Summit donates to a wide range of worthy causes and organizations that touch nearly every aspect of community life. But we publicize only those activities that demonstrate leadership in the hopes of inspiring others to also lead through generosity. Our community involvement reflects the personal philosophy of President and CEO Victor R. Jury Jr.
We provide products and/or financial support to:
- Youth/educational groups such as Junior Achievement of New Mexico, Hope Christian School and Boy Scouts;
- Cultural organizations like the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra and the New Mexico Museum of Natural History Foundation;
- National and local chapters of relief organizations like the American Red Cross and Salvation Army;
- Health organizations such as American Heart Association, March of Dimes, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Foundation.
Summit also supports many faith-based groups, including Habitat for Humanity, Albuquerque Rescue Mission, All Faiths Receiving Home, Joy Junction and El Rancho de los Ninos.
Summit's community involvement has found its expression in many ways.
2011
Lighthouse Charity Team Receives Donation for Fire Efforts
October 2011 / Press Release
As wild fires ravaged southeast Texas in September, a powerful but little-known relief organization aided first responders. The Lighthouse Charity Team, a 100% volunteer group established in 1984, provides services to other nonprofits.
Emergency meal preparation during disasters is one of the group's specialties. During the recent wildfires, Lighthouse Charity Team volunteers coordinated delivery of food and prepared three meals a day for thousands of people over the weekend when the fires raged.
Summit account manager Ross McClintock, a volunteer and electrical supplier to the group for 12 years, brought the relief efforts to the attention of President and CEO Victor R. Jury Jr. He authorized a $7,500 donation to the group.
American Red Cross Receives $11,100 for Home Runs
September 2011 / Photo / Press Release
The American Red Cross in New Mexico received $11,100 from Summit, $100 for every home run hit by the Isotopes, Albuquerque's AAA baseball team, during the regular season. The home run donation has become an annual tradition for the company. Summit supports the American Red Cross both locally and nationally.
Habitat for Humanity Recognizes Summit Electric Supply
August 2011 / Photo / Press Release
Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity, celebrating 25 years of service this year, recognized Summit Electric Supply’s support for its 156th home building project.
Summit has donated materials to almost all of the organization’s Albuquerque projects during the past 25 years, as well as projects in Valencia County and Santa Fe.
Summit Electric Supply Lead Sponsor of Montezuma Ball 2011
August 2011 / Press Release
For the first time, Summit will be lead sponsor of the Montezuma Ball, one of Albuquerque’s premier fundraising events for nonprofits. Main beneficiaries of the event will be the New Mexico Community Development Loan Fund and the Albuquerque Independent Business Alliance. The theme of the event is “Made in New Mexico.”
“New Mexico remains our home, and we are proud to sponsor the Montezuma Ball this year to support the Albuquerque Independent Business Alliance and the New Mexico Community Development Loan Fund,” said Victor R. Jury Jr., president and CEO. “The ball is an excellent venue for businesses to support nonprofits that are having an impact in the community.”
The Loan Fund provides loans and assistance to improve the economic and social conditions of New Mexicans. AIBA champions the economic success of local, independently owned businesses and increases public awareness of the many benefits of buying from local businesses.
The Montezuma Ball has raised more than $1.5 million for local charitable organizations since it was revived in 1990 by Jim Long, owner of Heritage Hotels and Resorts. The 2011 Ball will take place on Saturday, Nov. 19, at 6 p.m. at the Hotel Albuquerque in Old Town.
Summit Pledges $50,000 for Japan Relief Efforts
March 21, 2011 / Photo / Press Release
Summit's President and CEO Victor R. Jury Jr. announced a commitment of $50,000 to the American Red Cross for Japan relief efforts, including a $25,000 cash contribution and $25,000 company match for associates' donations. "As the scope and scale of the tragic effects of the recent earthquake in Japan are revealed, it is impossible to watch from the sidelines and do nothing," Jury said.
Summit Supports Joy Junction with Coat Distribution Effort
January 21, 2011 / Photo / Press Release
Summit's support of the state's largest homeless shelter took a new dimension with the donation and distribution of four dozen coats for men and women across Albuquerque. Summit associates followed Joy Junction's Lifeline of Hope food truck to motels, parks, and street corners where the homeless and others in need gather.
2010
Red Cross Receives $9,900 Home Run Donation
September 2010 / Photo / Press Release
In keeping with its end-of-baseball-season tradition, Summit donated $9,900 to the American Red Cross of New Mexico, $100 for each home run made by the Isotopes, Albuquerque's AAA team.
Youth Hero Sponsored by Summit
May 13, 2010 / Photo
American Red Cross "Youth Hero" Rachel Kindell was sponsored by Summit. The Youth Hero category of the annual “Real Heroes” award ceremony is for outstanding individuals aged 21 and under who have displayed courage and caring in reacting to an unusual, significant or unexpected incident. Rachel put herself through high school while being homeless and living in a car. She started an Al-anon chapter and counseling group at West Mesa High School for other teens and graduated in May 2009. She received a scholarship to attend college completing her first semester in December.
Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts Receive $42,520
March 2010 / Photo / Press Release
Summit and its associates donated $42,520 to Haiti earthquake relief efforts of the Salvation Army and Compassion International after the island was devastated by a 7.0 earthquake on Jan. 12. President and CEO Victor R. Jury Jr. promised the company would match associate contributions, which came to $21,260.
Summit Wins National Community Service Award
March 5, 2010 / Press Release
Summit won the nationally recognized Communitas Award in the category of Leadership in Community Service. “Our judges found that Summit Electric Supply clearly exhibits the spirit of communitas, a Latin word that means people coming together for the good of a community,” wrote Director Ed Dalheim. Judges reviewed Summit’s philosophy of giving along with summaries of selected service projects among the 43 community and nonprofit organizations and causes the company supported in 2009.
2009
Summit a "Corporate Hero"
May 2009 / Press Release
The New Mexico Business Weekly, the state’s leading business publication, named Summit a “Corporate Hero” for the company’s community outreach and philanthropy. The purpose of the awards is to highlight the positive impact that corporations have and the many creative ways they find to help and support their communities.
Gonzales Associates Help Create "Secret Garden" for High School
May 2009 / Photo
Summit associates in Gonzales, La., joined other local companies to help art students at St. Amant High School turn a blind alley into a beautiful gathering space dubbed the "secret garden."
2008
Fort Worth "Send a Stocking to a Soldier" Drive Successful
December 2008 / Photo
Fort Worth associates succeeded in getting suppliers, customers, local school children and even Cub Scouts to participate in sending bright red Christmas stockings to every soldier in a 50-member U.S. Army unit serving in Iraq. The stockings were filled will Army base gift cards, snacks, toiletries, socks and a music CD from a local children's choir. Children wrote cards and letters for the soldiers.
Operation Christmas Child Supported by Albuquerque Associates
December 2008
Associates and their families helped pack 300 "shoeboxes" with toys and goodies taht would be sent to needy children around the world through international outreach program "Operation Christmas Child." The program was started by Christian relief organization Samaritan's Purse.