At Dupont, our mission is to drive positive change globally by making a difference locally. Through our community impact, we're inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers, technicians and innovators, engaging our employees in their communities through volunteerism, and supporting communities to ensure they thrive. To that end, the Spruance manufacturing site recently announced the recipients of its 2020 charitable giving awards that will make a positive and notable impact on the Richmond-area community. 

These 16 awards reflect the values of the Spruance site, our employees and DuPont. The organizations selected represent our focus on general community outreach, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and environmental protection, while also reflecting the purpose of DuPont’s Safety & Construction business to deliver innovation for life’s essential needs in water, shelter, and safety:

• Chesterfield Education Foundation
• FeedMore
• First Robotics Team 1599 - Atlee High School
• First Robotics Team 7429 - Chesterfield Career & Technical Center
• First Robotics/RoboHawks 346 - LC Bird High School
• Meadowbrook High School - W.E.B. DuBois Honor Society Scholarships for Graduating Seniors
• Mercy Mall
• Old Dominion Firefighters Burn Foundation - Advance Burn Life Support
• Rebuilding Together Richmond
• Sacred Heart Center
• Safe Harbor
• Science Museum of Virginia
• Sportable
• Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• Virginia Manufactures Association
• World U.P. Foundation

According to DuPont’s Spruance site manager, David Johnson, “This is one of my favorite days of the year! We are thrilled to announce this year’s Charitable Giving Awards. I’m inspired by each of these organizations’ incredible stories. They’re making a huge difference, and DuPont is proud to partner with them to continue making a big impact in the Richmond community.”

Congratulations to Spruance’s 2020 charitable giving recipients!