March 2024

40C — March 2024 — The Best of 2023 — M id A tlantic Real Estate Journal

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The BEST GIVING BACK of 2023

Walters has made significant contributions to the communi- ties where it is active. In Stafford

Township, they constructed Park of the Pines, a new park and playground, and refurbished and recondi- tioned the town’s existing water tower. Walters presents annual scholarships to seniors in the Barnegat Bay area who plan to attend college. In 2023, they presented $8,000 to four high school students. During the holidays, Walters continued their annual Thanksgiving basket collection and donation, distribut- ing 158 baskets with gift cards and non-perishable food items. Employees also organized a Giving Tree to fulfill the wishes of 19 less fortunate families.

Greysteel has a strong commit- ment to giving back to the com- munity through various initiatives

Giving back to our communities inspires us. Whether participating in ACE Mentor, Boys and Girls Clubs, Canstruction, Polar Plunge to benefit the Special Olym - pics, hosting a donation drive for a women’s shelter, or riding to defeat rare cancers with Cycle for Survival, AKF continues to look for meaningful ways to empower the people and places where we live and work.

Caring is deeply rooted in Morgan Properties’ culture and the company is passionate about positively impact- ing the lives of the many communities in which it serves and believes its critical for long-term success That’s why Morgan Properties invests in its people and its lo- cal neighborhoods through a program called Caring. Sharing. Giving. Its purpose is to care for those around them by sharing their time and resources and giving to those in need. Through partnerships and by demon- strating their PRIDE values, Morgan Properties is able to create meaningful change in their communities by being a force for good. The program aims to increase awareness and support for charitable organizations and causes that the employee base passionately supports on both the local and national levels. With the help of both its employees and residents, Morgan Properties gives back through its partnerships with charities like Habitat for Humanity, American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC), American Cancer Society, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and their Center for Gun Violence Prevention. Morgan Proper- ties supports these causes through a combination of volunteerism and traditional fundraising efforts, often with a corporate matching element. In 2023, the Caring. Sharing. Giving. program supported over 30 charitable causes across the country, achieved over 1,000 volun- teer hours, and Morgan Properties fundraised toward a donation of $40,000 to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foun- dation, resulting in countless smiles and warm hearts. part of the firm’s rich history. Committed to supporting the communities in which its team members and cli- ents live and work, NAIDB and its leadership team ac- tively support numerous professional, community and civic organizations. Recent activities have included the Community FoodBank of New Jersey; Vincent R. Ga - gliardi Foundation 5K Run; and meeting with the Real Estate Club at The College of New Jersey. The com- pany also hosts regular celebrations and outings such as Friendsgiving, attending Somerset Patriots games and holding Annual Holiday Parties. commitment to giving back to the community. The team organized a backpack drive, donating back- packs and essential school supplies to empower stu- dents for academic success. Additionally, the office dedicated their time to volunteer at the Food Bank of New Jersey, extending a helping hand to those in need by distributing food and facilitating access to vital resources. Through these initiatives, Marcus & Millichap’s New Jersey office embodies the spirit of compassion and community support, making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Marcus & Millichap’s New Jersey office exemplifies a At NAIDB, the importance of helping others is a deep-rooted

and programs. The company actively supports chari- table organizations and causes, both locally and nation- ally, through donations and volunteer efforts. Greysteel also encourages its employees to participate in com- munity service projects and provides opportunities for them to make a positive impact in the areas where they live and work. By prioritizing social responsibility, Greysteel demonstrates its dedication to making a dif- ference and contributing to the greater good.

IMC Construction views philanthropy as the cornerstone of our culture and phi- losophy. It is important to support the

community which is why it is ingrained in our company culture. The IMC Charitable Foundation was formed to further provide charitable giving to help and empower nonprofit organizations in our community. Through the IMC Charitable Foundation, we connect with communi- ties through outreach, education, sponsorship, and fun- draising efforts locally where are projects are located. For the last 20 years, The IMC Foundation has held an annual charity golf outing. Through the years, the golf outing has raised over $2 million and has supported the work of 130 organizations dedicated to conservation, education, cancer research and serving the economi- cally disadvantaged in our community.

Donations to Toys for Tots. Partici- pated in Spruce’d Up York 2023, winning the 3rd place monetary prize for our charity of choice – House of Hope York.

Giving back is central in the Lee & Associates culture, and the

firm comes together to support a variety of community- centered causes each year. A 2023 highlight included support of the United Way of Passaic County Backpacks 4 Kids! school supply drive. The company’s brokerage and administrative team members collected, filled and donated 40 backpacks and 100 school supply sets to help kickstart a successful academic year for Passaic County students. Partner donors in the Backpack initia- tive included Lee & Associates Property Management, The Law Offices of Wanda Chin Monahan, LLC and Templar Foods. Additional Lee & Associates giving back efforts in 2023 included a donation drive to benefit the Jersey Battered Women’s Service (JBWS). In addi - tion, Lee & Associates has supported March of Dimes and various other charitable organizations. tors, DIG is an ardent supporter of community outreach and activism. Being a certified MBE/DBE/SBE gives all team members a platform to serve as role models for others while bringing tremendous credibility to the communities DIG serves. Tapping into the talents of DIG’s multidisciplinary teams, the firm is involved in a wide range of charitable/philanthropic/educational en- deavors, including an array of career exposure/mentor- ship programs, building community playgrounds, do- nating and distributing food through food pantries and helping to design a new school in Haiti following the country’s devastating earthquakes. As a firm focused on projects that are community regenera-

Benchmark is an active con- tributor to non-profit organi -

zations in our community. We support organizations from school preparedness and athletic programs to mission trips, benevolent funds, community conserva- tion, healthcare access, behavioral health resources, and community gatherings. Recent contributions include Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development, Lancaster County Conservancy, Lancaster & Lebanon Habitat for Humanity, Women in Healthcare – Maryland, Lancast- er Education Foundation – Barney Ewell Scholarhship to name a few. Our team actively donates its time and talents to Habitat for Humanity, Toys for Tots, Clare House, and Milagro House, among many other organi- zations within our local communities.

NAI Summit organizes quarterly volunteer service events or dona-

tion drives that give back to the Lehigh Valley commu- nity. Donation drives support the local YWCA, animal shelters, and various family support organizations. Notably, each year a team of employees participates in the much anticipated annual “She Nailed It” competi- tion to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity.

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