December 24, 2013
‘Tis the Season of Giving at Windermere
Posted in Events by Marilou Ubungen
Some of the best gifts received are the ones least expected. Across the country we’re seeing stories about generous individuals giving anonymously to help brighten the holidays for those in need – like paying off the balances of layaway bills or paying for a family’s extended stay at a motel so that they won’t end up in the streets. These acts of kindness and giving are truly inspiring.
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November 27, 2013
Warm Toes and Warm Hearts
Posted in Collections and drives and Events by Marilou Ubungen
On November 16, attendees from selected Spokane area schools, Anna Ogden Hall, a women’s shelter, and Family Promise, a homeless transition program, were able to select boots at the Windermere Annual Boots & Gloves event.
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October 23, 2013
Windermere Foundation Quarterly Report
Posted in News from the Foundation by Christine Wood
So far this year, we’ve raised $1,074,482 - this is up 21% from this time last year – and the year isn’t even over yet! Thanks to our amazing agents, brokers, staff, and owners, along with public supporters, we’ve been able to help hundreds of families meet their most basic needs.
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October 02, 2013
October office events for charity and Foundation fundraising
Posted in Events by Marilou Ubungen
Summer is officially over, but the season of giving is a year-round commitment for Windermere offices throughout our network. Here are some of the Windermere Foundation events going on during the month of October:
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September 17, 2013
Another Year of Making Wishes Come True
Posted in Events by Marilou Ubungen
On Friday, October 4, Windermere’s Redding office will host its second annual fashion show and fundraiser at WinRiver Casino. The net proceeds raised will go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Northeastern California and Northern Nevada, and the Alyssa Araiza Wings of Angels Organization in Redding, CA.
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August 28, 2013
Providing basic necessities for back-to-school
Posted in Collections and drives by Marilou Ubungen
It’s that time of year, when summer vacations are wrapping up and families are preparing for their children to go back to school—which means purchasing new clothes and new school supplies. However, for many families, budgets are tight and it’s difficult to provide their kids with even the most basic of necessities.
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July 31, 2013
Windermere Foundation Quarterly Report
Posted in News from the Foundation by Christine Wood
Because of you and the generous support the Windermere Foundation has received so far this year, we disbursed over $578,000 to qualifying social service organizations dedicated to serving low-income and homeless families throughout the Western U.S.
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July 24, 2013
Windermere Foundation Infographic
Posted in News from the Foundation by Marilou Ubungen
If you've bought or sold a home through Windermere Real Estate, you're a part of the Windermere Foundation, and you've made a positive difference in the lives of your neighbors in need.
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June 05, 2013
Grants for Camps – YMCA Summer Camp Scholarships for Homeless Youth and Families in Need
Posted in Grant recipients by Marilou Ubungen
Since 1993, the Windermere Real Estate North, Inc. office in Lynnwood, Washington has been building on its commitment to providing the opportunity for homeless kids to attend summer camp.
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May 15, 2013
Windermere Foundation First Quarter 2013 Summary
Posted in News from the Foundation by Christine Wood
The Windermere Foundation disbursed $357,000 to various programs throughout the first quarter of 2013, including 174 grants, with an average grant size of $2,063.
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