Community Focus

Building a better world, one community at a time

We strengthen our communities by turning our values into action—supporting local causes where we live and work.

Building stronger communities, together

We give back through the projects we deliver and the actions we take—individually and as teams. From mentoring future engineers to improving public spaces, we’re proud to support organizations creating lasting impact.

Creating change together

Our team members have dedicated their time and resources to causes that matter most, creating meaningful impact in areas including:

  • STEM education and mentorship
  • Health and wellness
  • Hunger relief
  • Children and families
  • Community revitalization
  • Military appreciation
Our work isn’t just about delivering technical solutions—it’s about shaping the future of the communities we serve. That gives us a responsibility not only to our clients, but to the people and places affected by what we design, build, and support. If we’re not improving the world around us, we’re missing the point.
Darin AndersonChairman & CEO

Impact in action

Salas O’Brien leads the charge against food insecurity

Our team members across North America have stepped up to support hunger relief by volunteering time and goods at food drives, packing sessions, and lunch delivery programs. Read more.

Salas O’Brien gives used vehicles new homes

As part of our fleet upgrades, we partnered with a local charity and automotive company to donate our used vehicles to members of the Daytona, FL, community. Read more.

Salas O’Brien raises funds to bring clean water to Malawi

Our Columbus, OH, office helped provide a sustainable water source for the children and community surrounding the Matope Primary School. Read more.

Community engagement milestone

To celebrate our 50th anniversary, Salas O’Brien launched the 50 Acts of Community Impact initiative. The program far exceeded expectations, highlighting our spirit of service and inspiring the next 50 years of giving back.

Our mission extends beyond delivering exceptional engineering and technical solutions; we strive to make a lasting, positive impact on the world. Read our Impact Report.

Projects with purpose

Supporting a non-profit’s legacy

Honoring a legacy of service, we partnered with the American Red Cross to upgrade seven of their facilities across the West Coast.

Redefining accessible healthcare

We’re helping Kaiser Permanente Watts Counseling and Learning Center deliver critical health services to traditionally underserved communities outside of Los Angeles.

Sustainable community centers

Our redesign of the St. Lawrence Center for the Arts blends cultural heritage with climate leadership, bringing Canada its first carbon-zero hub.