ERA Exceeds Goals For Toys For Tots Collection
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ERA Team VP Real Estate and Vacation Rentals has exceeded its goal of 500 toys to donate to the 2023 Toys for Tots Campaign.
With a goal set to collect 500 toys, ERA Team VP surpassed its expectations by collecting a 507 toys. Aligned with the ERA® brand's nationwide effort and in collaboration with other ERA affiliated brokerages worldwide, the campaign officially began Nov. 28, recognized as #GivingTuesday. The team worked hand in hand with Toys for Tots to collect and distribute holiday gifts to local children in the community.
The Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program, established in 1947, has consistently distributed an annual average of 18 million toys to seven million children-in-need.
"The success of this year's Toys for Tots campaign is a testament to the incredible generosity of our staff, agents, family, and friends," said Bill Soffel, ERA Team VP Real Estate and Vacation Rentals broker and CEO. "Their enthusiasm and dedication have made a meaningful difference in the lives of children in our community, and I couldn't be prouder of our team."
Soffel personally matched $1 for every toy donated. The contribution will be distributed to respective locations in Chautauqua County, Cattaraugus County, Warren County, and McKean County based on the amount of donations received at each of the ERA office locations, including Jamestown, Chautauqua, Ellicottville, Arcade, Olean, Bradford, and Warren.
ERA Team VP Real Estate and Vacation Rentals also collaborated with the Roger Tory Peterson Institute as part of its effort.