The Shook Foundation, a nonprofit funded and operated by employees of Shook Construction, awarded $67,150 to 24 nonprofit organizations during its eighth grant cycle. The awards support initiatives focused on food security, housing, healthcare, education, workforce development, and other critical community needs across the United States and internationally.
The grant cycle also marks a milestone for Shook Construction as the company celebrates its 100-Year Anniversary and completes its 100th Act of Service.
Grant recipients include:
- Baldwin Wallace University, Berea, OH, $2,600
Baldwin Wallace University is a private institution that prepares students for meaningful careers through innovative academic and experiential learning opportunities. Grant funding will support an engineering student project to design and help construct an educational playground for children served by Mission Guatemala’s health clinic. - Brigid’s Path, Kettering, OH, $3,500
Brigid’s Path provides specialized care and support for infants during critical early stages of their lives. Funding will help purchase essential supplies and necessities for infants and mothers receiving care. - Care and Share of Erie County, Sandusky, OH, $4,400
Care and Share of Erie County provides emergency and supplemental food, clothing, linens, and household goods to residents in need. Funding will help stock the organization’s community grocery store with food, hygiene items, and other everyday essentials for local families. - Crossroads City Center, Mansfield, OH, $2,000
Crossroads City Center helps individuals and families overcome barriers by providing practical support services in a welcoming community environment. Grant funding will replenish essential supplies, including laundry products, diapers, personal care items, and basic medical necessities. - Dear Rebecca Foundation, Huber Heights, OH, $3,000
The Dear Rebecca Foundation expands access to education and healthcare opportunities in underserved communities throughout Cameroon. Funding will support classroom construction, facility improvements, furnishings, and sanitation upgrades at Babadjou High School and Bamelo Elementary School. - Foster1, Indianapolis, IN, $5,000
Foster1 supports foster children and families by providing critical resources and encouragement during placements and transitions. Grant funding will purchase clothing, backpacks, and other essential items for children entering foster care while also supporting improvements to the organization’s visitation center. - Gennesaret Inc, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, $2,500
Gennesaret provides food, shelter, training, and support services that help families achieve long-term stability and self-sufficiency. Funding will help sustain the organization’s food pantry, shelter programs, and day-to-day operational needs. - Global Water Consortium Projects, Troy, OH, $1,500
Global Water Consortium develops safe, reliable, and sustainable drinking water systems that improve health and economic opportunities for at-risk indigenous communities around the world. Funding will support security fencing, pumping equipment, and a generator for a newly installed water well serving the community of Ramanda, Kenya. - Heartbeat of Ottawa County, Port Clinton, OH, $2,700
Heartbeat of Ottawa County provides pregnancy support, education, and resources to individuals facing pregnancy-related decisions. Grant funding will purchase first-aid equipment and automated external defibrillators to enhance safety for clients and visitors. - Honduran Children’s Rescue Fund, Cleveland, OH, $3,900
The Honduran Children’s Rescue Fund supports children and families through healthcare, housing, and community development initiatives in Honduras. Funding will support technology and infrastructure upgrades that improve connectivity and operational efficiency for the communities the organization serves. - Hope of the Poor, Mexico City, Mexico, & Omaha, NE, $3,400
Hope of the Poor serves homeless families, vulnerable children, and individuals facing addiction by providing pathways to stability and dignity. Funding will help move a family from homelessness into stable housing while providing food, employment support, and essential services. - House of Bread, Dayton, OH, $2,300
House of Bread provides free nutritious meals and connects individuals and families with resources that address food insecurity and other basic needs. Funding will help provide meals and support services to community members experiencing hunger. - Journey League, Dayton, OH, and Apex, NC, $4,000
Journey League creates opportunities for youth and families to build confidence, leadership skills, and meaningful relationships through community-based programs. Funding will expand access to programs and scholarships while reducing financial barriers for participating families. - Junior League of Akron, Akron, OH, $1,000
Junior League of Akron develops women leaders who create meaningful community impact through volunteer service and advocacy. Funding will provide menstrual hygiene products to community organizations serving individuals facing period poverty. - Love in Neglected Communities (Linc), Stow, OH, $2,800
Linc Worldwide works to alleviate poverty in underserved communities by improving access to education, healthcare, water, and other essential resources. Grant funding will support students in Kenya through educational resources, transportation, healthcare services, and school improvements. - Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, Indianapolis, IN, $2,700
Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes that bring hope and joy to children facing critical illnesses. Funding will help grant a wish experience for a child and their family during a challenging medical journey. - Mission of Mary Cooperative, Dayton, OH, $4,000
Mission of Mary Cooperative improves access to fresh food, education, and community development through urban farming initiatives. Funding will support farm labor and materials for a garden-based education program serving children and families in Dayton. - Montessori School of Dayton, Kettering, OH, $1,300
Montessori School of Dayton provides a student-centered learning environment focused on academic, social, and emotional development. Grant funding will support facility security improvements, including new doors that enhance campus safety. - OhioGuidestone, Cleveland, OH, $3,500
OhioGuidestone equips youth and young adults with the education, workforce training, and support needed to achieve long-term success. Funding will provide tools, safety equipment, and materials for YouthBuild participants pursuing careers in construction. - Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, Dayton, OH, $1,200
Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton provides compassionate end-of-life care, grief support, and specialized services for patients and families. Funding will help provide patient care and grief support services to uninsured and underinsured patients. - Piper’s Key, Summit County, OH, $1,500
Piper’s Key gifts inclusive books to children with disabilities, helping them see themselves positively represented in the stories they read. Funding will help purchase inclusive books for distribution by hospitals, schools, therapy providers, and community organizations. - Project NICU, Broadview Heights, OH, $1,500
Project NICU provides emotional, financial, and peer support to families navigating the neonatal intensive care experience. Funding will expand care packages, peer mentoring, mental health resources, and other support services for NICU families. - Rainbow Babies & Children’s Foundation, Cleveland, OH, $3,250
Rainbow Babies & Children’s Foundation supports programs and services that enhance pediatric care at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital. Funding will support programs and resources that advance the delivery of high-quality healthcare for children. - Warren Family Mission, Warren, OH, $3,600
Warren Family Mission provides meals, shelter, addiction recovery support, and other services to individuals and families in need. Funding will help provide more than 1,600 Thanksgiving and Christmas meals to community members facing hardship.
Since launching in 2022, The Shook Foundation has awarded more than $333,000 to 108 nonprofit organizations. Through employee contributions, fundraising efforts, and engagement, the Foundation continues to expand Shook Construction’s commitment to its Mission, To Dramatically Improve the Communities We Serve.
