Marcus has a long-standing tradition of giving to its communities, a tradition we are happy to uphold to this day. We focus our support on six major areas of giving: 1) job creation and economic impact; 2) local arts and culture; 3) education; 4) health; 5) conservation and history; and 6) community development and social needs. We believe in contributing to the local economy and supporting the communities in which we work and live. In terms of economic impact, we have more than 7,200 associates nationwide and make tax contributions of more than $25 million to area economies. Our care and concern goes beyond traditional contributions. We assist organizations that are strategically aligned with our philanthropic efforts through more than $1 million worth of gift certificates each year and matching funds through programs at our local hotels and restaurants. We support associates in special ways during times of extraordinary care and need. We have facilitated creative partnerships. For example, we partner with industry Helms Briscoe to give more than $50,000 last year to HB Cares, in support of United Way, Clean the World, Childhood Leukemia Foundation and Special Olympics. The Marcus Foundation provides funding of $100,000 every two years for the Marcus Architectural Prize, in conjunction with the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee School of Architecture and Urban Planning.