Rutter’s Children’s Charities recently contributed $100,000 through Rutter’s annual Secret Santa initiative, which gives employees the opportunity to donate to charitable causes of their choice as part of the Secret Santa initiative. Rutter’s employees chose charities that focus on children’s education, food insecurity, healthcare and family support services.
“One of our favorite traditions is offering Rutter’s employees the chance to give back to their community through our Secret Santa initiative. The excitement of watching our employees give back to the community is truly heartwarming. We are thrilled to see how this will make a difference in the lives of those in need,” said Suzanne Cramer, president of Rutter’s Children’s Charities.
In its eighth year, the program has donated a total of $550,000 to employees’ causes of choice. “Being able to give back in such a meaningful way is one of the many reasons we’re so proud to be part of the Rutter’s team,” said one Rutter’s employee. “The impact of this program is felt not only by those who receive support but by all of us who participate in making a difference.”
Mirabito Convenience Stores held a “record-breaking” round up campaign in October, raising $90,000 for the American Cancer Society in support of breast cancer research and treatment programs. “The funds raised will directly benefit the American Cancer Society's efforts to advance life-saving research, provide vital resources for patients, and promote early detection and prevention,” the company said in a press release.
“We are thrilled by the incredible generosity of our customers and the unwavering support of our team members, which has helped us achieve a record-breaking Round Up campaign,” said Marissa Sweeney, director of marketing at Mirabito Energy Products. “Raising $90,000 highlights the amazing impact our community can have when we come together for a cause that touches so many lives. Thank you to everyone who made this milestone possible.”
On Giving Tuesday, the Love’s Women Employee Resource Group filled a Love’s truck with donations for Oklahoma City’s Dress for Success program, “an organization that empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing professional attire, mentoring and development tools. I know they were just as moved by the support as we are,” according to an employee LinkedIn post.
Dandy contributed $5,000 to Tanglewood Nature Center in New York “in support of its mission to provide environmental education and encourage a stronger connection to the natural world within the community.” The funds will help the organization with facility upgrades that will allow their 25,000 annual visitors to explore their 900-acre campus from multiple areas.
“One of our Core Values at Dandy is to always keep people moving in our communities. Tanglewood plays a crucial role in inspiring environmental stewardship and connecting people with nature. We are very pleased to contribute to an organization that provides such valuable experiences for families and individuals in our region,” said Dyson Williams, vice president of Dandy.
Little General Stores donated $5,000 to a local Toys for Tots program in West Virginia. The program helps ensure that families in need have Christmas gifts. “We know that the holiday season can be a trying time for families in southern West Virginia,” said Greg Darby, president and CEO of Little General Stores. “We are honored to be able to give back to our community and to support those in need.”