Construction Magazine July 2016 | Page 115

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Business Journals Community Philanthropy Awards , recognizing it ’ s philanthropic efforts in the North Bay . The dg Foundation is a nonprofit organization established by Dick and Nancy Ghilotti in honor of their son , Dino . Recently , Nancy has been added as an honoree of the foundation . To carry on the legacy of a young man and his mother with a passion for academics , athletics , and arts , The dg Foundation is dedicated to helping students with similar passions by awarding scholarships and improving art programs and facilities that fit the criteria of the foundations interests . Ghilotti Construction is a major supporter of the foundation and has teamed up with the foundation in numerous ways to improve athletic facilities and art studios in the community .
Legal Aid of Southern Nevada The company also promotes local businesses and schools , says Hanak . “ There ’ s always something pro bono going on , whether it ’ s a church , a school or a child center . The Ghilotti name is out there . Wherever you go people will ask who you are affiliated with , and they all say , ‘ I ’ ve heard of them .’”
The family ethos of the company makes it a popular place to work . “ As a family business it ’ s comforting . It ’ s the ability to just be yourself and speak to people as if they ’ re a member of the team . You ’ re not afraid to talk to somebody and feel your job ’ s in jeopardy .”
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