In keeping with the tradition of investing in communities, First Preston employees have participated for the last 8 years in the Salvation Army Angel Tree outreach. This year the employees adopted 8 angels that ranged from ages 2 to 82.
The staff rallied around this cause quickly by contributing funds, shopping, and wrapping gifts. Brent Priddy, a 9- year First Preston IT team member led the charge by packaging the gifts to be sent to The Salvation Army for distribution.
When asked why they participate in Angel Tree giving, employees shared a variety of reasons. For Laywanna Taylor, “it’s for the love of children”. Janet Kelly stated that “So many people are hurting. It feels better to give than to receive.” Brent Priddy, remembers that as a child he “never went without” on Christmas. He wants to make sure that every child gets to experience that same joy!
Because many employees contribute, it makes it possible to accumulate extra gifts for additional angels –just in case there is an un-fulfilled need which may have been overlooked. Our employees make sure that no Angel is left behind!
For the 8th straight year, we’re proud to announce that our corporate employees are working to make a difference … one Christmas wish at a time.