Heart disease is one of the leading health challenges facing our community, and it’s something we can change together. On Saturday, May 3, join us at Beach Park in Pascagoula for the 2025 Jackson County Heart Walk, a chance to support the American Heart Association’s fight against heart disease and stroke.
In honor of National Volunteer Week, which runs April 21-25, we’re celebrating YOU – the shipbuilders who make a difference every day in your community. From food drives and youth mentorship to community cleanups, fundraising events and more, you have made Ingalls known throughout the community for having a workforce that not only builds strong ships, but who shows up to make our community a better place.
Roll Up Your Sleeves for PRAC Spring Cleanup
Food security is a key focus for Ingalls Shipbuilding this year, and we're proud to sponsor the 11th annual Feed the Need Benefit Concert & Fish Fry. This event, hosted by The Lord Is My Help, supports their mission to provide meals to those in need within our community.
Ingalls welcomed more than 70 scouts to its second annual Shipbuilding Merit Badge Day, offering hands-on courses led by shipbuilders and an exclusive shipyard tour. The event introduced young leaders to shipbuilding careers while reinforcing the shared values of scouting and craftsmanship.
If you missed our on-site sign-up day, don’t worry—there’s still time to register your kids for summer programs! These opportunities offer hands-on learning, skill-building, and fun, ensuring a meaningful summer for students of all ages.
What’s happening: Ingalls Shipbuilding is hosting its second annual Merit Badge Day on Saturday, April 5, 2025, where scouts will earn two badges while exploring teamwork, integrity, and shipbuilding careers.
What’s happening: Onsite summer programs sign-up continues today in the Admin 2 lobby, giving shipbuilders the chance to explore summer camps, activities and educational programs for their children in our surrounding communities.
Ingalls shipbuilders joined community leaders and volunteers for the March of the Mayors food drive on February 28, working together to fight hunger along the Gulf Coast.
At Ingalls Shipbuilding, we recognize that mental health and suicide prevention are important to our workforce and community. As part of our "What Matters to You?" campaign, we’re committed to supporting programs that make a difference and ensuring shipbuilders have access to critical resources.
Ingalls Shipbuilding serves as the regional sponsor of Extra Table’s March of the Mayors, a continued commitment to food security in our communities. Join us through the month of February to collect food, volunteer and fight food insecurity. As we continue to be inspired by the success of the “Extra Full” event, we hope that shipbuilders see their contributions and volunteer efforts as vital pieces to our community and to its success in combatting hunger.
Ingalls welcomed the 2025 Leadership Jackson County class on Feb. 6 for a tour and inside look at shipbuilding.
Recently, Ingalls led the effort alongside local leaders and community members to pack more than 10,000 meal kits of red beans and rice. These kits, designed to serve four people a hot meal, will be distributed to food pantries and soup kitchens across South Mississippi, ensuring access to nutritious meals for those in need.
Ingalls awarded $95,600 in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) grants on February 7 to 22 local schools and educational organizations, reinforcing the company’s commitment to fostering innovation and critical thinking among youth. The grants will support a variety of hands-on projects, classroom technology enhancements, and STEM-focused curriculum.
At Ingalls, our strength lies in our community. The “What Matters to You?” poll helps align our giving and engagement efforts with the causes that are closest to your hearts. Your passions help us make a greater impact together. Let’s kick off the new year by getting involved and sharing the causes that matter most to you.
Are you passionate about empowering domestic violence survivors and creating a safer, more compassionate community? The Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence (GCCFN) is seeking Volunteer Ambassadors to help support and advocate for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and survivors of homicide victims. By becoming an ambassador, you can make a meaningful impact and drive positive change in our community.
February is American Heart Month, a time to raise awareness about heart disease and take steps to improve our heart health. At Ingalls, we’re excited to support the Jackson County Heart Walk, an event that brings our community together to fight heart disease and stroke. Join us in making a difference and promoting heart health!
Join us for an exciting kick-off to the 2025 Ingalls Champions volunteer program. There will be a 2024 review, 2025 preview and a program overview of meaningful volunteer opportunities. Whether you’re passionate about supporting Ingalls events, giving back to the community or building your network, register below and learn more about the program.
There’s no better way to start 2025 than by making a difference in our community. Join us for a food-packing initiative that brings together area mayors, communities and volunteers to tackle food insecurity in partnership with Extra Table. Although the original date has been postponed, stay tuned for the new date!
In the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of service and unity, The African American Shipbuilders Association (AASA) is committed to providing much-needed food assistance to local families. AASA is partnering with Feeding the Gulf Coast to host a MLK Day Food Drive to distribute fresh produce, canned goods, frozen meats, and dry goods to those in need within our community.
At Ingalls Shipbuilding, the spirit of giving isn’t just about donations—it’s about improving lives in the communities we proudly serve. Shipbuilders like Crysta Scott, production planning and scheduler, embody this spirit through their dedication and generosity.
At Ingalls, we recognize the importance of mental health and are committed to supporting initiatives that promote care, understanding and prevention. Help drive awareness in the lives of children and adults by attending Emma Benoit's Journey of Hope and Healing, a presentation that encourages more open conversations about depression, anxiety and more.
Volunteering as a mentor is more than just giving back—it’s about building connections, embodying our values, and fostering the next generation of leaders. By dedicating just one hour a week, you can make a world of difference for a young person in need of guidance and support.
This holiday season, Ingalls shipbuilders united to make a meaningful impact in our community with the Four Ways to Spread Holiday Cheer initiative.
