September 3, 2015 - County Materials...• Continental Cement • Engineered Wire Products • Fabick Cat • Johnson Crushing Inc • Keystone Steel & Wire • Lafarge • Michael

Foundation LtdSonnentag

www.countymaterials.comwww.sonnentagfoundation.org

Lake Cares Food PantryMount Dora, FL

Easter Seals WisconsinWisconsin Dells, WI

Big Brothers Big Sisters12 Chapters in WI & IL

The Women’s CommunityWausau, WI

Empowering People Today for a Brighter Tomorrow

September 3, 2015

Dear Friends,Often, you don’t have the

opportunity to hear from funding

recipients about the positive

impact your monetary gifts are

making on their organization and

the people they serve. We are very

proud to partner with generous

sponsors and supporters in our

industry who make this change

possible. We are also thankful for

your contributions and the trust

you place in our Foundation to

put your gifts to work in local

communities where County

Materials has locations.

Frank Capra, director of the

classic fi lm It’s a Wonderful Life,

once said, “Play has been man’s

most useful preoccupation.” He

would have smiled to see how a

simple game of golf sponsored

by County Materials and our

philanthropic arm, the Sonnentag

Foundation, is contributing to

improving the lives of thousands

of disadvantaged individuals.

The pages of this book are fi lled

with more details about the ways

your gifts are making a real and

lasting diff erence on peoples’ lives.

None of this would be possible

without you.

Thank you! Big Brothers Big Sisters

Mid-Illinois Chapter

Our corporate partners are vital to the success of the County Materials’ Charity Golf Outing. As a result of their generosity, more than $140,000

has been raised by our 2015 charity event.

Box Lunch Sponsor ($2,500)• Fabick Cat

Beverage Sponsor ($2,500)• Truck Country

Golf Ball Sponsors ($2,500)• Alternative Risk Resources• PNC Bank• Rocket Industrial

Hole Sponsors ($2,000)• American State Equipment• Belden Brick Company• Besser Company• Buechel Stone Corp• Continental Cement• Engineered Wire Products• Fabick Cat• Johnson Crushing Inc• Keystone Steel & Wire• Lafarge• Michael Best & Friedrich LLP• Neenah Enterprises Inc• TK Products• United Structures• Windstream• Wisconsin Lift Truck Corp• Zientara Fleet Equipment Inc

Putting Green Sponsors ($1,300)• Natural Stone Veneers International Inc• Suwannee American Cement LLC• V & H Inc

Reception Sponsor ($500)• Adelphia Metals LLC• BMO Harris Bank• General Shale• Hamilton Kent• Hill & Griffith Company• Press-Seal Gasket Corporation

Challenge Hole Prize Sponsors ($400)• Align International Inc• A.L. Patterson Inc• Conger Toyotalift• Fox Cities Crane & Fab• Hurtis Heating & Air• Load Master Inc• Northwestern Wisconsin Associates/

John Hancock/Edward Jones• Solomon Colors Inc• Strike Products/Banks Outdoors• Trelleborg• Wisconsin Concrete Pipe Assoc

General Monetary Donations• ABC Coating Co. of Minnesota• Advanced Technical Services Inc• Aggregate Industries• Bowerston Shale Company• Buzzi Unicem USA• Concrete Sealants Inc• Custom Fab Co• Eull’s Manufacturing• Federal White Cement• Haala Industries Inc• Hohmann & Barnard Incorporated• Midland Plastics• Pomp’s Tire Service Inc• PROSOCO• RB Scott Company• Reigstad & Associates Inc.• Shields Bag and Printing Co.• Zachman Precast Inc.

Recognizing Our 2015 Sponsors and Supporters!

Major Event Sponsor ($10,000 and above)

Golf Player Gift Sponsors ($3,000)

Supporting Sponsor ($5,000)

SINCE 1913

Construction Products

For more information on how to become a corporate partner, visit us online at www.sonnentagfoundation.org, or call (800) 289-2569.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters



Northcentral Wisconsin Chapter

The BBBS program matches at-risk children with mentors in the community.

Children participating in the program consistently show a reduction in risky behaviors,

delinquency and truancy. They also show signifi cant improvements in academic success, self-

esteem, and emotional stability. In addition, these children are more likely than their peers to

attend a four year college and to “pay it forward” by volunteering in their communities once they

reach adulthood.

As the premier mentoring organization, each chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters works to fulfi ll a

shared mission of providing children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally

supported one-to-one mentor relationships that change their lives for the better. Combined, the

12 chapters supported by the Sonnentag Foundation in 2014 made a positive impact on more

than 4,300 “Littles”, ages 6 through 18, in communities across the country.

Big Brothers Big

Since we began hosting a charity

golf outing in 2007, the Sonnentag

Foundation has donated more than

$465,650 to worthwhile community

programs and charitable organizations.

Last year, County Materials’ outing took

place September 8th, 2014. More than

$104,500 was raised by the event and

distributed to 15 charitable organizations

in locations where County Materials has

facilities. These organizations include

12 Wisconsin and Illinois chapters of

Big Brothers Big Sisters; Easter Seals

Wisconsin; the Women’s Community

of Wausau, WI; and Lake Cares Food

Pantry in Mount Dora, FL. Because

of your contributions in 2014, the

Sonnentag Foundation was able to help

support well over 27,000 disadvantaged

individuals and their families!

We are excited to share how these

funds are being used to make a very

real diff erence for children, families and

people in the communities where County

Materials has locations.


Charity Golf Outings

Year Contributions2015 $128,000*2014 $104,5002013 $91,6502012 $76,0002011 $71,5002010 $70,0002009 $25,0002008 $16,0002007 $11,000

Sonnentag Foundation Charity

Golf Outing Fundraising Progress:

County Materials’ Annual

Charity Golf Outing to support

charities funded by the

(*Approximate total at time of printing)

Sisters




Richland County Chapter


Rock, Jeff erson

and Walworth Chapter

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BBBS Chapters Represented:

• Central Wisconsin, Stevens Point, WI

• Northcentral Wisconsin, Wausau, WI

• Northeastern Wisconsin, Green Bay, WI

• Northwestern Wisconsin, Eau Claire, WI

• Dane County, Madison, WI

• Fox Valley Region, Appleton, WI

• 7 Rivers Region, La Crosse, WI

• Rock, Walworth & Jeff erson Counties, Beloit, WI

• Mid-Illinois, Charleston, IL

• Richland County, Olney, IL

• Illinois Capital Region, Springfi eld, IL

• Central Illinois - Champaign County, Champaign, IL

Easter Seals WisconsinEaster Seals Wisconsin, in Madison, is using Charity Golf Outing contributions to fund their Wisconsin Elks/Easter Seals Respite Camp

and Camp Wawbeek in Wisconsin Dells. These programs help to increase independence, maximize opportunities, minimize barriers,

and enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities in Wisconsin.

Since 1938, Camp Wawbeek has been fostering lifelong friendships and helping to create year-round social support for children and

adults with physical and cognitive disabilities. It’s the oldest continually-operating Easter Seals camp in the U.S. While campers challenge

themselves in the barrier-free environment, parents and caregivers can enjoy a break from caring for their loved one to recharge.

Caring for a child with a severe or complex disability who requires around the clock care can be stressful. The break from caregiving

provided by the Respite Camp is of vital importance. Respite sessions are off ered year-round, including speciality sessions for campers

with Asperger Syndrome or other high-functioning autism.

Veterans Family Weekends are also held at Camp Wawbeek focusing on family togetherness, fun and accessible outdoor recreation.

Along with sports, games, fi shing and challenging ropes courses, veterans and their familes particiate in group sessions to discuss

common issues and share resources.

Easter Seals Wisconsin continues to advocate for children, adults and families that struggle with the challenges of disabilities and

deliver life changing solutions and experiences for them. Camp Wawbeek and Respite Camp served record numbers of campers in the

past year. Nearly 816 children and adults with severe disabilities were served by their Respite Program, and 1,280 campers enjoyed

Camp Wawbeek.

Easter Seals Wisconsin

Camp Wawbeek

County Materials’ Helps Build Pool for Easter Seals Camp WawbeekHundreds of children and adults with disabilities are enjoying

the benefi ts of a state-of-the-art therapeutic swimming pool

that was funded in part to a donation from the Sonnentag

Foundation. The Foundation’s monetary donation allowed

Easter Seals Wisconsin to obtain 154 yards of ready mix

concrete from County Materials for the construction of the

new 2,524 sq ft outdoor pool at Easter Seals’ Camp Wawbeek

in Wisconsin Dells. Extra material was used to build the pool

deck and/or surrounding structure.

“The pool is a highlight of the camp experience for most of the

campers. It allows people with disabilities to have a freedom

they can’t experience in any other way,” says Easter Seals

President and CEO Christine Fessler. She adds that the water

is highly therapeutic for many of the campers, including those

with autism. “It has both stimulating and calming qualities. If

you were to poll the campers, I think you’d overwhelmingly

fi nd that it is their favorite activity.”

The new pool replaced the original camp pool, built in

1959. The upgraded facility includes a number of features

specifi cally designed to meet the needs of campers with

disabilities. One of these is a zero-entry incline, which will

enable many campers to access the pool without assistance.

A lift access is available, along with basketball hoops, a

cascading fountain, and built-in benches that allow campers

to rest and socialize in the water.

The pool was completed in mid-May, 2014 in plenty of time to

accommodate the fi rst wave of campers arriving for summer

camp sessions in early June 2014.

Camp Wawbeek’s new pool was offi cially dedicated on July 17,

2014, with the help of numerous campers, counselors and others

who helped make the project a success!

www.eastersealswisconsin.com

The Women’s Community

Marathon County, WI

The Women’s Community located in Wausau, Wisconsin, is a non-profi t organization serving victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault

throughout Marathon County. The organization is using Sonnentag Foundation contributions to support a variety of services, including shelter,

food and clothing assistance, counseling, advocacy, and support group facilitation. In 2014, the organization helped 1,598 individuals, the majority

of which are women and children.

The center off ers a place of shelter for victims of domestic and sexual abuse while they make the transition to a life free of violence. Not only

are people provided with food, transportation, clothing and other immediate basic needs, but they receive assistance in creating safety

plans, learning how to plan escape routes and identifying safe places in their community. Their confi dential phone support answers calls by

trained volunteers and staff — 24 hours every day.

Children are deeply aff ected by abuse and sexual assault — whether they are the direct

victims or not. Their support groups, counseling and advocacy helps children who are victims

of, or live in a family aff ected by, domestic abuse and sexual assault.

The experienced staff and volunteers also help people fi nd the community resources to get started

on a job search, from resume writing, gathering references, practicing successful interview skills, and gathering clothing for interviews.

The Women’s Community, Inc.

nfi dential phhoone support answers calls bby

www.womenscommunity.org

Lake Cares Food Pantry is located in Mount Dora, Florida. It has established itself as a strategic resource to support the needs of

hungry families hit by unforeseen and unfortunate circumstances. The organization also provides resources and support to the elderly

and disabled. Since opening its doors in 2008, Lake Cares has seen a dramatic increase in the number of clients they serve. Sonnentag

Foundation contributions have helped the organization move from assisting an average of 15 to 20 families to 130 families per week.

With 140 active volunteers, Lake Cares now serves more than 7,000 pounds of food a month to approximately 800 families. Last year,

they fed more than 19,000 people and distributed over 260,000 pounds of food. This year, they expect to feed over 30,000 people.

Their eff orts are aimed at helping clients keep their sense of dignity because anyone may need help when

circumstances change.

Lake Cares is more than a food pantry; they also off er a variety of support services to clients, including:

Lake Cares Food Pantry


Mount Dora, FL

• Education about food

• Budgeting assistance

• Counseling

• Support with earning a GED

• English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes

• Possible emergency assistance

• Organic Buyers Club

• Notary Public assistance


www.lakecares.org

Students participating in the High School Masonry Program (HSMP) look on as an instructor prepares

materials for a hands-on experience involving masonry installation techniques.

Changing Lives andCommunities Through EducationThe Sonnentag Foundation is a strong advocate for continuing education. Our goal is to inspire the next

generation and encourage young people who want to pursue studies and careers, especially in the construction

and landscape industry. We believe scholarships are not only helping to change the lives of deserving students

and their families, but also local communities by investing in our future workforce, entreprenuers and leaders.

The Sonnentag Foundation established our scholarship program in 2000 specifi cally to assist children of County

Materials’ (Central Processing) employees who plan to continue their education in college. Students can apply

for one $1,500 scholarship for full-time study at an accredited institution and in a fi eld of study of the student’s

choice. Since its inception, nearly $221,000 in scholarships have been awarded. The program supports a wide

range of educational options, including vocational and technical training, and associate and bachelor’s degrees.

Giving Back to CommunitiesThe Sonnentag Foundation’s philanthropic interests are strategically focused on supporting programs and

projects that empower and inspire people.

Preference is given to regional construction and landscape oriented projects that serve the broader community

in locations where County Materials has major facilities. The following are just a few examples of the many local

and regional community projects our Foundation frequently supports:

• Habitat for Humanity homes

• Youth baseball/softball

dugouts and structures

• Community gardens and

walking trails

• Masonry apprenticeship and

building trades courses

• Veteran monuments

• Playground sand

• Park and recreation

landscape materials


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Ways to GiveMake an impact on people’s lives in local communities. 100 percent of your gift

goes to support the organizations funded by the Sonnentag Foundation.

Contributions to the Sonnentag Foundation (TIN 39-1597420) are tax deductible

as charitable nonprofi t contributions under code section 501(c) (3) of the

Internal Revenue Code.

By Mail:

Sonnentag Foundation

PO Box 100 • Marathon, WI 54448

Online:

www.sonnentagfoundation.org

By Phone:

(800) 289-2569


www.countymaterials.comwww.sonnentagfoundation.org

Thank You

for being our philanthropic

partner. Your strong support

allows us to continue our charity

work, and enables us to achieve

a shared goal of building vibrant

communities. Together, we are

helping create and sustain quality

of life…and Empowering People

Today for a Brighter Tomorrow.

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September 3, 2015 - County Materials...• Continental Cement • Engineered Wire Products • Fabick Cat • Johnson Crushing Inc • Keystone Steel & Wire • Lafarge • Michael