September 05, 2012
Windermere Kids at the Y program update
Posted in Grant recipients by Tara Sharp
The Windermere Foundation has dedicated over 1.2 million dollars to this important cause—helping hundreds of kids through our first network-wide program. This unique partnership provides the YMCA with much-needed funds, as well as support from Windermere agents, who volunteer their time to assist with the summer camps and other kids’ activities.
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August 23, 2012
Helping our kids start the school year right
Posted in Collections and drives by Tara Sharp
Summer has flown by and it is hard to believe school will be starting for most students in the next few weeks. For many of us, we have special memories associated with the start of a new school year. From seeing our friends for the first time all season, to a new fall wardrobe and all new school supplies to start the year. Unfortunately, many of the kids will not be so lucky this year.
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March 19, 2012
Together, we are making a difference
Posted in Uncategorized by Tara Sharp
According to the latest national census, more than 46.2 million people in the United States live in poverty. For the past 23 years, the Windermere Foundation has been dedicated to helping these low-income and homeless families, but in these tough times, the organizations and families we support need more help.
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February 02, 2012
Announcing the winners of the Foundation video contest
Posted in Video Contest by Tara Sharp
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December 15, 2011
Greater Seattle Offices Give $122,000 to Local Organizations
Posted in Grant recipients and News from the Foundation by Tara Sharp
If you have purchased or sold your home through Windermere, you are a part of the Windermere Foundation. Each of our offices raises funds through transaction donations, fundraising efforts, and personal contributions. The funds they raise go back to their communities, to benefit local nonprofit organizations and programs that support low-income and homeless families. We are starting a new serie...
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November 18, 2011
Milepost 40—The Journey Continues; Second Annual Windermere Foundation Video Contest
Posted in Video Contest by Tara Sharp
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October 05, 2011
We did it! Building Better Communities Event Highlights
Posted in Events and Foundation in the news by Tara Sharp
This year, the Windermere Foundation is doing more for our communities, in neighborhoods where there are a lot of kids but not a lot of resources. To nominate a project or learn more about what is happening in your area, go to www.windermereandyou.org.
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September 07, 2011
Building Better Communities: Puget Sound Park Update
Posted in Uncategorized by Tara Sharp
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July 20, 2011
Building Better Communities, One Home Sale at a Time
Posted in Foundation in the news by Tara Sharp
The Windermere Foundation has been active in our communities for more than 22 years, but this year we decided we could do more: building parks and recreational facilities in communities with a lot of kids, but not a lot of resources. Learn more at www.windermere.com
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March 02, 2011
Read Across America Day, with a side of Green Eggs & Ham
Posted in Inspiration and ideas by Tara Sharp
Today is a great day to share your favorite books with a child you know. What is your favorite book from childhood? What are your favorite books to share with your children or grandchildren?
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