A Night of IMPACT: Landscapers come together to raise more than $300,000 for Hurricane Helene Relief in Western North Carolina
Charlotte, NC – On Monday, November 4th, nearly 200 guests from across the United States gathered in Charlotte, NC, for A Night of IMPACT, an event hosted by LOVING and industry friends to support relief efforts for those affected by Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina.
The event coincided with the National Association of Landscape Professionals annual ELEVATE Conference, attracting many attendees from the landscaping industry. Guests enjoyed an evening filled with live music, great food and drinks, and an exciting live auction that far exceeded expectations. The event shattered the original $100,000 goal by raising well over $300,000.
All proceeds from the event, including the auction, are being directed to Samaritan's Purse, ensuring 100% of the funds go directly into the hands of those impacted by Hurricane Helene.
“This event showcased the power of our industry and the spirit of generosity,” said Mike Haynes, CEO of LOVING. “To see everyone come together and make such a significant impact is truly inspiring.”
The event was a collaborative effort with significant assistance coming from Yardnique CEO Brian Dumont, and Enviroscapes CEO Todd Pugh, with generous support from a wide range of sponsors, including:
D.R. Horton Homes
Landcare
Mike & Rebecca Bogan
Toro
CPS Services
CCG Advisors
Juniper Landscaping
Yardnique
Enviroscapes
Kress
AriensCo
McHutchison
Andark Graphics & Apparel
CBRE Commercial Real Estate & Investments
AE Global
Ewing Outdoor Supply
Wilcox Bros. Lawn Sprinklers & Landscape Lighting
LOVING
The GROW! Group
The Joey Logano Foundation
“The atmosphere of the event was incredible, and the spirit of giving was alive and well,” said Todd Pugh. “This was truly a night that I will never forget.”
For more information about the event or to learn how you can support Hurricane Helene relief efforts, contact Marketing@theLOVINGcompanies.com.