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Agenda Item: 9 |
Prepared By: Joan Taylor, City Clerk |
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Business: Presentation |
Department: Executive |
Subject:
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Presentation - The Home Depot Foundation, Community Building Initiative - Rhonda Oliver, CEO, HandsOn Greater Phoenix
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BACKGROUND:
The Home Depot Foundation, through its Community Building Initiative with garden vendors and project management by HandsOn Greater Phoenix, will present on their upcoming volunteer projects at Winterberry Park and Veterans Community Park. The Home Depot Foundation is committed to improving the homes and lives of U.S. veterans, training skilled tradespeople, and supporting communities impacted by natural disasters. Since 2011, the Foundation has invested more than $550 million in veteran causes, with a pledge to reach $750 million by 2030. As part of this initiative, approximately 700 volunteers will contribute to projects in Marco Island, representing an investment of more than $600,000 in our community.
Rhonda Oliver, CEO of HandsOn Greater Phoenix, will provide a presentation of the initiative. HandsOn Greater Phoenix is a nonprofit organization and partner with Home Depot. They serve as project manager and provide volunteers for implementing The Home Depot Foundation community efforts.
FUNDING SOURCE / FISCAL IMPACT: N / A
RECOMMENDATION: Receive presentation
POTENTIAL MOTION: N / A