Guardian's commitment to the community is demonstrated by the efforts of associates located throughout our network of offices. From the East Coast to the West, our company is helping to change lives for the better. Many of our offices have increased volunteer time and donations each year, while others are reaching out to new non-profit organizations and local charities. Their work has not gone unrecognized. We have received many awards and letters of thanks from charitable foundations and individuals who have been directly affected as a result of their endeavors.

Record Number of Coats Donated During 2008 New York Cares' Coat Drive From December 15, 2008 thru January 5, 2009, Guardian associates in the New York office donated 195 gently-used coats and jackets - nearly double 2007's donations - to benefit New York Cares' lifeline for the city's neediest citizens during the cold winter months. The coats donated will help struggling men, women, and children at homeless shelters, community organizations, centers for battered women, and agencies serving seniors.

Guardian Associates Participate in
2008 New York Cares Day: October 2008
On October 18, New York Home Office associates were among 8,000 other volunteers that helped revitalize more than 100 New York City public schools throughout all five boroughs as part of New York Cares Day 2008. The Guardian volunteers had the opportunity to paint fences, murals and playground games; plant flowers; and help with general cleaning and storage removal in order to provide students with cleaner, safer, and more stimulating learning environments.

New York Associates Make Contributions
to China Earthquake Relief Efforts: June 2008
On May 12, 2008, a 7.9 magnitude earthquake struck Sichuan province in the south-western part of China. Looking to lend some much-needed support, the Guardian Volunteer Committee in our New York Home Office responded to this need and collected voluntary donations to support Mercy Corps' efforts to help those people who were suffering from the quake. After all the donations were tabulated, the true generosity of Guardian associates shined bright, as the Volunteer Committee was pleased to have collected over $6,700.

Wall Street Run and Heart Walk in New York: May 2008 For the fifth consecutive year, Guardian was proud to take part in the American Heart Association's annual Wall Street Run and Heart Walk, a fundraising event designed to help the AHA fight heart disease and stroke.

March for Babies Walk in New York City: April 2008
On April 27, New York Home Office associates participated in the annual March for Babies Walk, a fundraising event which enables the March of Dimes to give every baby a healthy start. The walk began at Lincoln Center and was led by New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning.