At ARAMARK, we enrich the communities where we live and work. We connect our diverse expertise, resources, and time to help improve the lives of those in need. Through volunteerism, grants and in-kind support we reach millions of people each year helping to provide access to food, clothing and safe environments; building critical employment and career skills; and encouraging families to live a healthier lifestyle through community health and wellness education and awareness programs.
We develop and implement community involvement programs within the areas of:
Community Programs & Partnerships
Addressing community challenges is most effective when public and private organizations join forces. We partner with leading nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and clients to tackle immediate concerns and develop longer-term solutions. Through a combination of company-wide signature initiatives and locally driven programs, we strengthen the capacity of community organizations and help people thrive.
Philanthropy
Financial and in-kind donations are essential for communities and nonprofit organizations to meet their missions. In grant-making through corporate charitable funds and local business support, we contribute to local and national organizations that are making a meaningful impact.
Employee Volunteerism
The skills, expertise, and passion of our employees bring tremendous value to community organizations serving people in need. We are committed to developing community based initiatives that support employees in civic participation through company-sponsored and personal volunteer initiatives.
Community Response
Our core business expertise can make us uniquely suited to respond in times of local and national crisis. We coordinate with disaster relief organizations, government agencies, our clients and local communities to mobilize expertise and resources and provide support during a disaster.
Hurricane Relief Summer 2008
In the wake of devastating hurricanes which affected employees and communities in the American Gulf region, ARAMARK recommended to The ARAMARK Charitable Fund that a sizable contribution be made to the American Red Cross for relief efforts to support our employees and local communities.
A Spirit of Service: ARAMARK Responds to Hurricane Ike
Supporting Community Centers across the U.S.
Philanthropy and volunteer program focuses on strengthening neighborhood centers and families.
Clean drinking water for children in South Africa
Nearly 300 children at a school in South Africa now have access to clean water, thanks to a fundraising program launched by ARAMARK UK.
$207,000 for the Philadelphia area American Cancer Society
ARAMARK employees in Philadelphia raised money for the American Cancer Society’s general research fund and specific initiatives.
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