This holiday season, Aramark volunteers across the globe are coming together to spread joy and make a meaningful impact in their communities. Through a series of festive service projects, employees are embracing the spirit of giving by supporting families in need, organizing donation drives, and creating holiday care packages.
From decorating community centers to preparing warm meals for local shelters, these initiatives reflect Aramark’s commitment to service and collective impact. Volunteers are not only donating their time but also collecting essential items such as winter clothing, non-perishable food, and toys to ensure that every family can celebrate the season with comfort and cheer.
“Giving back during the holidays is a tradition we’re proud to uphold,” said Rebecca Owens, director of community relations. “Our teams are passionate about creating moments that matter for those who need it most.”
The volunteer projects are part of Aramark’s ongoing mission to strengthen communities through volunteerism and sustainable impact. By working together, employees are helping to brighten the holidays for thousands of individuals and families, reinforcing the power of people in action and compassion.
To all our Project Leaders worldwide, thank you for your dedication, and for bringing joy to communities this holiday season!
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Spreading Holiday Cheer with Boys & Girls Clubs Nationwide
Aramark volunteers partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs nationwide, including locations in East Dallas, North Carolina, Midlands, Augusta, Greater Dallas, and the Eastern Panhandle. Volunteers helped spread holiday cheer by wrapping gifts, assembling snack kits for families, and serving hot chocolate. These efforts helped hundreds of families feel supported and celebrated during the holiday season, providing essentials and creating moments of joy for children and caregivers.
Dallas Star Team
New England Star Team
The New England Star Team, led by Mary Fondas, Vice President of Compliance, served 300 hot meals to residents at Rosie’s Place this holiday season. “Moments like these remind us of what the season is truly about – connection, care, and community,” said Fondas.
Philadelphia Holiday Projects
For this year’s annual holiday donation drive, the Philadelphia Star Team, Amplify Employee Resource Group, Aramark’s Legal team, and Aramark’s Human Resource group came together to support The Providence Center and Lutheran Settlement House, spreading holiday cheer to families across the Philadelphia region.
With the support and generosity of Aramark volunteers, Debbie Malaczewski, Executive Administrative Assistant for Safety and Risk Solutions, helped make the season brighter for 41 kids and teens at The Providence Center by fulfilling Amazon wish lists and donating winter essentials, games, and toys for their annual holiday party.
Meanwhile, the Aramark Human Resources team brought joy to families served by Lutheran Settlement House by donating dozens of toys, games, and other gifts to make the holidays extra special.
Festive Footprints: Making an Impact Worldwide
South Korea
The Aramark South Korea team volunteered at Ronald McDonald House Korea, to pack essential hygiene kits for families of children undergoing long-term treatment.
“This was our first year participating in the holiday project, and it was a truly meaningful experience to lead,” said Bonnie Ku, Human Resource Manager.
Aramark UK
Aramark UK hosted several holiday activities, including a project supporting Mission Christmas Cash for Kids. Volunteers purchased gifts to ensure every child wakes up with a present on Christmas morning. Around 100 community members were impacted. They sorted, assembled, and packed gifts requested by local schools and community groups in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
Aramark Chile
In Chile, the team led by Francisca Hernández Scianca volunteered at Fundación Gastronomía Social, where they prepared and served a meal for 95 community members and donated gifts to children attending the celebration. Fran and her team have a long-standing relationship with Fundación Gastronomía Social, supporting its mission through multiple Aramark Building Community events over the years.
Aramark Teams Honor Veterans During Wreaths Across America Day
On Saturday, Dec. 13, Aramark SALUTE, Community Relations, and Star Teams proudly joined thousands of volunteers across the country to participate in National Wreaths Across America Day. This annual initiative is dedicated to fulfilling the mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach by laying wreaths at the graves of our nation’s fallen heroes.
Wreaths Across America coordinates ceremonies at more than 2,500 locations across the United States, at sea, and abroad. The most notable ceremony takes place at Arlington National Cemetery, where volunteers gather to pay tribute to those who served and sacrificed our freedom.
This year, Aramark team members came together at sites in Chicago, Ill.; Dallas, Texas; Valley Forge, Pa. (pictured); Minneapolis, Minn.; Madison, Tenn.; and Tallahassee, Fla., joining local communities in paying their respects.
This year’s Wreaths Across America program reached an extraordinary milestone. The program supported 5,598 participating cemeteries and sponsored more than 3.1 million veterans’ wreaths. Each wreath placed was a powerful symbol of remembrance, respect, and gratitude.
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