Annual troop support month

HRworks sent holiday care packages to support our troops for this year's Troop Support Month. Over 300 items were sent this year including holiday decorations, games, books, dvds, magazines and toiletries. Holiday cards and notes of thanks and encouragement were also included.

Join us in supporting our troops either by sending cards at www.letssaythanks.com or adopting a troop at www.anysoldier.com. Any Soldier Inc. gives you the option of also selecting a Service-Specific site:

Jingle Jog & Salvation Army Toy Drive

HRworks co-workers and family participated in Jingle Jog's 23rd annual holiday. Attendees participated in various events and toys were collected for the Salvation Army drive for needy children at Christmas.

CF Cycle for Life

"Some year we may be able to cover the entire bike with “Virtual Riders.”

We were proud to ride the inaugural Cycle for Life event. We raised over $6,000 toward a cure for Cystic Fibrosis. Thank everyone who donated or joined the team as a rider. You were all "Virtual Riders" as all of your names were on the bike as we rode through 65 miles of Georgia rolling hills. Along with your name was an "unstoppable" tape that reminds us to always keep going. Some day there will be a cure.

In addition to the CF Cycle for Life event we supported a CF family for the Holidays and participated in the CF Great Strides walk. Thank you to everyone for helping to make CF stand for Cure Found.

Please visit www.CFF.org or the Georgia Chapter at http://www.cff.org/Chapters/georgia for more information on Cystic Fibrosis.

Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run/Walk

HRworks participates in The Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run/Walk designed to promote health, wellness and fitness among metro Atlanta companies and their employees. A portion of proceeds benefits the Atlanta Braves Foundation and the Atlanta Community Food Bank.

Produced by U.S. Olympian and running expert Jeff Galloway through Phidippides Runners RRCA, the Kaiser Permanante Corporate Run/Walk & Fitness Program is a unique workplace organized fitness program that kicks off with the Get Active Atlanta Training Program, which includes a free 8-week training membership, and culminates in a downtown Corporate 5K Run/Walk and Company Picnic.

To learn more about the Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run/Walk click here

The Nations Triathlon

HRworks President and Founder, Kurt Ronn participates in The Nation's Triathlon 2010 in Washington, DC. The Nation's Triathlon, the only triathlon in the country dedicated to building awareness and raising money for the treatment of leukemia and blood-related cancers.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is the world's largest nonprofit dedicated to funding blood cancer research and providing education and services for patients. For 60 years, LLS has contributed to major advances in the treatment of blood cancers, helping patients live better, longer lives.

For more information, visit www.LLS.org.

Wounded Warrior run

HRworks participated in the Run for Wounded Warriors. The Run for Wounded Warriors, Inc. is a non-profit organization established to host a 10K and 5K race to raise funds for the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP). The WWP is a non-profit organization that helps severely injured service members by:

• Ensuring they have quality healthcare for the full range of their injuries for the duration of their lives,


• Ensuring that these wounded warriors have full access to all benefits and compensation programs to which they are entitled,


• Easing the financial and emotional stress of the families of these severely wounded warriors,


• Identifying and creating new programs to meet the needs of these service members.
  

You may support the Wounded Warrior Project by purchasing the WWP Transitional Care Pack, which is given to the wounded service member on the battlefield, or the WWP Backpack, presented to them in the military trauma centers. Both contain essential care and comfort items designed to make their hospital stay more comfortable.

For more information about the Wounder Warrior Project visit www.woundedwarriorproject.org

For more informatio about the Run for Wounded Warrior visit http://www.runforwoundedwarriors.org/Home.php

Day of BEauty

It doesn't matter what age or what walk of life, everybody loves to be pampered. Gloria Owczarski, organizer and leader of the annual "Day of Beauty", knows this. The "Day of Beauty" is an event for young adults from Atlanta area, high school, special education classes and their teachers, many of whom have never been in a salon.

Students with disabilities receive full-salon services from hair cuts, hair coloring, manicures, massages and more. All services are offered free of charge thanks to volunteers like HRworks that volunteer alongside, Atlanta salons, other companies, eateries, grocery stores and individuals to make dreams come true!

Gloria dedicates herself to giving one glorious day of makeovers every year to special needs youth and their teachers. She works all year long recruiting stylists and other businesses and organizations to donate their services or time. For Gloria, "A Day of Beauty" is about building confidence and helping the participants feel proud of themselves.

Learn more about the annual Day of Beauty and how you can become involved at www.mydayofbeauty.net

TOUR DE CURE

HRworks participated in Tour de Cure a series of fundraising cycling events held in 43 states nationwide to benefit the American Diabetes Association. Last year, more than 50,000 cyclists in 80 Tour events raised nearly $17 million to support the mission of the ADA: to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

The American Diabetes Association is the nation's leading 501(C)3 nonprofit charity fighting against diabetes and its deadly consequences, and working to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. The money raised by the Association funds research, information programs, and advocacy efforts that support the nearly 24 million children and adults in the U.S. with diabetes, and the 57 million with pre-diabetes.

To learn more about Tour de Cure or to sign up for an event in your area click here

To learn more about the American Diabetes Association click here

Cystic fibrosis Foundation – team "Drew's crew"

HRworks proudly walked with "Drew's Crew". This was our third Great Strides walk with Drew and we plan to keep walking. GREAT STRIDES is the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's largest and most successful national fund-raising event. This year, we walked in the GREAT STRIDES walk 2010 Atlanta - Georgia Tech walk on 05/15/2010. Drew's Crew successfully raised over $21,000 this year where nearly 90 cents of every dollar of revenue raised will be available for investment in vital CF programs to support research, care and education.

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a devastating genetic disease that affects tens of thousands of children and young adults in the United States. It is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States (70,000 worldwide). A defective gene and its protein product cause the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus that clogs the lungs and leads to life-threatening lung infections; and obstructs the pancreas and stops natural enzymes from helping the body break down and absorb food. Research and care supported by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is making a huge difference in extending the quality of life for those with CF. However, we continue to lose precious lives to CF every day.

In the 1950s, few children with cystic fibrosis lived to attend elementary school. Today, advances in research and medical treatments have further enhanced and extended life for children and adults with CF. Many people with the disease can now expect to live into their 30s, 40s and beyond. Since 1955, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has been the driving force behind the pursuit of a cure. Thanks to the dedication and financial backing of our supporters--patients, families and friends, clinicians, researchers, volunteers, individual donors, corporations and staff, we are making a difference.

To learn more about CF and the CF Foundation, visit www.cff.org.
To donate to Drew's Crew click here
To donate to another specific individual or the CF Foundation chapter nearest you click here.

Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those with CF! Thank you for supporting the mission of the CF Foundation and GREAT STRIDES!

And in the words of Drew“Let's make CF stand for 'Cure Found'!“

St. Baldrick’s Foundation – the Body Solutions team

"How much would you donate for childhood cancer research to see me shave my head in solidarity with kids fighting cancer?" That's the question St. Baldrick's shavees ask and friends and family respond generously - worldwide.

The HRworks CHARITYworks Foundation made a generous contribution to the St. Baldrick's Foundation - "The Body Solutions Team." The members of the Body Solutions team shaved their heads on TV and at the Atlanta shaving event at Ri Ra on March 17, 2010.

St. Baldricks is the world's largest volunteer-driven fundraising program for childhood cancer research! On March 17, 2000, three reinsurance executives turned their industry's St. Patrick's Day party into a benefit for kids with cancer. They planned to raise "$17,000 on the 17th," instead, the first St. Baldrick's event raised over $104,000!

The Foundation now funds more in childhood cancer research grants than any organization except the U.S. government. More than 130,000 volunteers-- including over 10,000 women-- have shaved their heads in solidarity of children with cancer, while requesting donations of support from friends and family - each one becoming a walking billboard for the cause!

At a St. Baldrick's event, something amazing happens. Pictured above is a RiRa photo (before/after) of one team member, Mike Soto, and the owner/general manager of Body Solutions, Dan McGrath's, hair was shaved on CBS.

Learn more about St. Baldrick by visiting their website at http://www.stbaldricks.org/

Join HRworks in supporting this amazing cause by making a donation!
Online Donations | Donate by Phone: (888) 899-BALD (2253)|Donation form

2009 Charity Challenge Winner

Thank you to everyone that entered the HRworks Charity Challenge. We experienced a 200% increase in entries this year along with an unprecedented diversity of worthy causes and personal stories. The HRworks Charity Challenge gives individuals the opportunity to win a $1000 donation to a charity for which they are passionate.

Congratulations to Atlanta Habitat for Humanity. HRworks is proud to donate $1000 to further the Atlanta Habitat for Humanity’s commitment to provide affordable housing. A contribution of $1,000 will provide shingles for an entire roof. The winning entry, Atlanta Habitat for Humanity partners with working families, sponsors and communities to build affordable, green, quality homes and to provide support services that promote successful home purchase and ownership. For more information on the Atlanta Habitat for Humanity, please visit their website www.AtlantaHabitat.org.

HRworks is committed to excellence in recruitment and giving back to the community. In addition to supporting our clients’ talent acquisition needs, the HRworks team donates their time and talent for many community activities, and offers financial contributions for others. Through the HRworks CHARITYworks foundation, HRworks cultivates a diverse range of community events that make a difference in the lives of those around us and adds to our own personal enrichment.

Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer

HRworks supports the Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer. To date the Atlanta Walk for Breast Cancer has raised over $6.6 million to help local breast cancer organizations and have awarded over 107 grants because of supporters like HRworks .

The Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer is It's The Journey's premier fundraising event, raising millions for the Atlanta and surrounding Georgia communities. The walk is held each year in the fall and brings our community together from major companies, community leaders, media, incredible walkers that train and fundraise all year and hundreds of volunteers that come out to help us create an unforgettable experience for all. For more information or to make a donation to the Walk general fund, visit www.itsthejourney.org.

Get Involved With The 2 Day Walk to be held October 2-3, 2010
Walker Registration - Register now as a 2010 Walker
Crew Member - Register now as a 2010 Crew Member

Troop Support Month

As an ongoing effort to support individuals serving our country HRworks has set aside the month of December as "Troop Support Month." During this month HRworks employees will send hundreds of cards to US troops via www.letssaythanks.com and is adopting Marine Corps families.

Join us in supporting our troops either by sending cards at www.letssaythanks.com or adopting a troop at www.anysoldier.com. Any Soldier Inc. gives you the option of also selecting a Service-Specific site:

xtreme bedroom makeover

HRworks partnered with the Atlanta Industry Liaison Group (AILG) to perform an Xtreme Bedroom Makeover for “Kylie” a 5th grade student of the Ron Clark Academy (RCA). Kylie, age 10, was an inspiration to all of us. She loves acting and Broadway, so we put together a “Kylie on Broadway” theme to not only give her a bedroom that will give her a great study area but inspire her to reach for all her dreams.

The Xtreme Bedroom Makeover contest started at 5PM on December 5th and concluded at 10AM on Sunday December 7th. We competed against eleven other rooms for RCA students. Among the sponsors/competitors were Verizon, The Home Depot, Atlanta Falcons, Tennessee Titans, American Building Contractors, Promethean, and many others. We put forth a momentous effort and with an amazing 14 foot long skyline of New York as Kylie’s backdrop for her “Kylie on Broadway” room. We came in second place in the contest next to Promethean and their Harry Potter inspired room.

The Ron Clark Academy combines state-of-the-art facilities, innovative instruction, and creative, dynamic teachers, to offer a world-class education to not only inner-city kids, but also to visiting teachers from around the world. The learning experience extends beyond the brightly-colored walls of the academy; before the students leave the school in eighth grade, they will pursue a global education that takes them to six of the seven continents.

Childrens Healthcare

HRworks collected nearly 800 items including coloring and activity books, crayons, reading books, playing cards, puzzles, toys, games, and teddy bears during the week-long collection drive for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA).

The items were delivered to the hospital and were very will received! Employees were very thankful for the donation. Items collected will provide entertainment and diversion during hospital stays and visits for children of all ages at CHOA. Items will be distributed between two CHOA locations. The location in Dunwoody has a play center called "The Zone," some of the items will go here and other items will be placed on activity carts that circulate the hospital for patients who are bedridden.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) is committed to providing high-quality medical care to the more than 200,000 children who depend on the not-for-profit children's hospital each year. Without volunteer help, CHOA may not have the resources and space needed. To find out how you can help Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, visit www.choa.org.

Dress for success

HRworks sponsored a business dress clothing drive in support of Dress for Success. HRworks' employees collected over 51 items of new and gently used business attire including suits, blouses, dress shirts, dress pants, purses, shoes and belts during the two week long drive. Collection efforts will assist the Dress for Success program in reaching their goal to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged men and women by providing professional attire in the community. To learn more about Dress for Success please visit www.dressforsuccess.org.

Toys for Tots & Anysoldier.com

In December, HRworks sponsored a toy drive in support of the Marine Corps Reserve's Toys for Tots Campaign. HRworks' employees collected boxes of new, unwrapped toys during the week long drive for needy children in the community. Our collection efforts will assist the Marine Corp Reserve program to reach their goal to deliver, through a shiny new toy at Christmas, a message of hope to needy youngsters that will motivate them to grow into responsible, productive, patriotic citizens and community leaders.

HRworksalso partnered with Any Soldier Inc., and sent e-cards expressing words of gratitude and well wishes to injured military personnel. Xerox sponsors Anysolider.com and will be printing and delivering all cards on our behalf. You can send free e-cards anytime by visiting www.letssaythanks.com or support a service member by selecting one on www.anysoldier.com.

hosea williams feed the hungry & Homeless

In November, HRworks team members partnered with Hosea Williams Feed the Hungry and Homeless organization by holding a non-perishable food donation drive. Hosea Williams Feed the Hungry and Homeless provides meals for over 3,000 families per year. HRworks was able to collect over 20 cases of canned food and non-perishable items for donation.

Hosea Feed The Hungry and Homeless Food (HFTH), was founded in 1971 to help destitute people in the United States. HFTH follows the principle that education and self-help must fortify charity work so recipients learn to break the cycle of poverty. HFTH collects funds and Gifts-in kind year-round there mission is to rescue, restore and re-stabilize at-risk and homeless individuals and families so they can thrive and become self-sufficient.

To learn more about the CHARITYworks organizations supported during November, please visit www.hosefeedthehungry.com.

Susan g. komen - breast cancer awareness

HRworks celebrated Breast Cancer Awareness month by going Passionately Pink for a Cure. HRworksheld various activities throughout the month to raise funds to support the Susan G. Komen for the Cure and asked employees to be proactive with their healthcare by participating in the Saint Joseph's ' Good Moves ' Mobile Mammogram service.

HRworksheld a Passionately Pink Bake Sale with all proceeds benefiting Susan G Komen for the Cure and hosted a Passionately Pink dress day to show employee support of finding a cure for breast cancer. At the end of the month, HRworkspartnered with Saint Joseph's Ed and Dora Voyles Breast Health Center in hosting the ' Good Moves ' Mobile Digital Mammography service on site at HRworks. HRworks employees and several local business walk-ins were proactive with their health care and participated in this life saving event.

To learn more about the CHARITYworksorganizations supported during Breast Cancer awareness month, please visit Susan G Komen for the Cure at www.passionatelypink.org or visit Saint Joseph's Atlanta at www.stjosephsatlanta.org.

corporate volunteer council of atlanta

In September, HRworksemployees participated in an educational lunch and learn session led by Linda Woodworth, CAE, Executive Director, Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta. HRworks employees learned about the Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta's mission, vision and volunteer opportunities. The Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta connects and inspires businesses and volunteer leaders to make a positive impact on the Atlanta community.

In addition to the educational session, HRworks was a proud sponsor of the CVC of Atlanta 2008 IMPACT Awards Luncheon on September 18th at the Georgia Aquarium. A team of CHARITYworks event leaders and volunteers attended the event in support of to this year's award winning companies, who demonstrated the highest excellence in their community service programs. CHARITYworks was the recipient of MACVC IMPACT Awards in 2006 and 2007.

HRworks congratulates this year's winners on their award winning programs. To find out how you can become involved with the Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta, visit www.cvcofatlanta.org.

Boy's & Girl's club - back to school drive

In August, CHARITYworks held a week-long ' Back to School Supply Drive ' in support of the James T. Anderson Boys & Girls Club. Employees donated numerous pencils, loose leaf paper, composition notebooks, book bags/backpacks, crayons, pencil boxes, colored pencils, three hole punch binders, etc to the local club to provide students in need with material in preparation for the upcoming school year.

Support your local Boys & Girls Club by visiting www.bgca.org

Also in August, CHARITYworksorganized a blood drive in support of LifeSouth Community Blood Centers. HRworkssupports LifeSouth annually through blood donations, this year, HRworks included other local businesses to support this year's blood collection event and ensure it's success.

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is a community blood supplier for local hospitals in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. LifeSouth encourages everyone to consider becoming a part of their community's blood supply by donating blood with LifeSouth. Visit their website at www.lifesouth.org to learn how you can become a donor.

children's healthcare of atlanta

In July, CHARITYworkssponsored its annual craft project and collection drive on behalf of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Donation boxes were filled with coloring supplies, books and crosswords puzzles, and other items that helped fulfill the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's supply wish list of items to keep children happy and busy during their medical treatment. HRworks employees also created IV Drip and Door Hanger Craft Kits for the children to assemble in their own wonderful creations. These colorful hangers can be displayed on their doors or IV poles while they are in the hospital.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) is committed to providing high-quality medical care to the more than 200,000 children who depend on the not-for-profit children's hospital each year. Without volunteer help, CHOA may not have the resources and space needed. To find out how you can help Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, visit www.choa.org.

ronald McDonald house

In June, HRworks employees participated once again in the national tab race for the Ronald McDonald House. With a theme of ' To the Moon and Back ' , three competing teams worked throughout the year to develop innovative ideas and secret sources of pop-tabs. By the end of the race HRworks had collected 68.5 pounds of aluminum tabs. Over the last three years, HRworks has collected and donated nearly 150 pounds of pop-tabs to the Ronald McDonald House - representing a total of more than 190,000 tabs.

In addition to the pop-tab donation, a team of HRworks volunteers prepared and served dinner to the families at the new Ronald McDonald House.

To find out how you can become involved with Ronald McDonald House Charities, visit http://www.rmhc.org/.

great strides walk - cystic fibrosis

In May, HRworks employees took steps to cure Cystic Fibrosis by participating in The GREAT STRIDES Walk on Saturday, May 17, on the campus of the Georgia Institute of Technology. To help the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation reach their 2008 national goal of $40 million, HRworks also sponsored the "Brown Bag Lunch" and "Jeans for Genes" fundraising events.

In cities all across the United States, tens of thousands of people are showing their commitment to "adding tomorrows every day" to the lives of those with cystic fibrosis. To find out more about Cystic Fibrosis and how you can participate in the GREAT STRIDES walk, visit http://www.cff.org/.

paws Atlanta

In April, HRworks employees and friends spent a Saturday morning at PAWS Atlanta, a no-kill adoption center that fosters dogs and cats. Despite the rainy weather, volunteers spent the morning giving the animals some much-needed tender loving care.

To get involved with PAWS Atlanta or learn more about adopting a pet, visit www.pawsatlanta.org/.

dress for success

In March, HRworks employees organized a business clothing drive in conjunction with Dress for Success. The volunteers collected more than 30 suits, dresses, dress shirts and accessories for those in need of professional attire.

Dress for Success has served almost 400,000 women across the world. For more information on how you can get involved, visit www.dressforsuccess.org.

project open hand

In February, HRworks teamed up with Project Open Hand to deliver meals to homebound seniors and individuals with chronic, critical or terminal illnesses. More than 20 HRworks volunteers and their families delivered over 400 meals to homebound individuals.

Project Open Hand has been hand-delivering meals to homebound Atlanta residents for more than 20 years. More information on Project Open Hand can be found at www.projectopenhand.org.

special Olympics

In January, HRworks was a venue sponsor for Special Olympics Georgia's Indoor Winter Games, providing volunteers for the team basketball skills competition for the third consecutive year. HRworks employees, friends and family members came out to help facilitate the games while cheering on the athletes. Although the event was cut short due to wintry weather, HRworks volunteers had a wonderful experience.

Special Olympics Georgia provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. More information about the organization can be found at www.specialolympicsga.org.

toys for tots

In December, HRworkssponsored a toy drive in support of the Marine Corps Reserves Toys for Tots Campaign. HRworks' employees collected over 300 new, unwrapped toys during the two-week long drive for needy children in the community.

HRworks also partnered with Any Soldier Inc., during the holiday season and wrote words of gratitude and well wishes to U.S. troops. Nearly 200 e-cards, cards and letters were sent to troops. You can send free e-cards anytime by visiting www.letssaythanks.com or support a service member by selecting one on www.anysoldier.com.

habitat for humanity

In October and November HRworks employees collaborated with Atlanta Habitat for Humanity to build a house for a local family. Local firms AIG, AILG and Ford & Harrison LLP joined HRworks over the course of seven Saturdays to complete construction.

Atlanta Habitat for Humanity has built more than 870 homes to date, empowering and improving the quality of life for approximately 3,000 individual family members. To find out how you can help Atlanta Habitat for Humanity, visit www.atlantahabitat.org.

hosea williams feed the hungry and homeless

In November HRworks' employees partnered with Hosea Feed the Hungry and Homeless to brighten the Thanksgiving holiday by providing meals for homeless Atlanta residents.

Hosea Feed the Hungry and Homeless is geared toward improving the quality of life for the homeless and working poor on a consistent and tangible basis. The organization works throughout the year offering a variety of programs and assistance. To find out how you can help or make a donation to their cause, visit www.hoseafeedthehungry.com.

junior achievement

In September CHARITYworks partnered with Junior Achievement of Georgia to host a ' Job Shadow ' experience for local high school students. HRworks managers gave presentations about the company and spent time mentoring the students one-on-one.

In partnership with businesses and educators, Junior Achievement uses hands-on experiences to help young people understand the economics of life. For more information on how you can get involved, visit http://www.ja.org/near/near.shtml.

boy's & Girl's Club of atlanta

In August CHARITYworks held a ' Back to School Drive ' benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Atlanta. Supplies such as crayons, markers, spiral notebooks, composition books, clipboards, pencil boxes, filler paper and more were collected to provide underprivileged students with new materials in preparation for the start of the school year.

HRworks encourages employees to continue giving year-round. Support your local Boys & Girls Club by visiting www.bgca.org/clubs/.

children's healthcare of atlanta

In July, HRworksemployees held a craft project and collection drive on behalf of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Hundreds of items were donated for the hospitals and immediate care facilities, including crayons, coloring books, movies, games and children's books. Several artistically-inspired HRworks employees created colorful door hangers for patients to display on their doors or IV poles, and assembled craft kits for children to make their own creations while in the hospital.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) is committed to providing high-quality medical care to the more than 200,000 children who depend on the not-for-profit children's hospital each year. Without volunteer help, CHOA may not have the resources and space needed. To find out how you can help Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, visit www.choa.org.

ronald McDonald house

paws Atlanta

march of dimes - walkamerica

dress for success

project open hand

special Olympics Georgia

HRworks is committed to excellence in recruitment and giving back to the community. In addition to supporting our clients’ talent acquisition needs, the HRworks team donates their time and talent for many community activities, and offers financial contributions for others. Through the HRworks CHARITYworks foundation, HRworks cultivates a diverse range of community events that make a difference in the lives of those around us and adds to our own personal enrichment.