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Sojourner Center awarded $240,000 from Charity Golf Tournament. PHOENIX, Ariz. (March 25, 2026) - The Sundt Foundation raised $240,000 during its Phoenix Charity Golf Tournament on March 20 to benefit Sojourner Center, which provides services to domestic violence survivors. The funds will support Sojourner Center's comprehensive programs for survivors of domestic violence and their families, including transitional housing, child development programs, legal advocacy, financial literacy education, workforce readiness training, case management and pet companion care. "We're incredibly grateful to the Sundt Foundation and its partners for bringing the community together to support Sojourner Center. This generosity helps ensure survivors, their children, and their pets have access to safety, stability, and the space they need to begin healing from abuse," said Julie Peterson, co-executive director of Sojourner Center. "Support like this reminds survivors that they are not alone and that a caring community stands beside them." "Supporting organizations like Sojourner Center reflects the Sundt Foundation's commitment to strengthening the communities where we live and work," said Emily Dwosh, Sundt Foundation executive director and Sundt community relations manager. "We are proud to partner with a nonprofit that provides critical resources and a path forward for survivors and their families." Sojourner Center has partnered with Sundt Construction for more than 20 years. Combined with the 2026 golf tournament funds, the Sundt Foundation has awarded over $300,000 to the nonprofit. In 2024, Sojourner Center honored Sundt with its Empowerment Award in recognition of its commitment to giving back to the communities where Sundt lives and works. The Sundt Foundation supports nonprofits in the communities where Sundt Construction operates through fundraising events and quarterly grants. Since 1999, the Foundation has awarded more than $20 million to organizations making a lasting difference. About Sundt. Sundt Construction Inc. (www.sundt.com) is one of the country's largest and most respected general contractors. The 136-year-old firm specializes in transportation, water and wastewater, advanced facilities, heavy industrial and mining, building, concrete and renewable power work and is owned entirely by its 4,500 employees. Sundt is distinguished by its diverse capabilities and experience, unique employee-ownership culture and depth of self-perform expertise in multiple trades. Much of Sundt's workforce is comprised of skilled craft professionals who, together with the company's administrative employees, enable Sundt to fulfill its mission to be the most skilled builder in America. Sundt has 13 offices throughout California, Arizona, North Carolina, Texas, Washington, Utah and Florida and is currently ranked the country's 46th largest construction company by ENR, the industry's principal trade magazine. About Sojourner Center. Established in 1977, Sojourner Center provides shelter, support services, and advocacy for over 2,000 survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence and human trafficking a year. Through community support, Sojourner Center continues to empower survivors, their children, and their pets to live free from abuse. For more information, visit https://www.sojournercenter.org/ Topics. Regions. Media types. Media contact. Stefanie teller. SVP, Chief Communications Officer 520.750.4611 [email protected]

Community impact: how Sundt Construction supports AHP to combat food insecurity. Food insecurity remains a pressing challenge in Humboldt County, where many residents face homelessness or struggle to access enough nutritious food. Arcata House Partnership (AHP) has been a vital resource, providing thousands of meals and tons of food annually to those in need. Recently, AHP received a generous donation of $7,500 from Sundt Construction, highlighting how partnerships between business and nonprofits can create meaningful change. Sundt Construction's commitment to the community. Sundt Construction has been active on the North Coast for several years, working on various projects across the state. Beyond their construction work, Sundt employees contribute to the community through a unique employee contribution program where the company matches staff contributions. Each quarter, a committee made up of Sundt employees reviews and votes on which local causes will receive funding from these donations. "Improving communities where employee-owners live and work." - Sundt Foundation This quarter, Arcata House Partnership was selected to receive support. The funds donated by Sundt employees are invaluable for AHP's ongoing efforts to address food insecurity and homelessness in Humboldt County. This partnership shows how businesses can play a direct role in improving the lives of their neighbors. How AHP uses donations to fight food insecurity. The donation from Sundt Construction will support AHP's Emergency Food Program, which has a significant impact on the community. Each year, the program provides approximately 55,000 meals and distributes around 500,000 pounds of food. These numbers represent real people - families, older adults, and individuals who face hunger daily. Humboldt County has an extremely high rate of unsheltered homelessness. The fastest-growing groups among those experiencing homelessness are older adults and young families with children. AHP's programs focus on serving these vulnerable populations with compassion and dignity. The funds from Sundt will help AHP: * Purchase & collect fresh and nutritious food to distribute * Maintain current food distribution sites * Provide advocacy and support services for those facing homelessness * Empower individuals with resources to improve their situations The importance of local partnerships. Local partnerships like the one between Sundt Construction and AHP strengthen the community in multiple ways. When businesses invest in nonprofits, they help build a safety net for residents who might otherwise fall through the cracks. This collaboration also raises awareness about critical issues like food insecurity and homelessness. Sundt's employee-driven donation program encourages staff to engage with their community and make decisions about where their contributions go. This model fosters a culture of giving and shared responsibility. It also ensures that funds reach organizations making a tangible difference. How you can support the cause. Community support is essential to continue the work of organizations like AHP. Here are some ways individuals and businesses can get involved: * Donate funds or food items to local food programs * Volunteer time at food distribution centers or shelters * Advocate for policies that address homelessness and food insecurity * Encourage workplaces to establish employee giving programs Every contribution, big or small, helps build a stronger, healthier community.