Thomas J. Gunning Fund

About the TJG Fund

The Gunning family launched the TJG Fund in memory of Tom, who lived his life in service to others. As a father, husband, friend, executive director, mentor or coach, Tom always tried to make the world around him better. What truly set Tom apart was his unique ability to connect with anyone, and everyone, he met.

If you were fortunate enough to meet Tom Gunning, you had a cherished friend and supporter for life. It was this unparalleled level of connection and support that made Tom an Industry Legend and Friend to All. The TJG Fund will honor Tom’s legacy by supporting the vast number of causes that he cherished.

The 2nd Annual BTEA Northeast Golf Tournament benefited the TJG Fund. Throughout 2023 and 2024, donations were made to The American Liver Foundation, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), Team IMPACT, Boston Children’s Hospital, the Corey C. Griffin Foundation and families in need of support due to unexpected medical diagnoses.
TJG Tournament Gallery

2nd Annual BTEA Golf Tournament to benefit the Thomas J. Gunning Fund

On Monday, July 29, we hosted our 2nd Annual BTEA Golf Tournament to benefit the TJG Fund. Thanks to our generous sponsors, supporters and participants, we were able to raise a tremendous amount of money for the TJG Fund! We remain humbled by this support and grateful to be able to carry on Tom’s commitment to philanthropy.

As part of the event, we announced mentorship as the first cornerstone of the TJG Fund mission. In T2’s passing, we were blown away by the impact Tom had as a mentor, both in work and through his coaching days. Many shared stories of not only his great career advice but his focus on sportsmanship and character as part of his coaching, most notably through Milton Youth Baseball. This year, in addition to our many donations, we will be focused on providing resources to mentorship programs within our industry and throughout the Northeast.

Thomas J. Gunning with Mayor Walsh

Executive Director Emeritus

Tom Gunning dedicated his life to advancing the union construction industry, working as a laborer in Local 223 and ultimately retiring as the Executive Director Emeritus of the Building Trades Employers’ Association Northeast. Serving over 250 contractors for more than 35 years, Tom’s illustrious career lives on through the work of the countless professionals he mentored throughout his tenure.