By Beth Johnson, Administrative Assistant & Open Arms Representative
Even though Open Arms is the heart of MAA every month, we designate October as “Open Arms October” to promote awareness for the Open Arms Foundation and offer fun ways for associates, residents, friends, and family to get involved with the MAA corporate charity. This year’s event was the 5th annual, and it did not disappoint! Week 1 of October highlighted an awareness and MAA payroll contribution drive. Supporters were encouraged to view the many ways Open Arms has a presence online, including the www.maaopenarms.com website, giving site and the Open Arms Facebook page, which welcomed several new followers during the event. MAA associates were also encouraged to enroll in a payroll contribution for Open Arms. By month- end, more than 500 MAA associates were supporting Open Arms with payroll contributions. During Week 2, MAA communities started their “pumpkin patches” by creatively displaying support pumpkins that
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donors purchased to help Open Arms. Pumpkins continued to sell throughout October and added a meaningful touch to fall décor in leasing offices, as well as an opportunity for a conversation starter about Open Arms and the homes we provide to those who must travel for medical treatment.
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