FASTFACT
Based on Marriott International’s CSR Report,
Marriott associates have volunteered a total of nearly 295,000 hours
during company-sponsored events. Between 2007 and 2010 alone,
Marriott associates in New Orleans contributed nearly 7,000 volunteer hours to build Habitat for Humanity International homes to help
the people and communities devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
Lantana Spa's staff actively volunteer their time
to the local community's fire department.
guests the opportunity to give back to the
island of Kauai.
“Naturally, everyone who comes to
Kauai is amazed by the lush beauty of it
all and while a mix of adventure and
relaxation are primary motivators, people
often want to do something meaningful
as well,” says Diann Hartman, the Grand
Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa public relations
manager. “Each activity is great for families and groups, everyone can learn, by
doing, that they can make a difference,
not just for themselves but for others as
well.”
The resort and spa has partnered with
four diverse nonprofit organizations (see
sidebar) which allow guests to spend time
to do volunteer work. Each opportunity
offers a chance to learn something new,
do something good, be part of and contribute to the local community.
Hartman continues, “These specific
organizations do a great job with their
established volunteer programs by welcoming all ages and abilities, providing an
educational work environment, clear direction, and the proper tools and equipment
needed…essentially creating a fun and
gratifying way to spend a day.” ■
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