Energizing the Community

“This city needs more companies like Dougherty Electric. Don and his employees never hesitate to volunteer their time to neighborhood clubs and community groups undertaking charitable projects.”

“Without their assistance, many of these endeavors would go unfinished.”

“It's nice to know that if a boys or girls club in my area needs electrical work, I can pick up the phone and count on Dougherty Electric.” — Philadelphia Councilwoman Joan Krajewski

Charity Begins at Home:

“I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for your outstanding work in the community. More recently, the work performed at St. Agnes Hospital.”

“Over the years, you have performed various charitable projects throughout my district and beyond with such professionalism. Dougherty Electric's commitment and dedication has been an asset to the community.”

“It is a pleasure to have this business in my district.”
— State Rep. Bill Keller, 184 th Legislative District

"I am writing on behalf of the Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers
of the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House to thank you for your generous donation of dinner on August 26, 2003, for our families...What a great evening-great food, and the clowns, balloons, and face-painting festivities were so appreciated...Thank you for supporting our mission and helping us to take care of over 1,750 families per year. Your friendship and generous support of the House are truly appreciated."
— Debra Roberts, Executive Director, Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House

Community Spirit:

“Dougherty Electric is that very rare Philadelphia business that is known for both their quality and good deeds, and the City would be much better off if we had more like them. The quality of their work is unparalleled, as they are truly masters of their craft and always complete their projects in a very timely and dependable manner.”

“But their work in service of the community is what makes them so unique, as they have always contributed their time and services to numerous charitable projects in the neighborhood.”

“Further, they employ many City residents and have kept their business in the City when many of their competitors have chosen not to.”

“The support they have accumulated from various organzations, officials, and neighborhood groups is impressive and clearly a credit to the good work that Dougherty Electric does, and I greatly appreciate having them as one of my corporate constituents”

— James F. Kenney, Councilman-At-Large

Investing in People:

“All of his men are union employees. Most of them are neighbors. 'Thanks to Johnny Doc,' he says, 'we have a wealth of talent in this neighborhood. Most of the kids move into apprenticeships in Local 98 following their dads and brothers and uncles.' ”

“Dougherty knows he makes an impact on the younger high school students in the neighborhood. 'They know they can't come to work here,' he says, 'unless they complete high school and do some college level work. They need that as part of their apprentice qualifications if they intend to make it into the union.' ”

“Gus says, 'We love to serve our community. It's why we work
hard to better this community . . . we like to give back.'”

— Philadelphia Public Record 3/8/2001