COMMUNITY OUTREACH

GMR Associates’ corporate philosophy and basis for the conduct of its employees and representatives is defined, in part, by its Mission Statement and a set of Core Values. Among those values is the pledge to “Freely share our gifts and blessings.”

GMR recognizes the gift of time as a valuable asset, no less so than financial resources. As such, it is among GMR’s goals to promote and support the giving of one’s time (and talent) to charitable endeavors that serve to benefit others, generally those less fortunate or the victims of hardship.

Such outreach efforts are usually accomplished on a local level within Rochester and the surrounding community, but could extend to providing aid to those in need around the country when tragedy strikes. Causes supported by volunteer activities include child and youth-related programs, helping to feed the poor, caring for the elderly, supporting cancer or other disease research and awareness, assisting with animal welfare, helping with the cleaning or maintenance of facilities providing programs supported, and others.

SPECIAL MENTION

Isaiah House A truly inspirational home in the city of Rochester. We invite you to read their mission and view their website.

"Isaiah House, a home for the dying, provides a residence for persons with irreversible illness who have been determined to be within the last three months of their lives. At Isaiah we affirm life without hastening or postponing death. Our commitment flows from a belief in the dignity and value of every person. Having experienced the tender compassion of God, we welcome everyone with this unconditional love."

http://theisaiahhouse.org/

ONGOING PROJECTS

Cell phone collection for Hope Hall GMR is involved in a campaign to collect old cell phones and accessories on behalf of the junior class of Hope Hall, who is collecting them for a fund-raising project.

PAST CHARITABLE EVENTS

"Salvation Army’s “Red Kettle Campaign” (12/17/11) GMR’s bell ringers helped raise funds for the Salvation Army’s programs that assist the needy with food, clothing, and other basic necessities as well as seasonal aid. The Salvation Army endeavors to bring spiritual light and love to those it serves at Christmas so that the real meaning of the season is not forgotten.

"Community Christmas project with Volunteers of America (December 2011) GMR provided Christmas trees, decorations, food, and gift cards for fourteen Rochester families in need, most of whom were recently placed in affordable housing by the VOA. GMR employees gave time and donations to help make the project happen. GMR also contributed gifts and food to the VOA’s homeless shelter in an effort to brighten the holidays for the families living there.

"Small Business Council Thanksgiving Appeal (November 2011) The GMR staff collected food for the SBC’s annual program to create food baskets that are distributed among various charitable organizations in the Rochester area. GMR contributed twenty baskets and monetary aid toward the campaign which reached its goal of 1000 baskets (1004 received).

"Adopt-A-Classroom" at Hope Hall (10/22/11) GMR staff spent the morning helping Hope Hall, a school for children with certain types of learning difficulties, by participating in their “Adopt-A-Classroom” program. Work included cleaning three classrooms as well as painting cafeteria cabinets and safety strips on stairs. The staff also donated classroom supplies to Hope.

"Barktober Fest" (9/24/11) Now entering its 14th year, Barktober Fest 2011 is Greater Rochester's most popular event for pet lovers! Over 2,000 people and their pets will come together at Egypt Park near Lollypop Farm on September 24th for the 5-mile race, 1.5 mile nature walk and pet festival in an effort to raise $136,500 to support homeless and abused animals in our community.

"Pink Out Golf Tournament" (7/17/11) This event, at Ravenwood Golf Club and sponsored by the Pink Out Foundation, will raise funds for breast cancer research and awareness.

Salvation Army’s “Green Kettle Campaign” (6/18/11) This event raised funds for the Salvation Army’s youth programs including an after-school program, youth shelter, summer day camp, and overnight camp on Seneca Lake.

"Relay For Life of Greece" (6/11/11) This annual community event and fundraiser is held to raise cancer awareness, honor cancer Survivors, remember those lost to cancer, and to fight back against cancer. Participants raise money and spend the night walking the Greece Apollo Middle School Track to show their support for friends and loved ones who have been affected by cancer. For more information, visit www.RelayForLife.org/GreeceNY or email GreeceRelay@gmail.com to find out how you can become involved in the fight against cancer!

“The Fast and the Furriest” walk/race (6/11/11) This event raised funds for animal-welfare programs run by the Animal Services Center including adoption and spay/neuter programs.

PICTURE GALLERY

"Isaiah House"	"Barktober Fest"	"Relay For Life Of Greece"	Salvation Army's "Green Kettle Campaign"	"The Fast and the Furriest" walk/race