KRISTI RONYAK
FEATURE
Hope in Hard Hats:
Construction Angels Rallies Nationwide to Support Families of Fallen Workers
KRISTI RONYAK
In an industry built on strength, grit and teamwork, it’ s easy to forget how fragile life can be. But at Construction Angels, we never forget. Every time a construction worker doesn’ t make it home, our mission kicks into high gear, because behind every hard hat is a family who deserves comfort, care and the promise that they’ re not alone. Construction Angels is more than a charity— it’ s a lifeline. A national nonprofit with a heart, helping families in 33 states over 14 years, we provide immediate financial assistance and grief counseling to families who have lost a loved one in a construction-related accident. It’ s a deeply personal mission, and it’ s one we can only accomplish with the power of community. Across the country, companies, crews and supporters are stepping up and turning out for our cause. They’ re not just putting on golf tournaments or hosting benefit concerts. They’ re rallying entire communities around the families who need us most. Every dollar raised helps us say“ yes” when a grieving spouse calls. Every sponsor, every player, every guest at a Construction Angels event brings us one step closer to ensuring no construction family ever faces loss alone. As we head into the second half of 2025, we’ re thrilled to share a powerful lineup of events that combine camaraderie, competition and compassion— all to benefit this mission of hope. These aren’ t just fundraisers. They’ re gatherings of hearts and hands from across the industry, united by a common goal: to support the families behind the orange vests and steel-toe boots.
• September 5 –( Michigan) 8th Annual D & R Earthmoving and Guy Hurley in Memory of“ Brian Dodds Memorial” Golf Outing
• September 10 –( Iowa) 3rd Annual Cemen Tech & Master Builders of Iowa Golf Outing
• September 12 –( Florida) 2nd Annual Beyel Bros Charity Golf Tournament
• September 18 –( Alabama) 2nd Annual Alabama Golf Classic Hosted by US Pipe
• October 2 – 3 –( South Carolina) 2nd Annual BOMAG & Linder Golf Classic National Fundraiser
• October 3 –( Maryland) 5th Annual Miss Utility Annual Charity Golf Tournament
• October 10 –( Tennessee) 2nd Annual Arcosa Aggregates Clay Shoot
• October 16 –( Maryland) CREW Baltimore Bingo Night!
• November 21 –( Florida) 13th Annual Charity Scholarship Golf Tournament hosted by AGC Florida East Coast Chapter
Our national events bring together construction leaders, advocates and partners from across the country— raising visibility, funds and spirits. Join us the day before CONEXPO kicks off its convention in Las Vegas on March 2, 2026, hosted by SoCal JCB, Southwest JCB & Core and Main at Paiute Golf Course. Construction Angels has teamed up with NAWIC this year for our first fundraiser together. We just had NAWIC’ s“ Cocktails for a Cause” at the Top of the Prudential Center on Aug. 21, in Boston, Mass. Hannah Garison of Riggs Caterpillar, our first Construction Angels State Representative of Arkansas, and I co-hosted this fundraiser, which featured live country music performances by stars Allie Colleen and Angie K, while they were on their“ song writing tour.” It was a packed house! If you can’ t make it to one of our events, there are still powerful ways to stand with Construction Angels. We are always looking for State, Regional, and National Sponsors. And if you have
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