Southwest Gas Foundation and Southwest Gas employees partnered with local nonprofits to provide critical supplies and support to individuals, families, and youth experiencing homelessness
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LAS VEGAS, July 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Southwest Gas Foundation (Foundation), the philanthropic arm of Southwest Gas Corporation (Southwest Gas or Company), wrapped its "Month of Giving" with employee volunteer events across Arizona, Nevada, and California. The "Month of Giving" also recognized the Foundation's 60th Anniversary and highlighted its long-standing commitment to cultivating nonprofit partnerships to support those in need.
During the events, Southwest Gas employees and their family members assembled more than 6,000 care kits to support individuals experiencing homelessness. The care kits are being distributed by local nonprofit partners, including: Central Arizona Shelter Services, Northern Nevada Dream Center, Elko Friends in Service, Youth On Their Own, HELP of Southern Nevada, and Family Assistance Program.
"The Southwest Gas Foundation's 60th anniversary is not only a moment to reflect on its legacy, but an opportunity to continue putting our commitment to community into action," said Justin Brown, President and CEO of Southwest Gas. "Through the Month of Giving, our employees worked alongside longtime nonprofit partners across Arizona, Nevada, and California to help provide comfort, dignity, and support to those in need. That spirit of service reflects who we are as a company and the lasting impact we can all make when we come together for our communities."
By the Numbers
During the month of June, the Foundation contributed $60,000 to provide essential hygiene, heat relief, and outreach items for the care kits. Through the employee volunteer program BLUE (Building Lives Up Everywhere), Southwest Gas employees and their family members assembled:
2,000 care kits with Central Arizona Shelter Services
500 care kits with Nevada Dream Center and Elko Friends in Service
1,000 care kits with Youth On Their Own
2,000 care kits with HELP of Southern Nevada
1,000 care kits with Family Assistance Program
Notable Quotes
For local nonprofits, strong community partnerships are essential in providing critical resources, pathways to stability, and hope for individuals experiencing homelessness and housing instability:
Central Arizona Shelter Services
"Strong community partnerships are essential to helping individuals move from crisis to stability," said Nathan Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Central Arizona Shelter Services. "Southwest Gas and the Southwest Gas Foundation have been incredible partners, not only through their financial support but through the time and energy their employees dedicate to our mission. The care kits assembled today will provide resources and comfort to individuals experiencing homelessness while demonstrating that our community cares about their well-being and success."