Community Archives - The Raymond Group https://www.raymondgroup.com/category/community/ Building excellence since 1936 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:31:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.raymondgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/cropped-Stacked-Full-Width-Original-32x32.jpg Community Archives - The Raymond Group https://www.raymondgroup.com/category/community/ 32 32 Raymond Joins the UCI Anti-Cancer Challenge https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/raymond-group-joins-the-uci-anti-cancer-challenge/ https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/raymond-group-joins-the-uci-anti-cancer-challenge/#respond Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:04:34 +0000 https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/ The Raymond Group was proud to participate in this year’s UCI Anti-Cancer Challenge, joining the fight to end cancer through research, awareness, and community support. This inspiring event brought together thousands of participants to raise funds for life-saving cancer research at the UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. Raymond had over 40 team members […]

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The Raymond Group was proud to participate in this year’s UCI Anti-Cancer Challenge, joining the fight to end cancer through research, awareness, and community support. This inspiring event brought together thousands of participants to raise funds for life-saving cancer research at the UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Raymond had over 40 team members take part by walking in honor of loved ones and in support of a future without cancer. Together, our team helped contribute to  more than $1 million raised to advance cancer research and treatment innovations.

A huge thank-you to everyone who participated, donated, or cheered us on! Your passion and generosity truly reflect The Raymond Way, building stronger communities through teamwork, compassion, and purpose.

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UCSD Shaketable https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/ucsd-shaketable/ https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/ucsd-shaketable/#respond Thu, 14 Aug 2025 17:40:10 +0000 https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/ Shaking things up at UCSD! Raymond’s San Diego team, alongside Clark Construction and other trades, recently supported the University of California San Diego’s groundbreaking research on mid-rise cold-formed steel structures — studying their seismic and fire performance to help improve building codes. Raymond stick-built the facility’s first floor, then installed wall and floor panels (produced […]

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Shaking things up at UCSD! Raymond’s San Diego team, alongside Clark Construction and other trades, recently supported the University of California San Diego’s groundbreaking research on mid-rise cold-formed steel structures — studying their seismic and fire performance to help improve building codes.

Raymond stick-built the facility’s first floor, then installed wall and floor panels (produced by a Standard/Nevell joint venture) along with finish work for floors two through 10.

The UC San Diego Shake Table is the only outdoor facility of its kind in the world — and the only simulator capable of testing a 10-story building.

See it in action in NBC 7’s coverage:

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Raymond Southern California Hosts Charity Day of Giving https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/raymond-southern-california-hosts-charity-day-of-giving/ https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/raymond-southern-california-hosts-charity-day-of-giving/#respond Thu, 03 Jul 2025 18:14:58 +0000 https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/ Raymond recently held a Charity Day in our Southern California region, bringing employees together to give back to the community through hands-on volunteer work and acts of kindness. The day was split into two impactful experiences. The first group boarded the Do Good Bus, an organization that combines team-building with community service. Their destination was […]

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Raymond recently held a Charity Day in our Southern California region, bringing employees together to give back to the community through hands-on volunteer work and acts of kindness. The day was split into two impactful experiences.

The first group boarded the Do Good Bus, an organization that combines team-building with community service. Their destination was the Orangewood Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting young people transitioning from foster care to independence. Our volunteers spent the day cleaning, painting, and completing repairs at one of Orangewood’s living facilities—making a difference while building connections with their teammates and having fun along the way.

The second group stayed onsite and created Kynd Kits to support various causes. Volunteers assembled:

  • Cancer Care Kits filled with comforting items for patients undergoing treatment, to be donated to nonprofit organization PIH Health, serving residents in Los Angeles and Orange County.

  • Fidget Blankets for children in hospitals, to be donated to PIH Health.

  • Rescue Dog Kits complete with handmade beds and toys for shelter animals, to be donated to nonprofit animal welfare organization Priceless Pets, located in Costa Mesa, California.

Each kit was designed to bring joy and support to someone in need.

To close out the day, everyone came together to celebrate their efforts with a visit from a dessert truck—sweetening a day full of generosity and teamwork.

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2025 FCL Camp for Teen Girls https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/2025-fcl-camp-for-teen-girls/ https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/2025-fcl-camp-for-teen-girls/#respond Fri, 27 Jun 2025 19:43:38 +0000 https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/ Raymond was proud to take part in this year’s Future Construction Leaders Foundation (FCL) Camp for Teen Girls! This annual summer camp, located in San Diego, offers teen girls a no-cost, hands-on introduction to careers in construction. Throughout the week, participants gain experience using power tools and learn the fundamentals of various trades—all while building […]

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Raymond was proud to take part in this year’s Future Construction Leaders Foundation (FCL) Camp for Teen Girls! This annual summer camp, located in San Diego, offers teen girls a no-cost, hands-on introduction to careers in construction. Throughout the week, participants gain experience using power tools and learn the fundamentals of various trades—all while building real structures (this year: garden benches!). Along the way, they develop skills in communication, teamwork, and confidence.

Throughout the event, Raymond provided equipment and mentors (skilled carpenters) to teach campers various construction techniques like roof sheathing, framing, interior drywall, exterior siding, housekeeping, and painting.

Created as a community outreach to increase interest in the construction industry among women, FCL Camp provides skills that last long after the program ends. For more information, visit https://www.futureconstructionleaders.org/.

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Race for Autism 2025 https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/race-for-autism-2025/ https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/race-for-autism-2025/#respond Mon, 14 Apr 2025 17:30:00 +0000 https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/race-for-autism-2024-copy/ Raymond employees, family members, and friends participated in the 2025 Race for Autism in San Diego. The annual event raises awareness about autism and supports efforts for research, education, and services for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us, or donated, for your dedication to […]

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Raymond employees, family members, and friends participated in the 2025 Race for Autism in San Diego. The annual event raises awareness about autism and supports efforts for research, education, and services for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us, or donated, for your dedication to making a difference and fostering inclusivity and support for individuals with autism.

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Rebuilding Together San Diego https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/rebuilding-together-san-diego/ https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/rebuilding-together-san-diego/#respond Mon, 13 Jan 2025 23:14:50 +0000 https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/ Raymond’s San Diego region participated in the Rebuilding Together National Rebuild Event with Clark Construction by replastering a home for a veteran in need.   Rebuilding Together San Diego is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the homes and lives of low-income homeowners, particularly seniors, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, by providing free home repairs […]

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Raymond’s San Diego region participated in the Rebuilding Together National Rebuild Event with Clark Construction by replastering a home for a veteran in need.

 

Rebuilding Together San Diego is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the homes and lives of low-income homeowners, particularly seniors, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, by providing free home repairs and renovations. They focus on ensuring these residents can live in safe, healthy, and independent environments.

Thank you to Clark Construction for including us in the event, which they have been part of for many years. It’s an opportunity for communities to come together, giving back to those who need it most while making a lasting impact on neighborhoods.

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2024 Baja Builds Challenge https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/2024-baja-builds-challenge/ https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/2024-baja-builds-challenge/#respond Mon, 14 Oct 2024 16:51:08 +0000 https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/ Raymond’s San Diego region participated in the San Diego Building Industry’s annual Baja Challenge by helping to build a home for a family in need just south of the San Diego border. Raymond was invited to the team challenge by the Whiting-Turner Contracting Company. Raymond and Whiting-Turner brought 35 employee volunteers, along with their family […]

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Raymond’s San Diego region participated in the San Diego Building Industry’s annual Baja Challenge by helping to build a home for a family in need just south of the San Diego border. Raymond was invited to the team challenge by the Whiting-Turner Contracting Company. Raymond and Whiting-Turner brought 35 employee volunteers, along with their family and friends, with the goal of building twenty homes in total by all participating companies.

The Project Mercy Baja Challenge has been taking place for 24 years now with the goal of improving the standard of living and reducing health hazards for impoverished families in the colonies east of Tijuana, Mexico. This year’s event, which took place on Saturday, October 5, 2024, was a coordinated effort between the non-profit organization Project Mercy and Baja Challenge. Raymond provided a volunteer building crew as well as donations for building materials.

The family who received support from this year’s Baja Build expressed their gratitude, saying, “What you are doing is a tremendous blessing to our family.” Each year, Raymond feels deeply honored to give back to our neighboring communities. We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with such generous organizations and industry partners.

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The Raymond Group Named ENR California 2024 Specialty Contractor of the Year https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/the-raymond-group-named-enr-california-2024-specialty-contractor-of-the-year/ https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/the-raymond-group-named-enr-california-2024-specialty-contractor-of-the-year/#respond Sat, 07 Sep 2024 18:50:41 +0000 https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/ The Raymond Group has been named the 2024 California Specialty Contractor of the Year by ENR California. This award reflects ENR editors’ evaluation of Raymond’s achievements, including our support for small and disadvantaged businesses and our certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE). ENR recognized Raymond’s commitment to encouraging women to become part of the industry […]

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The Raymond Group has been named the 2024 California Specialty Contractor of the Year by ENR California.

This award reflects ENR editors’ evaluation of Raymond’s achievements, including our support for small and disadvantaged businesses and our certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE). ENR recognized Raymond’s commitment to encouraging women to become part of the industry through initiatives like the Future Construction Leaders Foundation Camp for Teen Girls in San Diego.

Factored into the award was Raymond’s 2023 revenue, and contributing projects like Horton Plaza San Diego (a LEED Platinum live, work, play campus), Intuit Dome (home of the NBA Clippers in Inglewood), and Chicken Ranch Casino in Northern California.

On the safety front, Raymond’s San Diego region completed three years without a recordable incident in 2023, and in 2024 our Northern California and Las Vegas regions completed one year incident free.

Raymond will be profiled in the December 16, 2024 print edition of ENR California, which will also include the annual California and Northwest Top Specialty Contractors rankings. Read ENR California’s announcement of the 2024 Specialty Contractor of the Year here.

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Raymond Certified Women-Owned Business (WBE) https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/raymond-certified-women-owned-business-san-diego/ https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/raymond-certified-women-owned-business-san-diego/#respond Thu, 01 Aug 2024 18:02:35 +0000 https://www.raymondgroup.com/blog/raymond-certified-women-owned-business-copy/ Raymond has been certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). While Raymond has been majority women-owned and operated since 2017, we are proud to be recognized as a WBE. The WBENC Certification process has confirmed that Raymond is owned, operated, and controlled by women, and has the […]

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Raymond has been certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). While Raymond has been majority women-owned and operated since 2017, we are proud to be recognized as a WBE.

The WBENC Certification process has confirmed that Raymond is owned, operated, and controlled by women, and has the appropriate structure and strategic business planning and implementation in place.

 

Nicolle (Nikki) Winsor and Kirsten Potter, Principal/Owners

 

As a family-owned business since 1936, Raymond is driven by a passion to serve our customers with quality products and exceptional service. Being certified as a women-owned business is an important part of what we stand for — diversity, integrity, and teamwork.

Raymond is made up of a diverse group of individuals focused on a common purpose: to provide for our families; to build unique and exciting projects; and to help create better communities where we live. As we move into 2024, we look forward to continuing a workplace culture where diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We are excited to work together to deliver quality that exceeds our clients’ expectations.

WBENC National Certification Nos.
WBE2402452 (Raymond-San Diego, Inc.)
WBE2302991 (Raymond-Southern California, Inc.)
WBE2302992 (George M. Raymond Co. – Las Vegas)
WBE2303494 (Raymond-Northern California, Inc.)

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