Fashion Funds the Cure was an evening to remember
WestCMR was proud to sponsor Fashion Funds a Cure, benefitting the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. Here are a few words from one of our team members who attended the event.
The time we give is never wasted.
As part of our commitment to philanthropy, WestCMR pays its employees for two days of Volunteer Time Off (VTO) every calendar year. Team members get to pick the charity they’d like to volunteer at, as well as the date. This week, we’ll be highlighting Derek’s time at the Salvation Army.
A Tuesday Morning Worth Remembering
As part of our commitment to philanthropy, WestCMR pays its employees for two days of Volunteer Time Off (VTO) every calendar year. Team members get to pick the charity they’d like to volunteer at, as well as the date. This week, we’ll be highlighting Barrett and Ellie’s time at the St Vincent de Paul Community Kitchen.
Blooms meant to fight the Gloom
As part of our commitment to philanthropy, WestCMR pays its employees for two days of Volunteer Time Off (VTO) every calendar year. Team members get to pick the charity they’d like to volunteer at, as well as the date. This week, we’ll be highlighting Stacey and Sidra’s VTO with Random Acts of Flowers.
Doing it for the puppies
There isn’t a better feeling than knowing you are helping people, unless you are helping puppies. The Humane Society of Pinellas is one of the largest non-profit organizations caring for …
Keeping our beaches beautiful, one clean up at a time
As part of our commitment to philanthropy, WestCMR pays its employees for two days of Volunteer Time Off (VTO) every calendar year. Team members get to pick the charity they’d like to volunteer at, as well as the date. This week, we’ll be highlighting Allison, Michael, Ryan, Sheila and Shelby’s VTO with Keep Pinellas Beautiful.
We walked so others can run
WestCMR has been a longtime supporter of the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. For years prior to the pandemic, we hosted on-site “Cut/Color funds the Cure” events, where members of our …
Clothing Kids to Close the Gap
As part of our commitment to philanthropy, WestCMR pays its employees for two days of Volunteer Time Off (VTO) every calendar year. Team members get to pick the charity they’d like to volunteer at, as well as the date. This week, we’ll be highlighting Camille’s VTO with Clothes to Kids.
An evening under the Havana lights…
WestCMR was privileged to participate in this event, which raised over $400,000 to support the building of 4 affordable homes in our region.
Starting off with a bang: recap of our Q1 events & experiences
As we close out the first quarter of this new year, let’s recap some of the fun events our employees experienced in the past three months: JAN13: Food Truck Day …
Bags, Bingo and Big Smiles!
Last week, Clearwater Marine Aquarium hosted its Designer Bag Bingo fundraiser. We have sponsored and participated in the event for a few years now, and this was the second year …
Volunteering to Build a Stronger Community: a Tale of 3 VTO Days
It is no surprise that multiple members of our team decided to spend their first Volunteer Time Off (VTO) day of the calendar year with Feeding Tampa Bay. The pandemic …
WestCMR runs at Sunset
If there is one thing that we all love about Florida, it’s the gorgeous sunsets we get to experience every night. Pair that with the mild Spring temps, and you …
2021 word of the year
Instead of coming up with new year’s resolutions, our team has decided to settle on a “word of the year”. What does that entail? Read this blog to find out…
Operation Christmas Child
December is a busy month at WestCMR. On top of the hard work our team always delivers, they participate in a number of incredible philanthropic endeavors to round out the year as well.
WestCMR donates over 200 pieces of clothing to outfit those who need it most
It all stemmed from a simple conversation among team members. Danielle Drayer, Business Operations Administrator, was looking for a local charity to donate remaining non-perishable items at the end of …
Collecting Toys for Tots
December, as expected, is one of the busiest months for WestCMR’s philanthropic initiatives. Our team is currently collecting toys for the Marine Toys for Tots program. WestCMR has participated in …
Small Business Saturday: Supporting our neighboring Small Businesses
There are few things that our staff enjoys more than lunch. It represents a break from their desk on a busy day, as well as an opportunity to support our …
WestCMR partners with the Town of Belleair for annual “Adopt-a-Family” Thanksgiving Program
For years, the Town of Belleair Parks & Recreation department has been helping families in need around the Thanksgiving holiday. WestCMR’s involvement in the program started through our CEO Randy …
Tis the season to be thankful
WestCMR celebrates Thanksgiving by giving all of our employees the day before, and the day after the holiday off. This blog post will thus be the last one before Thanksgiving, which is why we decided to focus today’s post on what we’re thankful for.
In times of darkness, we continue to seek the light
In a challenging 2020, the leadership at WestCMR has decided to focus on the positive. Get inspired by our Global Director of Sales & Acquisitions’ message!
September Show of Solidarity
We are committed to supporting the community we serve, because community service is at the core of our vision and values. It is because of our values as a company who cares, that we truly believe we have the power to transform lives in a very real way. Our employees exemplify this belief and are invited to partake in all the efforts we support.
Philanthropy in the Pandemic
When the pandemic hit, many of WestCMR’s scheduled fundraising activities had to be canceled. Read the story of two employees who stepped up to the plate to help those in need during such challenging times.
WestCMR Team Participate in Leaders Against Litter Kickoff Event
For my first ever VTO day, I was excited to participate in a beach clean-up with Keeping Pinellas Beautiful. I had been looking forward to volunteering since joining WestCMR, and …
WestCMR Employees Attend 2019 Dreammaker Luncheon
This year’s Dreammaker of the Year Luncheon was filled with warm hearts and positive intentions. The honored Dreammaker of the year was Richard Gonzmart, a gentleman with a heart of …