Philanthropy in Construction: Watterson Construction.

Family-owned Watterson Construction routinely contributes to projects in the community. Within the last year, "Watterson [Construction] and shareholders made a significant contribution to the replacement of the gym floor at the [Anchorage Community] YMCA," says President Bill Watterson. The Anchorage Community YMCA is the only YMCA in the state, and "Despite our name, the Y is not just young people, not just for men, and not just for Christians," the organization states. The nonprofit is committed to building community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

During the University of Alaska Fairbanks Centennial Celebration, Watterson made a contribution to the University of Alaska Fairbanks...