Community Engagement
Community Engagement Mission
EquipmentShare's mission is to actively Build Better Communities. Our founders are committed to actively participating in the growth and enhancement of the communities we consider home. We actively engage with and support these communities through:
- Supporting organizations and initiatives that address the evolving needs of the local community.
- At the discretion of the local General Manager or Corporate Community Engagement Committee.
Examples of areas in which we have previously provided support include:
- Support for veterans - primarily though our Telehero program
- Support for local schools - primarily through our Back to School buckets campaign
The EquipmentShare Committee only considers 501(c)3 requests.
EquipmentShare retains the discretion to decline any donations.
EquipmentShare refrains from contributing to religious or politically motivated organizations
Showing up in our Communities
Teleheroes
Since 2022 EquipmentShare has launched a “Telehero” in markets around the country every quarter. A Telehero is a telehandler selected by our fleet team, 10% of the annual proceeds from the machine are donated to a local veteran organization. In 2023 EquipmentShare donated $23,500 to local veteran organizations.
Back to School Buckets
Our teams across the country donate school supplies and backpacks to make sure all students kick off the school year with everything they need. Branches around the country donated $23, 809 in backpacks and school supplies in their local communities. Read about our efforts in 2023 here.
Buckets of Joy
Our teams nationwide collect canned foods and coats to donate to local shelters during the holiday season. $44,365 in coats and canned goods were donated to local communities. Read about our past efforts here.
Giving Back Week
During National Volunteer Week EquipmentShare employees take time to get into their communities and volunteer for at least 2 hours. In 2023 182 hours were volunteered in the Columbia, MO community with 20 organizations impacted. Pictured below are our volunteers who helped put 575 kits that were donated to 15 local organizations in partnership with Heart of Missouri United Way and Love Columbia.
