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The generosity of our employees and Donaldson Company’s commitment to making a difference in our communities are qualities of which we are very proud. Many of our community initiatives support multicultural programs and organizations that strengthen the communities of which we are a part.
The following is a sampling of the programs actively supported by Donaldson and coordinated by our employees:
Bridging
Bridging provides families in transition with a bed to sleep on, a chair to sit on, and a dish to eat from, which turns their house into a home. Each year, Donaldson employees participate in their Bedrace for Bridging and also donate at least a truckload of household items to help replenish their shelves.
INROADS
INROADS has helped businesses gain greater access to diverse talent through development and placement of outstanding ethnically diverse students. Donaldson participates each year in the INROADS internship program.
Junior Achievement
Donaldson is committed to providing the volunteers necessary to extend the opportunity for students to participate in Junior Achievement in grades K-12. We sponsor Oak Grove Elementary School in Bloomington (MN) and hold an annual bowl-a-thon fundraiser where 28 teams raise nearly $20,000 in support of JA.
Loaves and Fishes
Four times a year, employees of Donaldson volunteer for Loaves & Fishes at Creekside Community Center in Bloomington to cook and serve a nutritious meal to people who are hungry.
Memorial Blood Centers
Donaldson teams up with Memorial Blood Centers to sponsor blood drives on the Bloomington Campus. We hold at least five drives annually.
MS 150
Donaldson Company forms a team of 170+ riders who participate in the MS150 Bike Ride. This is an annual fundraiser for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and Donaldson riders raise over $140,000 toward helping battle the crippling disease.
Pillsbury House
In combination with our annual MS150 fundraiser, Donaldson employees gather used bicycles to donate to the Full Cycle Program at Pillsbury House and participate in an on-site sale of refurbished bicycles. The program helps homeless teens.
The Family Partnership
The Family Partnership (TFP) is based in the inner-city of Minneapolis. TFP provides family services to traditionally underserved children, families and communities. Donaldson employees’ contributions include school supplies and holiday baskets.
Toys for Tots
Donaldson employees collect toys and gifts for children because "every child should be remembered during the holidays."
United Way
Annually, Donaldson holds a campaign to raise money for the United Way. In 2011, Donaldson employees and retirees raised over a half million dollars for the Greater Twin Cities United Way.
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