Corporate Social Responsibility
At Sprung, we recognize that our operations have a broader social, environmental and economic impact. Our business approach is built on sustainable and responsible growth, and our programs reflect this commitment.
Helping the Community in Times of Urgent Need
- From emergency shelters and medical facilities to temporary schools and membranes used for roof repair, our team has brought Sprung technology and expertise to areas around the world affected by crisis and devastation.
- Sprung has been donating structures to a variety of humanitarian efforts since 1980, working closely with partners such as AmeriCares, MSF (Doctors Without Borders), Homes of Hope and Samaritan’s Purse. We have also been an important source of supply for the Salvation Army and the Red Cross in their disaster recovery efforts.
- In addition, Sprung continues to supply various cities with homeless navigation centers, which serve as a vital bridge between life on the streets and an affordable housing.
Examples of Sprung’s commitment to corporate social responsibility through the years
2022
West Island College, Alberta – Greenhouse
Sprung donated a natural-light greenhouse to West Island College for its newly established Garden Club. Installed in July 2022, the structure is a place where students can learn about growing food locally and sustainability.
“While academics is at the forefront, we want students to pursue their passions and explore opportunities to tap into their potential,” says Erlynn Gococo, director of admissions at the school, which was voted the Gold Winner in the Private School category of the 2022-23 Calgary Readers’ Choice Awards. “Whether it be academic, athletic, fine arts or whatever passion — we want them to be able to pursue that.”
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2021
Youth With A Mission, Homes of Hope – Tarps at Work
In 2021, we provided much-needed tarps to Youth With A Mission (YWAM) to use in their Homes of Hope home-building program in Mexico.
“I wanted to thank you for donating all the tarps to YWAM SDB. I’m out in a poor [area of] Colonia, building a Home of Hope. Right next door is a very needy family that now has a great roof with your tarps, (until it’s their turn to get a Home of Hope). Thank you for your generosity!”
-Sean Lambert, Youth With A Mission
Samaritan’s Purse
In Appreciation of Sprung Instant Structures LTD.
For its Partnership with Samaritan’s Purse Canada
Samaritan’s Purse Canada is grateful to Sprung Instant Structures Ltd. for their generosity and partnership over the years. Sprung has collaborated with Samaritan’s Purse, responding to humanitarian crises with physical aid and a message of hope in a time of flooding, typhoons, hurricanes, and fires.
Sprung donated a 50’ x 110’ structure to Homes of Hope in Mexico’s Baja California region. This structure provides classrooms and training space for hundreds of volunteers learning to erect homes for disadvantaged families in Mexico and abroad.
“Thank you so much for your amazing generosity. Our new Sprung building is coming together nicely. It’s such a huge gift, one I am so grateful for. “
Sean Lambert, Youth With A Mission
2019
Toronto Respite Center, Toronto, Ontario – Umbrellas Donations
Sprung has worked with cities across North America to build homeless navigation centers, bridge structures and respite centers. In 2019, we approached staff at the Toronto Respite Center and asked what they could use to help their guests. The center was in need of some shade over its patio area, so Sprung ordered eight patio umbrellas and set them up. Now guests at the center can gather to enjoy fresh air and a little shade.
Youth with a Mission (YWAM) | Homes of Hope – Structure and Tarps
Homes of Hope build hundreds of homes every year for the disadvantaged in Mexico. With the rapid expansion of YWAM and Homes of Hope there has been a demand for additional training and classroom space. Sprung contributed another 50′ wide x 110′ long structure. Sprung is also sending more membrane which volunteers will install onto homes of impoverished families to repair their leaky roofs.
2018
Samaritans Purse, Barbuda – Hurricane relief structure
October 31, 2018
Good evening,
I wanted to thank you for your generosity in donating the Sprung Structure to Samaritans Purse for their relief effort in Barbuda. The structure is invaluable for safely storing materials and equipment for Barbuda.
My wife Leigh and I and our two daughters Savannah and Rebeccah have just returned from serving with Samaritans Purse in Barbuda for two weeks. We installed roofs on homes that have been without roofs for over one year after Hurricane Irma.
We witnessed first-hand the impact that this relief effort had on the families that we served. Our daughter Savannah and her team installed a roof for a family of five. They have lived in a home with a leaky tarp for covering for over a year. The father lost his two-year old son in the hurricane, the only fatality of the hurricane. The five were sleeping in one bed in an undivided, single-room home. Not only did they get a brand-new roof, but the team also installed walls to divide up the home and give them some privacy and dignity.
My wife and I and our team installed a roof for a 74-year-old woman, her daughter and granddaughters who all lived in leaky tents in their backyard for over a year until we showed up. Within four days they had a brand-new roof!
I have attached photos of the Sprung and the 74-year-old’s home before and after, and a photo of the family being congratulated once the home was repaired.
Once again thank you for your generosity. Your donation allowed these people to regain their dignity and gave them hope for the future.
Rob Allain
2017
Barbuda – Disaster relief structure following Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria
Sprung donated a 16-meter-by-32-meter structure in Barbuda to serve as Samaritan’s Purse’s operational and supply hub in the storm-battered region. Samaritan’s Purse launched a major reconstruction project in Antigua and Barbuda, and this structure served as an operation base to get supplies where they need to go to help survivors rebuild their lives.
Homes of Hope, Mexico
Ongoing donations of recycled membrane were delivered to homes in Mexico for water prevention to stop leaking roofs. This is an annual program carried out with Homes of Hope.
2016
Fort McMurray, Alberta – Relief Effort
After devastating wildfires during the summer of 2016, a 50’ x 100’ structure was donated to the Fort McMurray Relief Effort. It was used as a warehouse to house supplies that were donated from around the world.
Youth with a Mission (YWAM), Baja, Mexico
Sprung and YWAM worked together to provide recycled fabric panels to families in Tijuana, Mexico. Volunteers are seen here installing fabric onto homes of impoverished families to repair their leaky roofs.
2013
Samaritan’s Purse, The Philippines
Samaritan’s Purse and Sprung provided relief just days after Typhoon Haiyan struck Tacloban, Philippines. Samaritan’s Purse used a 30′ x 140′Sprung warehouse to store food, water and medical supplies.
Homes of Hope, Mexico
Sprung’s contribution to Homes of Hope made this 60′ x 130’ Teaching Center possible. Homes of Hope builds hundreds of homes every year for the disadvantaged in Mexico.
2012
Homes of Hope, Mexico
Ongoing donations of recycled membrane are delivered to homes in Mexico for water prevention to stop leaking roofs. This is an annual program in combination with Homes of Hope.
Homes of Hope
2011
Tornado Relief, Missouri
In collaboration with the AmeriCares Relief Organization, Sprung donated two 30’x 50’ structures for use as emergency distribution facilities after a devastating tornado in Joplin, Missouri.
2010
Terry Fox Run, Canada
Sprung donated several marquee-style tents to be used at the Terry Fox Run, an annual fundraising event for cancer research.
2009
AARC Facility, Canada
The Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre is a long-term treatment program for chemically dependent adolescents and their families. In 2009, Sprung donated a hockey arena to assist in the recovery process.
2008
Homes of Hope, Mexico
In 2008, our president, Phil Sprung, traveled to Tijuana, Mexico, as part of a Homes of Hope mission to build a new dwelling for a family.
2007
Homes of Hope, Mexico
As part of a new program, Sprung donated four semi-truckloads of recycled membrane to Homes of Hope. The membrane is installed on leaking roofs of disadvantaged families in Tijuana, Mexico.
2006
Hurricane Katrina Relief, U.S.
To support Hurricane Katrina relief work, Sprung donated five structures through AmeriCares, including temporary churches, a daycare center and logistic facilities.
2005
Civil War Relief, Liberia
Sprung donated a hospital facility to support the relief efforts of AmeriCares and Doctors Without Borders following the Second Liberian Civil War.
2004
Medical Facilities, Malawi
Sprung donated two hospital facilities to the Republic of Malawi in collaboration with AmeriCares and Doctors Without Borders.
2003
Typhoon Relief, Madagascar
After a typhoon caused massive flooding, Sprung worked with AmeriCares and Gatorade to provide four structures for relief and food production.
2002
Ground Zero, New York City
Following the chaos and devastation of the 9-11 attacks, Sprung worked with AmeriCares and the Salvation Army to provide seven structures for recovery and relief efforts.
1996
Arson Recovery, U.S.
Sprung donated six structures through AmeriCares after arsonists destroyed several churches in the southern United States.
1994
Relief Mission, Rwanda
During the Rwandan Genocide of 1994, Sprung donated six structures and joined the relief mission in collaboration with AmeriCares and Doctors Without Borders.
1991
Operation Desert Storm, Iraq
As Desert Storm continued, Sprung supported AmeriCares relief efforts by donating an additional five structures to camps housing Kurdish refugees.