Northrop Grumman and BD employees love making a difference in their careers through giving back to the community. One cause that both companies support is Habitat for Humanity, a global nonprofit housing organization working in local communities across all 50 states in the U.S. and in approximately 70 countries.

Habitat’s vision is of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. 

Northrop Grumman builds strong, stable homes for those in need in Northern Virginia 

Northrop Grumman employees love getting their hands dirty. Several Northrop Grumman employees put in a little sweat equity at a Habitat for Humanity build in Northern Virginia, supporting the company's priority of meeting critical local needs. 

Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia works with over 4,000 volunteers a year to build strong, safe homes and communities.

Striving to support the diverse needs of local communities

The Habitat community effort is part of Northrop Grumman's wider philanthropic vision. Northrop Grumman initiatives focus on building meaningful partnerships that transform its communities. Working with dynamic partners like Habitat for Humanity, Northrop Grumman strives to support the diverse needs of the communities where its employees live and work through giving from the company, the Northrop Grumman Foundation and employees. Northrop Grumman's core areas of support include education, military and veterans, health and human services, and environmental stewardship.

Recognizing employees dedicated to volunteerism

Employees are a key component of Northrop Grumman's Corporate Citizenship initiatives. Whether tutoring students in math, preparing care packages for service members or cleaning up waterways, the passions of its employees help transform communities. Northrop Grumman offers the Excellence in Volunteerism Awards, a volunteer recognition program that honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment through consistent volunteerism. 

BD helps those impacted by the housing crisis in Northern California

Meanwhile in Northern California, BD associates joined together to spend the day helping their local chapter of Habitat for Humanity build a home for a community member in need. As California is the most expensive state to live in, BD's volunteer work is vital to helping those impacted by the housing crisis. 

Supporting the local community in line with BD's corporate values

BD's support of the local community aligns with the company's corporate values: We treat each other with respect; We do what is right; We always seek to improve; and We accept personal responsibility.

As a medical technology company, BD is intrinsically focused on health, safety and well-being, which means an ongoing commitment to corporate responsibility and progress in its social, environmental and economic performance.

Make a difference in your career at Northrop Grumman and BD

Northrop Grumman and BD both demonstrate an ongoing commitment to improving the lives of people both in their own workforces and in the wider communities in which they operate.

Search for a wide range of exciting career opportunities and join the many talented women making a difference in their careers at Northrop Grumman and BD.