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Oklahoma City welcomes Weidner Cares in partnership with YWCA OKC!
This October, our Oklahoma City team spent a day volunteering at the OKC YWCA as part of our annual Weidner Cares philanthropic event series. Weidner Cares is an annual company-wide program where teams from all our regions dedicate an entire workday to volunteering at a local organization and giving back to the communities in which we operate.
This year, over 150 of our Oklahoma City associates united to support YWCA OKC, an organization that offers lifesaving services and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
The team’s work spanned the entire property. Associates rebuilt the perimeter fence to serve as a canvas for a gorgeous new mural, transforming what was once an outdated space into a vibrant symbol of hope. Teams also refreshed the greenhouse, landscaped the playground, cleaned and re-striped the parking lot, moved furniture, and built/painted picnic tables and Adirondack chairs in YWCA colors.
Beyond the projects themselves, small moments made the whole day unforgettable. YWCA staff were truly awestruck by the turnout and even more impressed with the results. Our team playfully responded to their comments throughout the day with a confident “Just wait!”, heightening the anticipation and our determination to reveal beautiful projects.
One of the day’s highlights was when an associate used sidewalk chalk to create a hopscotch path adorned with uplifting sayings for the children living on site. Meanwhile, residents and little ones peeked through windows, delighted to see the mural coming to life.
“Today was one of my favorite days of the year. Even during one of my most stressful weeks, the payoff is well worth it,” said Josh Hayes, a Regional Maintenance Director.
This year’s Weidner Cares at YWCA OKC was a celebration of community, creativity, and compassion. Together, we created safer, brighter spaces that will serve the women, children, and families who walk through YWCA’s doors for years to come.
Thanks for all the great work, Oklahoma City!