Nashville, Tenn.-based LP Building Solutions, the building products manufacturer, announced earlier this week that its 2024 charitable contributions exceeded $1.3 million through its philanthropic arm, the LP Foundation, and other corporate giving initiatives.
The company said the figure marks the fifth consecutive year of increased contributions and the fourth straight year surpassing $500,000 in annual donations; the funds have supported more than 100 nonprofits and public schools.
The LP Foundation, an independent nonprofit fully funded by LP, has been “Building a Better World” since 1973. Today, it operates five philanthropic programs: Community Grants, Disaster Relief, Team Member Giving Matches, Team Member Nonprofit Board Service Grants, and a partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation.
“Our mission is to strengthen communities, protect our environment, and foster the next generation of talent,” said LP Foundation President Breeanna Straessle. “We’re proud to see how our contributions continue to create a lasting impact across the U.S. and Canada.”
Strengthening Communities Through Strategic Giving
In 2024, the Foundation granted nearly $500,000 to various nonprofits, including the Dickinson Trail Network in Michigan, to expand non-motorized trails and Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee for its Skilled Trades Training program.
Additional funding supported Cheekwood Estate & Gardens in Nashville for reforestation efforts and the Cameron Lake Outdoor Education Centre in British Columbia for environmental education.
"With more than 2,300 trees, Cheekwood Estate & Gardens is an accredited arboretum that celebrates the diversity of Middle Tennessee’s native tree canopy and serves the community as an outdoor classroom, as well as a place for respite for people and wildlife,” said Cheekwood Vice President of Gardens and Facilities Peter Grimaldi.
Expanding National Partnerships
LP deepened its partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation in 2024, donating LP SmartSide Trim & Siding for specially adapted homes for wounded veterans. Last month, LP helped build a house for retired U.S. Army Sergeant Joshua Hargis in honor of Veterans Day.
“LP’s generosity enables us to further amplify our support of our nation’s incredible heroes and their families,” said Gary Sinise Foundation Executive Director Donna Mercier. “On behalf of our founder Gary Sinise, we are so grateful for their unwavering support of our mission.”
Disaster Relief and Community Resilience
Following Hurricane Helene’s devastation in the Southeast U.S., LP provided critical support to impacted North Carolina and Tennessee areas, including donations to humanitarian relief efforts, over 6,000 bottles of water, and OSB for rebuilding projects.
“Our community faced catastrophic flooding, and LP’s swift response made a tangible difference,” said LP Roaring River HR Manager Constance Fine.
Fostering Workforce Development
LP is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and skilled workforce by supporting initiatives like the Manufacturing Institute’s Women MAKE America and Heroes MAKE America programs, the Forest Workforce Training Institute and the Building Talent Foundation, which connects young people and underrepresented groups to construction trade opportunities.
Additional support was provided to organizations such as the National Association of Black Accountants, fostering diversity in finance and accounting, and other nonprofits that advance inclusion and career development in the manufacturing and forestry industries.
Learn more about LP’s philanthropic programs at LPCorp.com.
