Franklin Templeton's Global Holiday Volunteer Initiatives 2023
Franklin Templeton employees consistently demonstrate their generosity and compassion throughout the year. This year, the firm participated in Involved HOLIDAYS, a special volunteer campaign that builds on the momentum of June’s Impact Days. This initiative extends the spirit of giving into the holiday season, fostering teamwork and supporting those in need.
Here are some highlights from the company’s global efforts:
Here are some highlights from the company’s global efforts:
- Baltimore launched the season with a food and winter coat drive benefiting the Living Classrooms Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to community-driven programs aligned with Baltimore's priorities and aspirations.
- Stamford employees organized a food and gift drive for the New Covenant Center, brightening the holidays for 22 children affected by domestic violence with over 125 gifts.
- Mumbai employees embraced the giving spirit by spending a heartfelt day with seniors at The Sanctuary, an adult day care and recreation center within the King George V Memorial Charitable Trust premises.
- Hong Kong joined the HSBC x FT Volunteer Elderly Visit in Sham Shui Po, one of Hong Kong's poorest districts, making a positive impact on the lives of the elderly.
- New York partnered with Rise Against Hunger, packaging nutritious meals for school programs in developing countries through a volunteer-driven initiative.
- Poznan volunteers crafted handmade items for a charity shop, held an online game auction, and hosted a Share the Warmth holiday drive to support organizations aiding the homeless. They also cooked, sorted, and transported donated items to help those in need.
- Toronto employees volunteered at the North York Harvest Food Bank, sorting and packing food, and supported Holiday Helpers Canada by wrapping and packaging gifts for low-income families working toward a better future.
- Edinburgh employees participated in the Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity's annual Sparkle & Shine Christmas Carol Concert, raising over $7,500 to support children spending Christmas in the hospital.
- San Mateo employees attended LifeMoves Vendome’s holiday party, decorating, serving food, and engaging with clients. They also collaborated with RAFT to assemble STEAM project kits for students and teachers.
- Across offices, Franklin Templeton partnered with Family Giving Tree to fulfill holiday wishes for those in need, continuing a 32-year tradition.
- Short Hills hosted a fundraising event for Soles4Souls, an organization providing clothing and shoes to those affected by natural disasters and homelessness.
- Multiple Locations participated in Soldiers’ Angels Stocking Stuffer Events, preparing over 600 holiday stockings for deployed troops and veterans in VA hospitals.
- Wreaths Across America saw Franklin Templeton volunteers lay remembrance wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery and other locations, honoring fallen veterans. The team raised 461 wreaths, including 200 donated by the company.
These initiatives showcase the firm’s commitment to making a meaningful difference, both locally and globally, during the holiday season.
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