At Gene B. Glick Company, we are committed to strengthening the communities we call home. As part of our corporate social responsibility (CSR), we encourage our team to give back through our paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) program. Our “VTO with Heart” series highlights Glick team members and their VTO experiences.

We recently connected with Angela Fohl, Associate Property Manager, to learn more about her VTO experience in the Historic Town of Metamora, Indiana. This year’s unprecedented flooding caused severe damage to many of this close-knit community’s small businesses, and Angela felt compelled to help.

Read more as Angela reflects in this edition of VTO with Heart.

Why did you choose this specific volunteer experience or cause for your VTO?

“My dear friend’s parents own Mr. Ed’s Antiques & Candy Shoppe, a small business in Metamora. Their shop was flooded by about four feet of water. Seeing how the damage affected the people I know and care about made me want to do something to help.”

Tell us more about your volunteer experience.

"I helped distribute supplies, like brooms, mops, cleaning products, and other essential items. Many people were overwhelmed, frustrated, and emotionally exhausted by what had happened, so I offered people a chance to talk, to help them feel less alone.”

How does volunteering impact your life?

“It gives me a sense of purpose, reminds me to be grateful, and strengthens my connection to the community.”

Describe what Glick’s VTO means to you.

"Glick’s VTO means much more to me than simply having time away from work. It gives me a chance to help people when they need it most.”

If you are a Glick team member and want to use your VTO to give back to your community, submit your VTO request via Paylocity. To inspire others, we encourage all team members to log their volunteer time and impact on Selflessly.