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When it comes to giving back to the community, we put employees in charge. Through BW Community Connection and our pro bono program, employees choose which nonprofits to support—with fundraising, expertise, or volunteering. |
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“We are incredibly proud to contribute to the community. Our community-focused initiatives reflect the firm’s dedication to creating a workplace that empowers employees and supports their incredible passion to contribute to our community across so many dimensions. Our employees’ creativity and support are truly heartwarming.”
Charlie Mullin, Partner
“One of my favorite things is mentoring middle school students through Higher Achievement every Wednesday. I continuously find Bates White Community Connection programs to be fulfilling, impactful, and a part of my day that I always look forward to.”
Peter Holmes, Consultant II
"Bates White employees bring remarkable energy and enthusiasm to their casework—and pro bono is no exception. As a member of the team coordinating the firm’s pro bono efforts, I have seen firsthand the willingness to contribute and the many excellent ideas for potential projects. I am thrilled to contribute, both in a coordinating capacity and in bringing my own consulting expertise to bear."
Amanda Kurzendoerfer, Partner
"Bates White employees are passionate about opportunities to use their economic consulting skills to give back to the community—we all realize how valuable this work can be. Based on my own experience, I know this work can help nonprofits literally change lives, and to be a part of that is incredibly rewarding."
Brian McClelland, Partner
Through our Community Connection program, employees propose and organize initiatives for nonprofits they are passionate about. We average more than 25 initiatives and donate more than $200,000 every year.
Leveraging their professional expertise, employees help nonprofits address business challenges—from performing economic analyses to testifying in legal cases.
Through its pro bono program, Bates White has partnered with DC Greens to evaluate the effectiveness of its Produce Rx Program.
Employees participated in a fun walk and race to support the American Heart Association.
For the sixth year in a row, the Children’s Law Center selected Bates White as its Corporate Champions for Children winner. Bates White has won the award every year since the award’s inception.
Summer Consultants raised over $15,000 after hosting trivia and holding a week-long balloon wars initiative for Innovations for Poverty Action.
