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.

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In Honor of National Coffee Day – Wüfyre® Coffee Roasters

September 29, 2024

National Coffee Day is celebrated each year on September 29th. It was first established in 2005 by the National Coffee Association in the United States. It has gained popularity worldwide as a day to honor the beloved beverage by all types of enthusiasts. According to an expert cupper (a professional coffee taster), there are four […]

Back-to-School – Spirit Week

August 19, 2024

Back-to-School and Spirit week is a pivotal time marking the transitioning from the carefree days of summer to the structured routines of academic life. Exciting for some, not so exciting for others! Remember those days shopping for new school clothes and then new school supplies? Those days were filled with both excitement and apprehension. For […]

Into the Woods Volunteer Event – Idaho Shakespeare Festival

August 02, 2024

When you work at Hawkins, prepare yourself for volunteering at various events. Our Founder, Gary Hawkins, is a true believer of giving back to the Boise community. Aren’t we lucky?! Volunteering is so much fun! I think one way or another we all got exposure to William Shakespeare in school growing up. Now we get […]

Another Benefit! – Hawkins’ Student Loan Repayment Program

July 10, 2024

You made the decision to pursue a higher education. Whether it’s for opportunities in career advancement, for professional growth once you land that dream job, or for personal reasons to make some positive changes in your life. It doesn’t always matter why, it’s a decision you made and are prepared to move forward to pursue […]

Another Commercial Real Estate Designation – Building Owners and Managers Association International (BOMA®)

June 17, 2024

In the dynamic realm of commercial real estate, the Building Owners and Managers Association International (BOMA®) stands as a cornerstone of excellence and innovation. “Founded in 1907, the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA®) International is a federation of U.S. local associations and global affiliates. The leading trade association for commercial real estate professionals for […]

Meet the family! – Boise Valley Habitat for Humanity Dedication

June 11, 2024

My previous blog was about Boise Valley Habitat for Humanity®, the organization. I wanted to follow that story with this one about the family. I received an invitation to attend the Dedication Ceremony to the new home of Aladdin & Raghad Aldulaimi. Of course I attended! This family has been through so much and to […]

Such a Rewarding Event! – Boise Valley Habitat for Humanity

June 05, 2024

I am a huge advocate for volunteering and have put in a lot of hours doing so. I have a signed letter thanking me for my volunteer service by former President Obama. My dogs are Therapy Dogs and we have spent many hours in private homes, senior centers, and hospitals cheering up many elderly, homebound […]

Real Estate Management – Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM®)

May 19, 2024

Real Estate Management is where I started my real estate career many years ago. I worked for a family-owned business and under the guidance of the Owner/Mortgage Broker. At that time, there wasn’t much encouragement to develop by way of continuing education. The company had a portfolio of rental houses, commercial properties, and apartments around […]

To the Top of the Mountain! – Mt. Everest Challenge 2024

May 05, 2024

Have you ever considered hiking to the top of Mt. Everest? I know I have! I get my adventurous spirit from my dad. He was quite the outdoorsman. Imagine my surprise when I learned of the Mt. Everest Challenge right here at Hawkins. Talk about excited! Hawkins has been executing this challenge year after year […]

Bringing Community Together – Idaho Gives Campaign

May 03, 2024

I have always been a huge advocate of volunteering my time for the betterment of our community. I have seen first-hand how that service brings people together. One of the factors that drew me to Hawkins as a perspective employer is their generosity to our community here in Boise. They are not like some companies […]