In the Community
We know that we are an integral part of the communities where we live and work. It all goes back to our values of integrity and putting people first. It’s just part of our culture. Most of the programs began because an employee brought a cause to our attention and we all united to make a difference. Today, we routinely volunteer time, money and talents to a number of charitable organizations.
Here are some of the programs and events we are proud to participate in:
Adopt an Angel Program
Each December, we look into our hearts to spread the spirit of Christmas to an "Angel" in need. This program, which is coordinated through the Salvation Army, has been sponsored by our team for over a decade. We help children and seniors in need by purchasing items on their “wish list” so that they can receive the items during Christmas. Since we started the program we have adopted hundreds of Angels.
American Cancer Society Relay for Life
For the past three years we have participated in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life®. Relay For Life® is a time to remember those who have lost the fight against cancer and celebrate those who have survived. It is a night for people who have shared the same experience to comfort and console one another. Relay gives you the power to help accelerate progress toward a future where cancer doesn't take the lives of our friends and family.
Florida Blood Services - The Gift of Life at Work
For over six years, we’ve participated in blood donation drives through the Florida Blood Services. Every two months, a Bloodmobile from the Florida Blood Services comes to our corporate offices for blood donation. Florida Blood Services has been the life blood of Tampa Bay for over 60 years. Each blood donation can save the life of up to three patients.
“For the past several years PES employees have literally given of themselves to the community. Every two months Florida Blood Services brings one of their buses to our parking lot for employees to donate the “Gift of Life”. As a group we have proudly donated several gallons of blood to those in need in our community.”
-Jen Smart, Blood Drive Coordinator
Support Our Troops Project
To show our appreciation and support for our troops around the world, we send boxes of needed items to our troops serving overseas.
"I believe it is important that we have the opportunity of sending necessities that are unavailable to our men and women who are risking their lives to guarantee us a free and safe country. I knew that the company and its employees would step up to the plate for this project and I am very proud to be part of it."
-Kathy O'Connell, Claims Representative
Sponsorships & Donations
- Samoset Elementary & Manatee Young Professionals MYPals Luncheon - 2009
- Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association Membership Luncheon - 2009
- Forks and Corks, Sarasota Food and Wine Festival Sponsor - 2008
- Gulf Coast Latin Chamber - Annual Gala Sponsor - 2008
- Palm Beach Hispanic Chamber - Triunfo Scholarship Sponsor - 2009, 2008
- Tampa Bay Builders Association - New Members Luncheon Sponsor - 2008
- Greater Brandon Foundation Golf Charity Golf Classic - 2009, 2008
- Easter Seals Southwest Florida - Silver Sponsor 11th Annual Golf Tournament
- St. Jude Church / Hispanic American Center - Diamante Sponsor 2006, Oro 2005
- John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art - UNGALA GALA Premier Patron
- University of South Florida - Brunch on the Bay Stampede Donor
- Alpert Jewish Family & Children's Service - No Excuse for Abuse Friend Sponsor
- Cardinal Mooney High School
- Riverview High School Band Program
- Junior League Sarasota
- Take Stock in Children Manatee County