Building communities by giving back.
Hawkins encourages company-wide philanthropy through volunteering, donating and sponsorships. One of our key principles is Participation, and we apply that principle by offering our time and money to support local causes and charities in our community. Check out some of our recent service projects below.
What a fun Event! – Bring Your Kids to Work Day
I remember all those years ago when I first took my daughter to work. I know it made her feel special and included in my day a little more than the day-to-day monotony of going to school and coming home to do homework. This was an excellent opportunity to learn more about my job and […]
Making The Treasure Valley Even Better : Together Treasure Valley
September 14, 2020 — We are proud to be a sponsor of Together Treasure Valley along with many other wonderful area businesses to help fund projects aimed at celebrating the places, people and endeavors that make the Treasure Valley special. Whether it is improving city parks or increasing veteran supportive housing, providing transportation services to […]
Boise Goathead Fest & The Vision for a Goathead Free Boise
Boise Goathead Fest celebrates its second year bringing pedal power to the people! I remember moving back to Boise in 2010 after college and working a part time job making chandeliers. We shared an alleyway with a newly moved in non-profit that promised to bring a bike-oriented community cooperative to Boise. Jimmy Hallyburton introduced […]
Bring Your Dog to Work Day & National Adoption Day
Growing up I was taught to always be kind to others, to love, understand and forgive people no matter what, even when they have hurt you or have done something to upset you. Whenever I struggled with this, especially the forgiveness part, I always looked to my dog to help, because, obviously, she understood me […]
Be More Than Pink : Race For The Cure
We all know someone who has been affected by or diagnosed with cancer. In one way, it is a heaviness that cannot fit on the tip of your tongue. It is a shadow that has the potential to mark a time of your life with unhappiness. Growing up, I played on a softball team named […]
Use Your Imagination : Children’s Book Drive
I believe the best ideas come from a place of compassion, and a timeless childlike understanding. An understanding of children’s playful nature, and their want for an alternate universe. Perhaps a secret garden to romp in; where everything is in full bloom. A place where the soft grass and flimsy weeds whack against bare legs […]
Ready, Set, Rake!
Hawkins Companies has been a part of the fabric of Boise for more than forty years. In that time we’ve been blessed with the rich outdoor experience that comes from being residents of the Treasure Valley. Our families soak in the gifts of the seasons, and enjoy our close proximity to nature. Making fresh tracks […]
The Idaho Smoke ‘n’ Fire 400
We have a team of outstanding employees here at Hawkins Companies! One such member is our Pre-development Manager, Brandon. He has challenged himself to participate in the 2017 Smoke ‘n’ Fire 400; a 451 mile bike-packing bicycle race that has him traveling all around the mountains of Central Idaho. The race starts at 6:00 a.m. […]
Hey Batter, Batter
The triple digit temperatures are passing, leaves have begun to turn, and talk around the office of a new school season all remind me that another summer is drawing to a close. My thoughts are already turning to my Fall chore list. I’m contemplating raking leaves, and cleaning out gutters, and even snow blower prices. […]
May in Motion: A Biker’s Delight
May is a time of flowers blooming, sprinkler turn-ons, locals cleaning up properties with yard work and the planting of new life. Of course for some May also brings allergies from the new bloom; but generally, and in a more positive light than the itchy eyes – May is the start of some really nice […]
See the Future: Idaho Food Bank
I must admit, that when my wife told me that Hawkins Companies was donating volunteer time and money to Idaho Foodbank’s Backpack Program, I’d never heard of it. For two years running, Hawkins Companies has made a hands on volunteer effort to help Idaho children. Statewide 467 volunteers builders have filled backpacks for 1883 children […]
Ramble On: Adopt a Highway
Once upon a time, my wife invited me to come hang out with her on a Saturday morning, for a work thing. Early, I should add. Very early. Now, I come from a lineage of flawed individuals who apparently harbored a deep rooted hatred of sleep. You may have someone in your family who acts […]