A Community-Driven Project Rooted in Gary, Indiana.
At Powers & Sons Construction, we believe the most meaningful projects are the ones that strengthen communities—and the Tolleston Opportunity Campus is a powerful example of that mission in action.
Located in Gary, IN, directly across from our Gary office and in the neighborhood Powers & Sons has proudly called home since 1967, this project carries special significance for our team. It’s not just a jobsite—it’s a chance to invest in the very community that has supported our company for generations.
From Vision to Reality: A Campus Taking Shape
This joint venture with Berglund is quickly taking shape and already reflects the vision behind it: a space designed to foster wellness, recreation, connection, and opportunity for generations to come. Developed in partnership with Crossroads YMCA, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana, and Methodist Hospitals, the campus is emerging as a transformative community hub. As construction progresses, it’s exciting to see the campus transform from plans on paper into a place that will serve as a true community anchor.
The new facility will feature a multi-purpose gymnasium to support sports, recreation, and community events, along with classrooms and meeting spaces dedicated to educational workshops, job training, and youth programming. A dedicated wellness center will offer fitness equipment and group exercise classes, while a child development center will provide high-quality early childhood education and after-school care for local families. The campus will also include a teaching kitchen, creating opportunities for nutrition education and healthy cooking classes that support overall well-being.
Beyond the building itself, the exterior scope of work further extends the campus’s impact. Outdoor recreational spaces will include playgrounds and sports fields, along with thoughtfully designed community gathering areas that encourage connection, engagement, and shared experiences.
Designed for Lasting Community Impact
As construction advances, the vision behind the campus is becoming tangible. Each phase reflects the dedication of the many organizations, partners, and supporters who believe in the power of community-driven development. We are honored to play a role in bringing this impactful project to life and to work alongside teams who share a common goal: creating lasting, positive change.
At Powers & Sons Construction, projects like the Tolleston Opportunity Campus underscore why we do what we do—building spaces that go beyond bricks and mortar to support people, possibility, and progress.
Progress you can see. Impact that will last.
