In 2002, we at Pearce Real Estate wanted to mark the first anniversary of 9/11 by doing something positive, that would make the world a little better. That year, we chose many projects in many towns that we serve, doing everything from painting to yard work, to filing and stuffing envelopes, and even cleaning up a park. Over the years, we have served dozens of area organizations, often returning to help out in later years, sometimes with bigger projects, and now in one venue at a time.
Today, we celebrated the 18th Pearce Day of Caring by going back to The Connecticut Hospice in Branford, where we famously cleaned up the grounds, including the pool, after Hurricane Irene. This year, 40 of us spread out over the yard and all three floors of the building, painting, filing, moving boxes, staining decks, and performing whatever tasks the staff had for us. We even gave a class in basic computer program shortcuts! After our work, we had our usual pizza fest, then some of us stayed to finish up the painting jobs.
We couldn't have asked for better weather or a better cause, and we always feel good when we take the time to come together and do in a different way what we individually try to do every day--give back to the region that supports us and our business. I am never prouder to be a Pearce Pro than on Day of Caring, and I'm grateful to the team that devotes its time every year to helping others.
