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DEELEY SERVES ABOUT OUR 2018 CHARITIES Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation provides hospital and respite housing services to critically ill children and their families, bringing comfort and hope to families during a medical crisis and keeping them together. believeintomorrow.org Growing Forward in Our Community Deeley employees give time and energy to support organizations that feel the same way they do about making a positive impact. They are committed to improving the lives of others in the communities we serve. Deeley’s desire to serve exists across the organization with leaders, sales and service teams all working together to give back. The agency established a charitable arm—Deeley Serves—that helps streamline its resources and support for area organizations in need of assistance. For many staff members, charitable volunteering is their top passion outside the workplace, so they are enthusiastic about organizing activities and encouraging other employees to take part. A HELPING SPIRIT The American Cancer Society is well-known for its mission to fund cancer research, share expert information, promote cancer prevention and provide patient support. cancer.org Each year, employees nominate charities to consider sponsoring and then vote for their top three choices to support for the year. The volunteer initiatives are all employee-led, and are driven by the values of compassion, kindness and service. The mission statement for Deeley Serves is, “We aim to give back to this wonderful community we live and work in, through agency efforts as well as individual employee initiatives.” Past volunteer activities have included helping organize cookouts for children affected by serious illnesses and their families, collecting pet supplies and participating in various fundraising activities. Throughout the year, Deeley employees have the ability to earn time off to volunteer during their workday. This allows their employees to support organizations that are meaningful to them. A GIVING HEART The Grass Roots Rescue works to save dogs, cats, and other animals that are at risk in shelters and within the community through spay/neuter programs, animal adoptions and monetary support. Deeley Gives, a component of Deeley Serves, is a committee that awards one-time donations to local causes which are in need of immediate funding. In the past, this fund has helped employees and their relatives with medical expenses, rebuilding after a home fire and running a 5K for Down’s Syndrome. Learn more about these amazing organizations and how you may be able to support them. grrde.org Visit deeleyinsurance.com • (410) 213-5600 • (302) 644-8464