Telecom founder Rob Hale and wife Karen pledge $50 million for breast cancer research inspired by her mother’s nearly 30-year fight; days later, over 1,000 employees help raise another $583,000

Rob Hale and his wife Karen Hale have made a groundbreaking commitment of $50 million to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, marking the largest individual contribution in the field. In a remarkable show of support, Granite employees added to the cause by raising $583,000, which will further research efforts in crucial areas like artificial intelligence and immunotherapy. Hale’s leadership has previously seen Granite contribute over $400 million to philanthropic endeavors.