University Development - Corporate Relations

Welcome to Corporate Relations at Purdue

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Purdue University Development Office
Dick and Sandy Dauch Alumni Center
403 West Wood St. West Lafayette, IN 47907
Ph 765-494-2728, 800-677-8780
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Lockheed Martin – Planting the Seeds for Tomorrow’s Technologists, Researchers, and Business Leaders

April 21, 2008

Lockheed Martin invested over $170,000 in Purdue’s students and programs in 2006-2007, furthering a very successful collaboration that has helped both organizations achieve success. Programs funded by Lockheed Martin in 2006-2007 included financial support for diversity programming, backing for several vibrant student organizations, and research projects in the fields of computer science and information security. Lockheed Martin’s employees also made donations to Purdue that were matched at a rate of one-to-one by Lockheed Martin, for a total matching gift contribution of over $25,000.

Lockheed Martin is committed to a program of philanthropy that supports the corporation's strategic business goals as well as their diversity vision. With facilities in 457 locations around the world, they believe it’s important to invest in communities to maintain a high quality of life where their employees work and live. They also believe in the importance of investing in the future and planting the seeds for tomorrow's technologists, researchers, and business leaders.

Just as technologies and solutions transcend traditional frontiers, so too does Lockheed Martin’s spirit of humanitarian involvement. Lockheed Martin professionals contribute to their communities by giving not just money; but also precious time. In just the past few years, their employees have logged nearly 1.9 million volunteer hours in their communities.

Education has always been a primary focus of Lockheed Martin philanthropy efforts. They invest in education because they know it is integral to the future of their industry and they believe every child should have the option to explore opportunities in math and science. Fifty percent of Lockheed Martin’s contributions and activities are geared toward strengthening students’ capabilities in math and science.

Purdue University thanks Lockheed Martin once again for their generosity, support, and close collaboration over the years. We look forward to continuing to work together to improve college Access & Success to young people.

To learn more about Lockheed Martin Community Involvement, click on this link:

http://www.lockheedmartin.com/aboutus/diversity/community_involvement.html

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IBM – Vast New Opportunities; New Responsibilities

March 18, 2008

IBM donated $1.48 million to Purdue during the 2006-2007 academic year, continuing a long-lasting partnership that has helped Purdue along toward preeminence. IBM’s giving during 2006-2007 included support for diversity programming, a faculty award, and research projects in the computing field. In addition, IBM employees made gifts to Purdue that were matched three-to-one in equipment/services by IBM, for a total matching gift contribution of over $270,000.

IBM believes we live and work today on a global commons—of information, of commerce and of community. That commons has been created by three converging forces: the network revolution, the reality of globalization and the empowerment of diverse new stakeholders. And it offers new possibilities for shared decision-making, built upon trust and collaboration.

For IBM, these historic and disruptive shifts both require and enable nothing less than a new social and economic compact among individuals, organizations, and civil society. Indeed, they believe that triple benefit defines a corporation’s responsibilities in the 21st century:

For IBM, they aim to establish a stronger brand with longer-lasting shareholder value and become more attractive as a responsible company to clients, investors and to the public

For IBMers, they enable them to acquire new skills, transition to other careers, improve the communities where their children, families, and neighbors live, and take personal control of their own destiny
For communities and society at large, they bring their talent and technology to bear on tackling large, difficult societal problems

Purdue University is very thankful to IBM and all their employees around the world for developing and supporting this vision of Corporate Citizenship. We look forward to working together to improve Access & Success for young people.

To learn more about IBM Corporate Citizenship, go to: http://www.ibm.com/ibm/ibmgives/

Delphi – Building Foundations of Excellence

March 17, 2008

During the past academic year, Delphi committed their financial support to Purdue University and to the University’s headlong pursuit of excellence. Delphi donations to Purdue totaled $25,000 in 2007-2008 and included diversity programming and scholarships.

We are very thankful to Delphi and their employees for their support over the years and are fortunate to count Delphi among our key corporate partners.

To learn more about Delphi Social Responsibility, go to: http://delphi.com/about/social/

Caterpillar –
Today’s Work.
Tomorrow’s World.™

Engineering Programs in Community Service (EPICS) is pleased to partner with Caterpillar employee Bill Denner (far left, front row), who serves as advisor to the Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS) team. This partnership provides students with access to an industry expert and creates new learning opportunities.

February 7, 2008

During the past academic year, Caterpillar Inc. committed vital financial support to Purdue University and to the University’s headlong pursuit of excellence. Caterpillar donations to Purdue totaled nearly $1 million dollars in 2006-2007 and included $800,000 to help build the Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering; over $100,000 to fund high quality student projects, diversity programming, and scholarships; and over $45,000 in employee matching gifts.

For more than 80 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been building the world’s infrastructure and, in partnership with Cat® dealers, is driving positive and sustainable change on every continent. The Caterpillar Foundation serves as the company’s primary conduit for charitable contributions, improving quality of life and the environment around the world.

Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, and industrial gas turbines. The company is a technology leader in construction, transportation, mining, forestry, energy, electric power generation, logistics, and financing.

Caterpillar is known around the world as an industry leader. They are also committed to taking leadership in the communities where they live and work. Since its inception in 1952, the Caterpillar Foundation has helped the company maintain its legacy of good citizenship with contributions totaling more than $300 million. Thanks to the relationships they’ve built and the resources they provide, the Caterpillar Foundation continues to make investing in Caterpillar communities its primary focus.

Caterpillar is justifiably proud that their community leadership and involvement continues to be such an integral part of their corporate culture. In 2006, they contributed nearly $31 million to approximately 1,500 worthy causes around the world. The Caterpillar Foundation funds help to enhance educational programs, support health needs, sustain historic landmarks, expand libraries, preserve environments, and promote culture.

Purdue University is extremely grateful to Caterpillar and the Caterpillar Foundation for all of their support over the years. We are truly fortunate to count Caterpillar among our key corporate partners.

To learn more about Caterpillar Corporate Responsibility, go to:
http://www.cat.
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