We are very grateful to our Corporate Partners for Kids, whose commitment to their community enables us to support healthy, strong children and families in Washington.
Current Partners:
A supporter since 1990, Boeing has been instrumental in turning CHSW's mission into a reality through volunteerism, program support, and in-kind donations. In 2007 alone, Boeing generously donated $40,000 to CHSW through their Flight to the Future grant and other support. Boeing has continued with their generosity and support in 2008 by contributing $30,000 for the printing of CHSW's educational and promotional materials and serving as the title sponsor of the CHSW's annual Promise Dinner. A heartfelt thanks to everyone at Boeing for their past, present, and future support of CHSW's vision and mission.
Since 2001, Wendy's International has sponsored the Sweetheart for Adoption campaign, a fundraising project to support CHSW's adoption-related services in the Puget Sound area. This partnership is a local reflection of Wendy's national commitment to the cause of adoption. For one month each year, Wendy's Puget Sound-area customers are offered the chance to purchase an "I'm a Sweetheart for Adoption" pin-up for $1. In exchange for their donation, customers are entered into a drawing for a trip for four to Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. CHSW receives 100 % of each dollar raised. Since the campaign began, Wendy's and its customers have raised more than $400,000 in cash and in-kind donations. CHSW is grateful to Wendy's for its ongoing commitment to children and families.
Management at Kibble & Prentice believes it is their corporate responsibility to support their community and to encourage their employees to do the same. Since 1996, Kibble's partnership with CHSW has mirrored this philosophy. Many Kibble & Prentice employees have been superior volunteers for CHSW programs and events. As a corporate donor, Kibble & Prentice has been a generous supporter of CHSW for nearly 12 years. In 2006, Kibble & Prentice extended their support of children and families by becoming the title sponsor of CHSW's annual KIRO Kids Classic golf tournament. "Kibble & Prentice supports healthy kids and families in our community, and is extremely proud of our partnership with the Society," said Chris Prentice. With Kibble's involvement, CHSW is able to enhance the lives of countless children and their families each year. CHSW is sincerely grateful to Kibble & Prentice for their ongoing partnership.
CHSW has been the beneficiary of KIRO-TV 7's community spirit and generosity for nearly a decade as title sponsor of the KIRO Kids Classic golf tournament and auction. This event specifically benefits CHSW services in the northwest region and Out-of-Home Care. "This is the only event organized outside the station's community relations department that KIRO puts its name on," says CHSW board member Richard Corella. "They are very proud of it." Nearly $1 million has been raised in support of CHSW's work since this partnership began in 1996. "As a result of our partnership with CHSW, we have grown as a station," explains Kristina Moy, KIRO's Community Relations Manager. "The way Society employees pour their heart and soul into fundraising for children has truly inspired us to do the same, and has pushed us to be the best that we can be."
Each year, corporate partner Quadrant Homes supports CHSW with the Bringing It Home for Kids campaign. Every time a Seattle Mariner crosses home plate, Quadrant Homes makes a generous donation to CHSW. Listeners of KOMO 1000 News Radio can hear "Voice of the Mariners" Dave Niehaus tell about each donation and CHSW's work every time a player crosses home. Since this partnership began in 2002, Quadrant Homes has contributed $60,000 through the Bringing It Home for Kids campaign. CHSW offers everyone at Quadrant Homes the warmest thanks for helping to build healthy families while building family homes in Washington.
For nearly 15 years, Simply Northwest and owner De Scott have partnered with CHSW. A small business in Spokane, Simply Northwest contributes 15% of sales on selected items to CHSW programs. In the last 5 years, Simply Northwest has generously given almost $100,000 to CHSW. An active leader in the Spokane community, De believes in CHSW's mission. "I am passionate about what the Society does for children and families," she says. "I chose to partner with CHSW because I believe the work they do is essential to improving our community." CHSW is proud to have Simply Northwest and De Scott as a Corporate Partner for Kids, and is grateful to the staff of Simply Northwest for their dedication to Washington's children and families.
Phil Gerisilo & Associates is an admirable example of a long-term CHSW donor and supporter turned corporate partner. Since the late 1990's, Phil Gerisilo and his wife Deborah understood how important it was for Washington's families to stay involved in CHSW. Every year, the couple hosted a back to school picnic in South King County. This provided an opportunity for families to connect with each other and with CHSW. Even with all the support he provided, Phil found himself wanting to do more. Alongside the rest of his team at Phil Gerisilo & Associates, he formed the Happy Home Team Campaign. Starting on June 1, 2008, for every house sold, the company will donate $200 to CHSW's Early Learning services in South King County. Phil Gerisilo & Associate's goal is to provide a total of $10,000 to $15,000 in their first year of partnership. CHSW is proud to have this successful businessman and dedicated advocate on our team. Thank you to everyone at Phil Gerisilo & Associates for your support.