Philanthropic Partnerships

ELEC 825/IUOE | Summary

A new collaborative labor-management organization called the Engineers Labor-Employee Cooperative 825 (ELEC 825) was launched with the support of building contractor associations in New Jersey and New York and the International Union of Operating Engineers 825 (IUOE) 825.

The group aims to expand work opportunities for its members and integrate into the communities of New Jersey, Westchester County, and Hudson Valley in New York State.

As part of their efforts to give back to the community, the New York Jets will donate $300 to the Jets Foundation for every field goal they make. The foundation supports youth football, prevents bullying, and promotes social justice in disadvantaged communities in the tri-state area.

 

CELEBRATE AGRICULTURE | Summary

The “Celebrate Agriculture” game is a platform that showcases the agriculture industry.

One (1) home football game a year at Camp Randall Stadium, the theme honors all the different people that work in the industry. The game day activities showcase the strong connections between Wisconsin agriculture and the University of Wisconsin with promotions, unique graphics, and agriculture facts throughout the game.

The first-come, first-served commemorative game day posters feature the Celebrate Agriculture theme. A fan engagement and commercial strategy was implemented, and hospitality and sponsorships increased yearly Badger Sports Properties working with the UW School of Veterinary Medicine, expressed his pride in collaborating with farmers and agricultural producers in the state to develop science-based practices that support and improve this diverse industry.

- UW Badgers News - Wisconsin athletes to celebrate Wisconsin agriculture industry

- Vet MD - Celebrate agriculture game

- Wisconsin Edu - Third annual Celebrate Agriculture Badger football game