veterans, the team took part in the HardCharger 5K Run, Walk and Ruck event to raise money for improving local facilities for those who have served. This initiative addressed immediate community needs and also underscored our commitment to honoring veterans through meaningful action. “As a team, we value this opportunity,” said Rita Finch, Site Safety Manager. “Supporting veterans is amazing and aligns with what we believe in here at Blattner. Being part of a company that values this is something special.”  Read more. 

Supporting Care at Quiet Oaks Hospice House 

Compassion and care were at the heart of our involvement at Quiet Oaks Hospice House, where various groups of Blattner’s field leaders in training gave back through landscape cleanup on the grounds and cooking for the resident families. When we learned that there was a need for a new emergency generator, our team went to work donating dollars and engineering skills to bring the project closer to reality. These efforts reflect the values our employees bring at every turn—ensuring dignity and support where needed most.  Read more. 

Celebrating Veterans Through Hockey and Community 

In Minnesota, Blattner's Warrior Showcase continues to support the Minnesota Warriors Hockey Program. This annual event celebrates veterans and raises awareness and funds for those who have given so much to our country. Our employees play an essential role in organizing, supporting and even playing on the Blattner hockey team as part of this initiative, further strengthening the bond between Blattner and the communities we serve.  Read more. 

Inspiring Literacy Through Readers to Leaders 

Blattner’s partnership with the Readers to Leaders program through the Boys & Girls Club was a delight for both employees and the elementary-aged club members. Focused on enhancing literacy and providing unique connections between professionals and students, this initiative brought inspiration and resources to young learners in need. By supporting this program, our team members contributed to shaping brighter futures and had a ton of fun in the process. Read more. 

Cultivating Confidence in Women Leaders 

Blattner’s commitment to empowering women was evident in initiatives that focused on leadership development and career advancement. We sponsored the Women of Influence Summit, an annual day of inspiration and personal development attended by more than 600 women, including more than 160 from Blattner and our clients. By supporting programs that uplift and inspire women, we’ve helped foster environments where everyone can thrive. These efforts align with our broader mission of building inclusive and supportive communities. Read more. 

Hitting it Out of the Park

Our solar team in Becker, Minnesota, is not only building the largest solar project in the upper Midwest but they are also stepping up to the plate to be great neighbors. From contributing to the improvements to the school’s softball complex to supporting local restaurants and businesses, they are helping create a better space for the community to connect. Watch their story here. 

A Collective Effort Across the Nation 

While these stories highlight key initiatives, they’re just a glimpse of the work our employees and project sites have accomplished in 2024. Thank you to our teams across the country, who have supported countless causes, partnered with local organizations and made a lasting impact through their dedication and generosity.  

Our teams go beyond building renewable energy infrastructure—they build community. This team at one of our solar projects in New Mexico demonstrated this commitment in an extraordinary way, just in time for Thanksgiving, when they provided turkey dinners for 75 families within the Gadsden Independent School District in New Mexico.

Blattner's project teams across the country, like this one near Fresno, California, collected cash and canned goods, hosted toy drives and Thanksgiving meals and worked together to brighten the communities near our project sites.

More than 100 families in Medota, California were on the receiving end of this solar team's generosity!

Departments across Blattner's corporate office adopted dozens of families and senior citizens around Central Minnesota, spreading joy in the community during the holidays.

The 2024 Blattner Food Drive raised over $124,000 to help communities across the U.S. In total, the corporate office raised $49,501 and 232 food and household items that were delivered to the Avon, Albany, Melrose, Holdingford, Cold Spring and Hanover/St. Michael Food Shelves. Eighteen Blattner projects raised $74,936, and collected 10,798 food and household items for communities across the nation. 

The Blattner Marketing Communications team packed meals at Kids Fighting Hunger to provide food security for those in need across the world.