Community Outreach
EES is committed to making a positive difference in the social, educational, environmental, and economic well-being of the places we call home, and in communities around the world. Our Community Outreach Program is aligned closely with our core value of service to the community. From our efforts to help fight domestic violence to our support for international health initiatives, the outreach program is an integral part of the fabric of our company. Our company has been a consistent contributor to philanthropic organizations and causes since its founding in 2004. Our employees are also active contributors to our communities—directly involved in a wide range of support from helping rebuild storm-ravaged areas in Louisiana to inspiring youth and investing in their education in communities nationwide.
The success of our outreach program is grounded in commitment to corporate and individual social responsibility and action through establishing and building relationships with local, national, and international philanthropic organizations, businesses, agencies, schools, charities, and foundations. Some of our local partners include Goodwill, Salvation Army, Children's National Medical Center, Martha's Table, and Bread for the City. We conduct our community outreach activities through several key pathways:
- Partnerships
- Volunteerism
- Donations
- Fundraising
- Sponsorships
Outreach Activities
EES Sponsors the Ballers Invitational Golf Tournament
Many EES employees, clients, and subcontractors made their way to the Worthington Manor Golf Club to participate in the Second Annual Ballers Invitational Golf Tournament. This year’s golf tournament was special to many people, as it was held in memory of Russ Shields, who suffered from kidney disease. The event raised almost $20,000 for the National Kidney Foundation of Maryland.
The Fifth Annual Pepco Golf & Tennis Classic presented by EES
Many golf enthusiasts met at the Country Club at Woodmore to participate in the Fifth Annual Pepco Golf & Tennis Classic. EES was a corporate sponsor of this annual charity event. Proceeds from the tournament help disadvantaged residents in the District of Columbia and Prince George's and Montgomery counties pay their winter utility bills. The funds were distributed through the PHI Community Foundation to residents served by the Greater Washington Urban League, the United Communities Against Poverty in Prince George's County and Interfaith Works in Montgomery County. Over the past 5 years, the tournament has raised more than $770,000 for area charities.
EES Annual Back to School Drive
Unfortunately, there are a number of children that start their first day of school without having the proper school supplies. From July 21 through August 20, 2010, EES employees participated in the company’s annual school drive by providing folders, back packs, pens, and a number of other items for children in need. This year, students of Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary School received 10 back packs full of donated supplies.
3rd Annual Jason Campbell Leukemia Golf Classic
Redskins’ players and friends rallied to support the mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at the 2010 Jason Campbell Golf Classic. In spite of rainy weather and Campbell's move to Oakland just days prior to the event, Chris Cooley, Donovan McNabb and many current and former Redskins, including Brian Mitchell, Reed Doughty, Lorenzo Alexander and others, helped create a highly successful event. The event raised $116,000 to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's mission to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkins disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
EES Sponsors Becky’s Fund Domestic Violence Prevention Charity Event
EES helped kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month as the presenting sponsor of Becky’s Fund “Walk This Way” Charity Fashion Show. Becky’s Fund is a Washington, D.C.-based organization dedicated to preventing domestic violence through awareness, advocacy, activism, and support for victims. The fashion show and society event featured celebrities including Clinton Portis and Jason Campbell of the Washington Redskins walking the runway, and entertainment by musical artists Genuine and Sole. Founder Becky Lee acknowledged the generous sponsor donations that “are enabling Becky's Fund to…help victims find the courage to come forward … while creating prevention programs to confront this issue head-on.”
The Jason Campbell Leukemia Golf Classic presented by EES
EES teamed with Washington Redskins quarterback Jason Campbell to sponsor a golf classic in support of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The golf outing attracted some of the area’s most avid golfers, other Redskins’ team members and their associates, and sponsors to the Island Club in Sterling, Virginia. The event raised $225,000 to fight against leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. As presenting sponsor, EES received special recognition from Jason Campbell when he visited the Washington, D.C. offices of EES and met with CEO William Teel.
CEO Donates $10,000 and technology to Charles Hart Middle School
When two EES executives returned to their childhood neighborhood in southeastern Washington, D.C. as guest speakers, they not only encouraged and inspired students at Charles Hart Middle School, they also donated $10,000 and new technology equipment. CEO William R. Teel, Jr. and Communications Director Kenji Darby talked to the school’s 8th graders, sharing their challenges growing up and how they worked hard and became successful businessmen. Teel, who attended Charles Hart, and Darby presented the school with a $5,000 check to help fund needed jackets, school uniforms, gym uniforms, and school supplies. After touring the halls and classrooms of his alma mater, Teel also pledged an additional $5,000 to help with other necessities and donated new laptop computers.
EES Employees Join Millions to Support Go Red for Women and Heart Health
“Go Red For Women” celebrates the energy, passion, and power of women banding together to wipe out heart disease and stroke. The movement, sponsored by the American Heart Association, has adopted the color red to stand for the ability all women have to improve their heart health. EES employees joined in solidarity with millions of people across the country take part in Wear Red Day, helping raise awareness of the fight against health disease and donating money for medical research.
Community Outreach Supports HoopsForAfrica HIV/AIDS Prevention Program
The Community Outreach Program donated $6,000 to HoopsForAfrica for its HIV/AIDS prevention efforts in Africa. The Washington, D.C.-based HoopsForAfrica is committed to educating Africa's youth about HIV/AIDS prevention and the importance of good nutrition. The nonprofit organization leverages the popularity of professional basketball players and other celebrities to gain the attention of young Africans and deliver HoopsForAfrica’s “Play safe, stay alive” message. HoopsForAfrica also partners with USAID (United States Agency for International Development) to accomplish its global health mission.
Outreach Program Hosts Magic Show for Children's National Medical Center
The Community Outreach Program gave pediatric patients and their families at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. a fun-filled day to remember as sponsors of a magic show. Award-winning juggler and magician Jonathan Austin performed before a packed house. The program gave children a chance to come out of their rooms and enjoy a respite from the stress and anxiety that often comes from being in a hospital setting.
St. Ann’s Infant and Maternity Home Accepts Laptops from EES
St. Ann’s Infant and Maternity Home received a donation of laptop computers for its Administration Department. The new equipment will help enhance the productivity and creativity necessary to better care for the needs of the home’s children and teen mothers, according to St. Ann’s CEO Sister Mary Bader. EES has a longstanding commitment to the home and continues to sponsor initiatives and programs that serve children and young mothers.
Community Outreach Exec Takes Part in Career Day at Whitehall Elementary
The Community Outreach Program participated in the Annual Whitehall Elementary Career Day. Kenji Darby, Director of Communications-Outreach, spoke to 5th graders about the importance of education in achieving their career goals.
Frederick Douglass High School Football Receives $20,000 from Community Outreach Program
Our Community Outreach Program has presented a $10,000 check for two consecutive years to Frederick Douglass High School in Marlboro, Maryland, to support the school’s football program. Shawne Merriman of the NFL’s San Diego Chargers and a graduate and former football player at Frederick Douglass was represented by his personal assistant during one of the presentations.
Company and Employees Give Aid to Operation Helping Hands in New Orleans
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, one of the deadliest and costliest storms in the history of the United States, volunteers from across the nation rallied to assist the devastated New Orleans region. Our Community Outreach Program as well as a group of company employees joined forces with “Operation Helping Hands” to restore homes and damaged neighborhoods. Together, volunteers removed damaged household goods such as appliances and furniture and tore down damaged walls, ceilings, floors, cabinets, and wiring. In addition to the hands-on work, our Community Outreach Program donated a $5,000 Lowe's gift card to assist Catholic Charities of New Orleans in buying supplies.
EES has also been a contributor to other local and national nonprofit organizations.
In the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area, EES supported Ladies of Imani, a professional women’s group dedicated to sponsoring a variety of community-based programs. Our company contributed to the Phi Community Foundation’s Pepco Golf Classic, which helps struggling area residents pay their winter energy bills.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure continues to receive contributions from EES to support its nationwide activities dedicated to the fight against breast cancer. We also contribute to The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals to aid the organization’s work to rescue animals from abuse, pass humane laws, and share resources with shelters nationwide.
