PBS&J Funds Summer Science Program
"Explore & Experiment" project brings hands-on science to at-risk students.
Houston, Texas (PRWEB) May 10, 2007 -- PBS&J, a local engineering, construction management, architectural and environmental sciences consulting firm, recently donated $5,000 to help fund the East Harris County Youth Program's "Explore & Experiment" project.
The donation will be used to purchase science supplies and equipment such as beakers, test tubes and safety goggles. The "Explore & Experiment" project will provide approximately 900 at-risk students the opportunity to participate in hands-on science lessons and learning activities this summer.
"Through this donation, PBS&J is keeping the study of science exciting and sparking the imaginations of the next generation of engineers and scientists," said Gary Hodges, PBS&J vice president and construction services division manager. "Supporting youth education initiatives is part of PBS&J's commitment to being a good corporate citizen."
The funds for this contribution are provided through The PBSJ Foundation, Inc. The PBSJ Corporation, parent company of PBS&J and PBS&J Constructors, Inc., has a long-established tradition of giving back to the communities in which its employees live and work. The PBSJ Foundation was established to further promote and support education, public charities focused on providing support for individuals and communities impacted by natural and man-made disasters, and the interests and welfare of other public charities.
"I am excited about what this grant will do for our children," said Harris County Precinct Two Commissioner Sylvia R. Garcia. "Partnerships with companies like PBS&J help our programs continue to grow and build a positive foundation for our future."
About the East Harris County Youth Program
The East Harris County Youth Program is dedicated to serving the needs of Harris County Precinct Two. The program offers first- through fifth-grade students the opportunity to develop academically, physically and socially, enabling them to become productive citizens in their communities. The youth population served through the program consists of boys and girls from any ethnic background, those that are considered "at risk" academically and socially, and youth from low-income families.
About PBS&J (http://www.pbsj.com)
PBS&J is an employee-owned firm that provides infrastructure planning, engineering, environmental, construction management, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients. The firm is ranked by Engineering News-Record as 25th among the nation's top consulting firms. PBS&J has almost 3,900 employees located in more than 75 offices throughout the U.S. and abroad, including six offices in the Gulf Coast region.
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