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Caring for our teams communities and environment has long been a part of our company culture.

Supporting our internal teams, local communities, and the environment has been an essential component of our corporate philosophy. In 2018, we formalized this commitment under the title “Social Purpose,” introducing initiatives to communicate our dedication and inspire broader engagement in socially responsible activities.

A shared commitment to team support, community engagement, and sustainable operations unifies our subsidiaries. Our Social Purpose program acknowledges and honors the countless contributions made by our teams, whether through company-sponsored initiatives or individual efforts. We encourage all team members to seek out opportunities that align with their interests and values, advancing important causes through volunteering, awareness initiatives, and fundraising activities.

Our efforts are focused around three primary pillars, Our People, Our Community and Our Environment.

PawsFirst Pet Photo Contest

This year’s PawsFirst Pet Photo Contest brought our North American teams together once again, giving everyone a chance to show off the pets who keep us smiling—and to support local animal rescue groups at the same time. The votes have been tallied, and we are excited to share this year’s top three finishers!

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Every day, our dedicated team members embody our mission to #FirstServeOthers. Join us in raising awareness for causes and organizations you care about by sharing your inspiring Social Purpose story today.

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Our event calendar is a fantastic platform to highlight the events you’re passionate about. Have an upcoming Social Purpose event? Let us help you spread the word

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Our People In Action
ArlynMarie RapeDavco Roofing & Sheet Metal
“I’m glad my company is very active in helping our communities. That speaks measures, and I’m proud to be a part of it.”
Shelly WoodsCalifornia Closets
“Being involved in an organization that helps turn the dreams of home-ownership into reality was truly a remarkable experience.”
Ben Zackheim FirstService Residential
“Witnessing world-class Paralympic athletes in action was truly humbling, inspiring, and motivating ... Volunteering at this event is exactly what Summer of Service is all about.”
Spotlight

Spotlight is our newsletter series 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 by supporting our communities, our people and our environment. We hope you enjoy learning about how our teams are embracing Social Purpose and find inspiration through the stories we share.

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December 2025

This month’s Spotlight celebrates the spirit of giving and community across our organization. From the heartwarming PawsFirst Pet Photo Contest and successful food drives, to new campaigns supporting the FirstService Relief Fund and Hurricane Melissa victims, our teams have made a meaningful impact. As the holiday season brings both joy and challenges, we highlight ways to support those in need and encourage everyone to get involved.

For sports enthusiasts, we also share a special guide to volunteering at sporting

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Relief Fund

No matter who you are, where you live, or what you do, things happen and life changes. We all may find ourselves in need of a little help from time to time, especially after an unforeseen hardship or circumstance.

The FirstService Relief Fund was created to do just that for our people – give them a little help.

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FirstService Residential Tennessee Joins Fight Against Alzheimer’s

The Walk To End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Recently, a team from FirstService Residential in Tennessee participated in the walk, and two team members were recognized as Grand Champions for their fundraising efforts.

United Work and Travel Responds to Hurricane Melissa

In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, the United Work and Travel team (part of The Amenity Collective) and its partners have mobilized to support communities across Jamaica.

Rising to the Challenge: Supporting Families Facing Hardship This Holiday Season

While the holiday season is often associated with warmth and abundance, this year many families are experiencing increased hardship. Escalating costs for essentials and cuts to SNAP benefits have left more households struggling to make ends meet, highlighting a growing need for community support and collective action.

Score Big by Giving Back: A Guide to Volunteering at Sporting Events

If you are a sports enthusiast and are looking for a way to #FirstServeOthers, consider volunteering at a sporting event. Read on for a play by play on how you can get into the game.

Sheltering Hope: A Community Success Story

First Onsite is proud to announce the resounding success of the recent “Sheltering Hope” campaign, launched to support Happy Days Sanctuary—an organization dedicated to providing care and shelter for rescued animals.

Celebrating Our PawsFirst Pet Photo Contest

This year’s PawsFirst Pet Photo Contest attracted a plethora of furry, scaly and feathered friends, all committed to raising awareness and funds for animal rescue groups. Meet our top three vote getters!