CENTURY 21 International Week of Giving Supports Easterseals
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Easterseals, the largest disability service provider in the US, announces continued support from the CENTURY 21® System through its International Week of Giving. This initiative, running from July 21-26, 2024, aims to enhance quality of life and expand access to various services for people with disabilities. CENTURY 21 real estate brokerages worldwide will host fundraising activities to support Easterseals and other causes.
The CENTURY 21 System raised nearly $3.1 million for Easterseals in 2023, bringing their total contribution since 1979 to $138.5 million. This 45-year partnership highlights the importance of private-public collaborations in driving social change, especially in the face of government budget constraints and social divisions.
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- CENTURY 21 System raised nearly $3.1 million for Easterseals in 2023
- Total contribution from CENTURY 21 to Easterseals since 1979 reaches $138.5 million
- 45-year partnership demonstrates long-term commitment to corporate social responsibility
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Through its national network of Affiliates, Easterseals provides essential services and on-the-ground supports each year to 1.5 million children and adults with disabilities, including veterans and older adults—from early childhood programs for the critical first five years to autism services, medical rehabilitation and employment programs, transportation and mobility services, veterans' programs, and more.
During the week of July 21-26, real estate brokerages affiliated with the CENTURY 21 brand around the world will host fundraising activities to support organizations like Easterseals and other causes including homelessness, food insecurity, disaster relief, education, health, and the environment.
Partisan and social divisions can make it challenging for governments to act. And government budgets are stretched thin, leaving many pressing social needs underfunded. Against this backdrop, social change can still be driven through collaborations between nonprofits and corporations. Century 21 Real Estate LLC has supported Easterseals for the past 45 years and is Easterseals' longest corporate relationship, reflecting the importance of private and public relationships to support social change.
In 2023, the CENTURY 21 System raised nearly
Easterseals President and CEO Kendra Davenport said: "We are so grateful for our long-standing relationship with Century 21 Real Estate. From annual fundraising campaigns to the unique charity events they put together, they are playing a crucial role in our mission to create a more inclusive world so people with disabilities can live full, independent lives and thrive."
"Giving back to the communities where our system members serve is an important part of who we are as a brand and our 45-year commitment to Easterseals is a true testament to that," said Greg Sexton, Chief Operating Officer of Century 21 Real Estate and Easterseals National Board Member. "I am very proud of the extraordinary efforts of our CENTURY 21 independent brokers and agents across the country as they not only provide philanthropic support but also drive awareness for the vital work of this organization."
About Easterseals
Easterseals is leading the way to full equity, inclusion, and access through life-changing disability and community services. Trusted by families for more than 100 years, we have worked tirelessly with our partners to enhance quality of life and expand local access to healthcare, education, and employment opportunities. And we won't rest until every one of us is valued, respected, and accepted. Through our national network of Affiliates, Easterseals provides essential services and on-the-ground supports to millions of individuals and their families each year—from early childhood programs for the critical first five years, to autism services, transportation services, medical rehabilitation and employment programs, veterans' services, and more. Our public education, policy, and advocacy initiatives positively shape perceptions and address the urgent and evolving needs of the one in four Americans with disabilities today. Together, we're empowering people with disabilities, families, and communities to be full and equal participants in society. To learn more, visit www.easterseals.com.
About Century 21 Real Estate LLC
The approximately 132,000 independent sales professionals in approximately 11,000 offices spanning 80 countries and [ES1] territories in the CENTURY 21® System live their mission every day: to defy mediocrity and deliver extraordinary experiences. By consistently chasing excellence, giving
Century 21 Real Estate LLC is a subsidiary of Anywhere Real Estate Inc. (NYSE: HOUS), a global leader in real estate franchising and provider of real estate brokerage, relocation, and settlement services.
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