Community Partnerships
Gerdau values giving back to all the communities in which it operates. Internationally we support food banks, shelters, research organizations and educational institutions, among other non-profits.
$5 million
in social investments annually
400 projects
supported around the world
6,000 employees
volunteer in social projects
Habitat for Humanity
Our purpose is to empower people who build the future, and Habitat for Humanity is an organization that supports this purpose by building affordable homes for families. Gerdau employees throughout the U.S. participate in Habitat for Humanity builds several times each year.
Interfaith Shelter
Every month, employees from Gerdau’s Jackson, Michigan special steel office serve lunch at the Interfaith Shelter, which is a non-profit that provides emergency shelter and meals to people in need. The organization serves more than 65,000 meals annually.
United Way
Gerdau locations throughout the U.S. and Canada participate in United Way’s annual giving campaign. Employee donations support health, education and financial stability. Gerdau also participates in the United Way's Day of Caring, which is an initiative that involves hands-on volunteerism at various non-profit organizations.