Social Responsibility

Perkins&Will is committed to engage its professional resources and leadership to benefit the social needs in the built environment where design can make a difference. While encouraging volunteerism by our employees in our local communities, Perkins&Will will donate 1% of its time and unique intellect to initiate and execute projects and buildings that serve the broad society who otherwise would not have access to our professional services.  

Purpose Projects

Giving back so others can move forward.

Contact Brooke Trivas for information or suggestions for Purpose projects.

Portland Community Squash (PCS) is more just than a place where people come to play squash—it’s a vibrant community hub that is taking on some of the most pressing social challenges in Portland, ME. Located within a former synagogue, PCS has pioneered the Community Squash Model, creating a dynamic environment where people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities come together to learn, grow, play, and thrive. We worked with PCS to design spaces for new squash courts, a community café, locker rooms, study rooms, and redesigned exterior spaces. The new facilities further solidify PCS’s role as one of the most culturally vibrant spaces in Portland, by creating indoor and outdoor spaces for gathering and hosting events, allowing the organization to expand its programming.

The Winchendon Works Community Hub (WWCH) streamlines and expands access to essential services and innovative solutions to the community's most pressing needs. Through a comprehensive continuum of services & systems that address social determinants of health, the WWCH supports residents to transition from crisis to wellness, generate economic opportunities and empower all members of our community to make a difference in their own lives and in the lives of others.  This dynamic multipurpose community space improves food security, economic empowerment and social inclusion.

Service+

Support our local communities. Contact the following people for details on volunteering opportunities.

Pine Street Inn - Jeff Brussel

NE Center and Home for Veterans - Brad Pineau

Urban Farming Institute - Stephen Messinger

Habitat for Humanity - Chris Perlik

Holiday Toy Donations - Sarah Farrell

MLK Jr. Day of Service - Jenna Buckless

WE CARE - Laura Duenas