Community
We’re committed to leading our employees in charitable contributions and volunteer activities for nonprofit organizations where we live and work. We have a long history of community involvement, evident by our partnerships with the organizations listed on this page. Delivering consequential and sustained benefits to — and appreciably improves the lives of — people within our communities.
Doosan Day of Community Service
Being a good corporate citizen is an ongoing responsibility. Multiple times per year, hundreds of Doosan and Bobcat Company employees across North America take part in Doosan Day of Caring in their communities.
They participate in a variety of tasks that include working at local food banks, schools and medical facilities; interior painting and cleanup at community centers and food pantries; holding used book drives at local libraries; and performing construction tasks at community recreational facilities and homeless shelters. Employees look forward to volunteering – both in interacting with colleagues and having the opportunity to serve others.
Fargo, North Dakota
Fargo team members have worked with many nonprofit organizations, including the Great Plains Food Bank, Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity, Adopt a Highway, Charism, HERO, ND Autism Center, YMCA Cass-Clay, YWCA, Second Harvest Food Bank and Clean the World.
Gwinner, North Dakota
Hundreds of Gwinner employees have contributed to various local nonprofit organizations, including Liq’R Pigs, Sargent County Museum, Sargent County Fair, City of Gwinner, Havana Park Board, American Legion, City of Lisbon, Lisbon Fire Hall, Milnor YOU, Oakes Fire Hall and Rutland Park Board.
Statesville, North Carolina
Nearly 100 employees have engaged in various volunteering activities in and around Statesville, contributing over 320 hours. Organizations included ICM Food Bank, Davie Little League, Avalon Farms Healing with Horses, Salvation Army, Iredell Historical Museum and Dove House for Children.
Suwanee, Georgia
Suwanee team members have impacted many different nonprofit organizations, including North Gwinnett Co-op and ParkPride. Employees assisted in organizing food pantry donations, putting away items in the thrift shop, landscape maintenance and beautifying run-down parks.
Bismarck, North Dakota
Bismarck employees come together every Doosan Day of Community Service to give back to their community by participating in various food, pet and school supply drives, highway cleanup and completing repairs at Fastrax BMX.
Litchfield, Minnesota
Employees from Litchfield are always willing to help a fellow neighbor, whether they organize volunteers to wash windows along Main Street or lend a hand to assist an employee through the aftermath of a tornado.
Wahpteon, North Dakota
Employees in Wahpeton have spent countless hours giving back to their community. They used Bobcat equipment to make repairs at the Chahinkapa Zoo and Red River Human Services.
Cleanup After Natural Disasters
Hurricane Relief
Dating back 50 years to Hurricane Betsy that struck the Gulf in 1965, Bobcat equipment has been on the scene helping communities recover from natural disasters. Today, when you see a news story involving disaster recovery, more often than not you will also see a familiar white loader on the scene. Although Bobcat Company cannot be everywhere disaster happens — the owners, operators and dealers of Bobcat equipment are there. We are proud to support them in every way we can.
Tornado Relief
A tornado touched down on Brian Kelbing's property, taking memories, belongings and his garage with it. Fortunately, volunteers from Doosan and Bobcat Company quickly arrived with equipment, a covered trailer and all hands on deck to help clean-up. They used Bobcat equipment to clear the debris so salvageable items could be sorted. Although keepsakes were destroyed during the tornado, Kelbing says he was glad no one was hurt. He’s grateful for the support he received from Doosan and Bobcat Company to help put the pieces back together.
Other Ways We Give Back
Make-A-Wish Foundation
When five-year-old Connor Menard told the Make-A-Wish Foundation he wanted to visit the Bobcat Company headquarters, we were proud to help make his dream come true. Connor, who suffers from a rare blood disorder, enjoyed a limo ride to our Gwinner, ND, manufacturing facility, where he was welcomed as a guest of honor before spending the day seeing how Bobcat equipment is built up-close.
United Way
Bobcat has enjoyed a long partnership with the United Way. The company is proud to join with local community United Way organizations in their quest to make the communities better places to live, work and raise families through charitable giving and volunteer efforts.
How to Apply for Charitable Giving & Sponsorships
If you wish Bobcat Company to be involved in your charitable cause, please download the application form to provide organizational background, specific needs and how it fits the criteria we have described.
Application Criteria
Philanthropic partners are chosen based on these criteria:
- Bobcat/Doosan employee involvement
- Affinity with one of our key focus areas
- Demonstrated need
- Shared values
- Financial stewardship
Form Submission
Mail Completed Form to:
Bobcat Company
Charitable Committee Chair
250 East Beaton Drive
P.O. Box 6000
West Fargo, ND 58078-6000