Serving Our Community
“We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give.” – Winston Churchill
“Gunnison’s philanthropic efforts are rooted in our commitment to helping and fostering connections with the communities we serve and where our employees work and live. We also strive to engage and support organizations that address and correct social injustice, protect the human rights of the most vulnerable people in American society, and uplift and bridge the opportunity gap. In doing so, we are able to draw upon Gunnison’s strengths including our employees and partners to deliver an even greater impact.” – Gil Dussek, Gunnison CEO
Our Initiatives In Action
United Negro College Fund (UNCF) – Gunnison invests in the next generation of leadership by helping to minimize the divide in academic funding at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) – Gunnison helps raise critical funds for the LLS mission by participating in the annual Northern Virginia Light The Night walks to celebrate, honor, and remember those touched by cancer.
Ivy Vine Charities (A Charitable Foundation of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Theta Omega Omega Chapter) – Gunnison participates as a Hole Sponsor at the annual IVC Annual Benefit Golf Tournament to raise funds to provide scholarships to students in the Washington DC metropolitan area.
Gunnison Charitable Gift Matching – Gunnison partners with employees to give to the charities they care most about.
Gunnison provides masks and support to all employees and families during the COVID-19 pandemic – COVID-19 has affected us all. The health, safety, and well-being of our employees, families, and communities is our number one priority.
Diversity and Inclusion
This is truly a moment of consciousness for the US, where we all acknowledge the injustices and inequalities in our land of the free and accept our role in perpetuating them or turning a blind eye.
There is no uncertainty or any ambiguity about Gunnison’s values: We
Gunnison is comprised of a highly diverse team from all different parts of the world, with varying expertise and life experiences, 100% of whom believe in equality, fairness, and justice.
Gunnison has always been (and will continue to be) an organization committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We aim to provide a welcoming environment for everyone: employees, consultants, subcontractors, clients, and anyone who walks through our doors, physical or virtual. No matter what, we strive to uphold our work value of “Progress, not Perfection” in our diversity journey.
Gilbert Dussek
Chief Executive Officer
