Giving Back

Home & Garden Party raises $1 million for the American Cancer Society

“We found that our Designers really care about their communities, and wanted to make some type of contribution that truly meant something. They were delighted to take part in the company’s Give Hope campaign, which helped raise money to go towards cancer research and awareness,” said Steve Carlile. “We were so happy to reach the $1 million mark so that the American Cancer Society can continue the fight against cancer with all the efforts they do.”

Home & Garden Party raises $1 million for the American Cancer Society

“The $1 million mark was not the only accomplishment we wanted to reach with this campaign; we also were very focused on spreading the word about cancer, especially colon cancer. Our mission was to help create an open dialogue about a subject that may be somewhat uncomfortable for many people to talk about,” said Penny Carlile.

Home & Garden Party created the Give Hope fundraising campaign in 2001 so that its employees, designers, and customers could contribute to the company’s commitment to help fight cancer and assist in various patient support programs and research. Founders Penny and Steve Carlile began the fundraiser by pledging to match the first $50,000 raised by its designers. During hosted, private parties where designers displayed Home & Garden Party products, guests were given the option to add a dollar or more to their orders or to purchase special products with the proceeds to be donated to the American Cancer Society.

The company has always had a strong commitment to participating in charitable initiatives. In fact, the company was named the nation’s leading corporate sponsor in the fight against colon cancer by the American Cancer Society.

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Make-A-Wish Foundation® and Home & Garden Party Partner Up to Make a Difference!

Home & Garden Party is excited about our new partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation®. The Make-A-Wish Foundation® is changing children's lives all across the country. Home & Garden Party Designers are joining forces with the Make-A-Wish Foundation® to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.

Now through June 30, 2009, Home & Garden Party will donate $4 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation® for each Make-A-Wish® Candle sold. H&GP has made a minimum guaranteed commitment of $25,000 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation®. For more information about the Make-A-Wish Foundation® visit www.wish.org.