Newsletters

Welcome to Spotlight, our quarterly newsletter designed to shine a light on the Social Purpose initiatives happening every day throughout our organization. Through Spotlight we will share highlights of how our teams are demonstrating what it means to #FirstServeOthers in their communities. We hope you enjoy learning about how our teams are embracing Social Purpose and find inspiration through the stories we share.

September 2025 Spotlight

As FirstService’s Summer of Service campaign winds down, we highlight key community initiatives from our North American teams. These include FirstService Residential’s toy drive with CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish, First Onsite’s Sheltering Hope animal aid, California Closets’ “Care Closet” for foster families, and Paul Davis’ ongoing blood donation efforts. We also celebrate FirstService Residential’s South Region HQ achieving WELL Certified™ Gold, the East Region’s “Jolt of Joy” project delivering 700 cards to seniors, and feature Leukemia Awareness Month with ways to support lifesaving research. These activities demonstrate our commitment to compassion, collaboration, and service.

August 2025 Spotlight

This season, our teams have shown incredible heart through initiatives that reflect our mission to #FirstServeOthers. From fundraising for leukemia research, to volunteering at animal shelters and food banks, the impact has been both personal and powerful. Thanks to the generosity of our FirstService Relief Fund donors, more than 2,600 grants have been made possible. We’re deeply grateful for their support—and we welcome their feedback through a short survey to help us grow and improve. Summer may be winding down, but the spirit of service is going strong—check out what’s still to come!

July 2025 Spotlight

Summer of Service is in full swing, and our teams are discovering countless ways to #FirstServeOthers. In this issue, we share ideas for promoting personal wellness and environmental sustainability throughout the summer. We also commemorate Century Fire Protection’s impressive 25-year history and uncover the story behind their success.

June 2025 Spotlight

We’re kicking off a Summer of Service with lots of ways for you to give back to the community. June is jam-packed with events like Pride Month, Juneteenth, Daylight Hour, Adopt a Shelter Cat, and National Blood Donor Day. Read on to learn how your colleagues are participating in Summer of Service and join us in congratulating the California Closets’ Tampa Team on their recent Social Purpose Award!

May 2025 Spotlight

Discover practical tips for sustainable living and mental well-being, purposeful travel through voluntourism, and safety strategies for active shooter situations. Plus, gear up for a vibrant Summer of Service with plenty of ways to #FirstServeOthers.

March 2025 Spotlight

This month’s issue of Spotlight is a celebration of the incredible impact our teams are making in support of our environment, our communities and each other. Every day our team members embody what it means to #FirstServeOthers by supporting causes and issues that are important to them. We love hearing about what inspires you and invite you to Share Your Story with us!

January 2025 Spotlight

In 2025, we’re doubling down on our commitment to #FirstServeOthers and invite you to join us. Check out our new testimonial video to see how serving others has impacted your colleagues’ lives. Be inspired by a story of how one small act can spark a wave of kindness, learn how to support mental health for military and veterans, and find out how you can assist California wildfire victims.

December 2024 Spotlight

In our final Spotlight issue of 2024, we’re celebrating the top vote-getters from our PawsFirst Pet Photo Contest, supporting animal rescue efforts across North America. You’ll also find highlights from recent Social Purpose initiatives at FirstService Residential and Paul Davis, along with meaningful ways you and your family can support those facing homelessness, food insecurity, or emotional challenges this holiday season.

November 2024 Spotlight

Welcome to the November 2024 issue of Spotlight. This month’s Spotlight is all about making a positive impact! Discover how to honor U.S. and Canadian veterans, support your local library, and join the fun with our second PawsFirst Pet Photo Contest. Learn how the FirstService Relief Fund recently helped hurricane victims, and don’t miss Planned [...]

September 2024 Spotlight

Our teams embraced our mission to #FirstServeOthers with an action-packed Summer of Service. In this issue we celebrate some of the incredible causes our team members supported and provide ideas of ways you can keep the momentum going into fall and beyond.