Here’s a letter that was sent out to everyone at Windermere that I thought you’d enjoy reading. It’s the reason that I work for this great company. Every time a Windermere agent has a transaction, right off the top a percentage goes to the Foundation that helps so many. Enjoy this letter from Christine Wood, Executive Director of the Windermere Foundation.
“Happy 2011! While 2010 may be behind us, we have amazing stories to share with you about how your support of the Windermere Foundation translated into meaningful and necessary help for so many struggling families. Collectively, we raised $1,279,350 in 2010 – this is up 7% compared to 2009. And since 1989 over 22 million dollars has been raised, allowing us to help thousands of low-income and homeless families with the most basic needs.
While the past year presented challenges for many, it proved to be especially trying for anyone near the border of poverty. Thankfully, our generous agents, owners, managers and staff have continued their support of the Foundation, allowing much-needed funds to be distributed to many social service agencies committed to assisting low-income and homeless families throughout the West. As you know, the Foundation has been funded by a percentage of every transaction across the network since the beginning. For the past eleven years the above-and-beyond donations by offices, brokers, staff and public have exceeded the transaction revenue. Last year 63% of the Foundation revenue came from above-and-beyond contributions. The money we raise goes right back into our communities through great organizations and programs. Without you this couldn’t happen, so thank you! I’d like to share a couple of stories that illustrate what we are able to do when we tap into our collective network.
Windermere Kids at the Y
In 2006, the Windermere Foundation and the YMCA partnered to create Windermere Kids at the Y, a tuition-assistance and volunteer program that provides low-income children with quality after-school enrichment programs and the all-important summer camp experience. The Windermere Foundation has dedicated over a half million dollars to this important cause – helping hundreds of kids through our first network-wide program. This is a unique partnership in that not only does the YMCA benefit by receiving much needed funds, but several offices and brokers also volunteer their time by hosting parties for the kids, helping with tutoring, or just hanging out with the kids.
Adopt-a-Family Program
Nearly 50 Windermere offices participated in adopting families during the holiday season. Agents shopped, wrapped, and delivered gifts and food to hundreds of families in need of a little holiday cheer. The generosity of offices, brokers and participating community members was really remarkable.
Thank you for your continuing support of the Windermere Foundation!”
It’s really no wonder that Windermere is the leading real estate company!
