Recently, Plasman Lawrenceburg Manufacturing partnered with ResourceMFG/Employbridge (Staffing Agency) to create a community-wide Back-To-School Fundraiser where 140 kids received school supplies!
Sammie Jo Ellis, HR Manager, Lawrenceburg Manufacturing, initially reached out to Employbridge asking if they knew of anyone they could partner with for a school drive.
“When Sammie Jo reached out to us, we thought it would be a great opportunity to help a lot more people,” said Jason Kimbrell, Marketing Manager, ResourceMFG/Employbridge. “We made a few phone calls to plan dates/times, and it just blossomed into something huge!”
On a smaller scale each year, Employbridge colleagues collect supplies and purchase 3-5 backpacks to give away to their associates via a draw.
“The Plasman LAW family loves to help anyone in need, so I continue to always brainstorm what we can do next,” said Sammie Jo. “As school approached, I realize how many families struggle to purchase school supplies. I reached out to many organizations, and ResourceMFG/Employbridge jumped right on it. The Plasman employees got so excited and donated in bundles. It is such an amazing feeling to have the best team members! Joining ResourceMFG/Employbridge to see the families getting what they needed for school, taking pictures, and getting free ice cream was truly a treat. A child smiling for education is the best feeling.”
The event was so successful with both the community and business partners coming together that the organizers feel it will be an annual event.
“It felt amazing to see the faces of the children when they received their new backpacks full of supplies!” said Ashley Belew, Field Recruiter, ResourceMFG/Employbridge. “We truly appreciate Plasman teaming up with Employbridge to make this school supply giveaway a success!”
For Bridgette Marston, Environmental Health & Safety Specialist, Lawrenceburg Manufacturing, the opportunity to give back to her community is something she is very passionate about. “Charity was instilled in me at a young age, so partnering with Employbridge for the Back-to-School donations brought back warm memories. I’m so thankful that Plasman Lawrenceburg has a giving heart – the employees really showed their support with how much they donated! It put a smile on my face the whole day and I am excited for next year’s event. Let’s double the number of kids WE help!”
Great job team Lawrenceburg! Your dedication and passion once again prove that Plasman is more than a global leader in automotive manufacturing – we are a team committed to affecting change, helping children in need, and giving back to our communities.
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