At Anne Grady Services, volunteers play an essential role in helping us fulfill our mission of empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live fulfilling, meaningful lives. Their time, talent, and compassion create opportunities, strengthen our programs, and bring joy to the people we serve, especially during the holidays.
This season, we were honored to welcome volunteers from Ohio Business Machines (OBM) and Buckeye Broadband, who generously spent time decorating our ICF homes for Christmas and helping create festive holiday stockings for the individuals we support. Their enthusiasm and kindness made a tremendous impact, and we are deeply grateful.
Why Volunteers Matter
Volunteers help us extend our reach far beyond what we could accomplish alone. At Anne Grady Services, volunteers:
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- Bring new energy and creativity to our programs
- Build meaningful connections with the individuals we support
- Help foster community inclusion and awareness
- Contribute to a warm, welcoming environment in our homes and facilities
- Strengthen the sense of community that lies at the heart of our mission
During the holiday season, that impact shines even brighter. Decorations, shared activities, and small acts of generosity help create memories and make our individuals feel celebrated and included.
Holiday Cheer Made Possible by Community Support
Thanks to the incredible volunteers from OBM and Buckeye, our homes are filled with festive lights, cheerful décor, and handmade stockings that will bring smiles throughout the season. Their willingness to step in, lend a hand, and spend meaningful time with our staff and residents truly embodies the spirit of giving.
The holidays can be a joyful but busy time, and we are grateful to these teams for choosing to spend part of their season giving back to our Anne Grady community. Their dedication reflects the very best of Northwest Ohio, neighbors supporting one another and making a difference together.
Our Gratitude
To the volunteers from OBM and Buckeye: thank you for your compassion, your time, and your commitment to helping our individuals feel valued and included. Your support brings joy not only to our ICF homes, but also to our entire organization.
We appreciate you and look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
