Local Charities

We build more than houses, we build communities... that's why Toll Brothers and its employees contribute to causes that are important to the neighborhoods where our homeowners live.

Lee County Special Olympics, Bowling Competition

On September 30, 2006, Florida West Division & Bonita-Estero Board of Realtor Members volunteered for the Bowling Competition in the Lee County Special Olympics. Volunteers from the Bonita-Estero Association of Realtors joined our Toll Brothers volunteer team, assisting athletes on the lanes for Special Olympics District competition. Over 400 Special Olympics athletes from five counties participated in the competition. Toll Brothers volunteers included Carol Mumford, Jim Manners, Theresa Malloy, Kevin Brown, Lyn Bacon, Jim Van Pelt, Nadine Chiaramonte, Brock Fanning, Penny Winn, Jennifer Kidd, Brooke Bourn, Michelle DeSousa, Lynlee Dusek, Shawn Kelly, and Christo Van Niekerk.

All Saints Community Service and Development Corporation's Jubilee Center

The Toll Brothers City Living Division built and donated a basketball court and playground valued at $45,000 to the All Saints Jubilee Center, a local parish and community service center located on the west side of Hoboken, New Jersey. This project was led by project manager John McCullough and construction manager Brendan Walsh, and was completed on September 14, 2006. The goal for the basketball court and playground was to provide a safe haven for children in the community, as well as educational and recreational activities and programs. It was supported by Hoboken Councilman Chris Campos and Hoboken Mayor David Roberts, as well as the Hoboken City Council.

Red Cross of Lee County, Disaster Services

Beth Greer, Escrow Assistant with the Florida West Division – Westminster Title, has been actively involved with Red Cross Disaster Services in Lee County, Florida since August of 2006. The program provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. Beth is training for the following volunteer functions: Disaster Action Team – responds to disasters, such as house fires; Shelter Manager –sets up and runs shelters when necessary; Disaster Assessment Team –goes out after a disaster and does an address-by-address assessment of the damage. Beth trains about once a week to be able to perform the tasks listed above in emergency situations such as hurricanes or fires.

Americorps (Domestic Peace Corps) – Habitat for Humanity of Lee County

Beth Greer, Escrow Assistant with the Florida West Division – Westminster Title, joined Habitat for Humanity of Lee County and donated her time to building houses over a one-year period from August of 2005 through July of 2006. Beth moved from Denver, Colorado for this program, which was headquartered in North Fort Myers, Florida. During the year, Beth put in 1,700 hours of volunteer service. Additionally, her group started their own community service project, which was done with the Lee County Library System. Beth was involved with the construction work, and her group was responsible for leading and supervising all volunteers on their site. They learned everything from digging trenches for plumbing rough-ins to roofing. They learned every aspect of building a basic home, including plumbing, electric, and HVAC. They also had the opportunity to learn about permitting and inspections.

Ann Arbor Arts Program Wine Festival

Toll Brothers purchased ad space to support the arts in Michigan.

Boys and Girls Club

Funds were collected for this organization by employees in our Colorado division.

Builders Care

Florida Division employee Tray Parker is an active member of this non-profit organization of the Northeast Florida Builders Association. He is also on its scholarship board.

Capuchin Soup Kitchen

Michigan division employees raised funds for this charity.

The Christmas Project

Florida division employee Thelma Curd coordinated and shopped for this project. Co-workers donated five large boxes of warm clothes, toiletries, and shoes, and provided Christmas dinner for area families. They also donated five large boxes of food to an elderly couple in need.

Chicago Cares

Toll Brothers volunteers signed on for this annual event, offering their time to paint a school on the south side of Chicago.

Dress for Success

To help battered women make a new beginning in the workplace, Lorri Weldy of the Michigan division organized a collection of women's business clothing.

Educational Field Trips

At Trotters Point in South Lyon, Michigan, Toll Brothers offered local students an education in the field of building and construction management, and also detailed the elements of building a new home.

First Step – Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault

Employees in the Michigan division collected approximately $3,000 for the holidays for local families. The money went toward clothes, personal items, toys, and gift cards. They also sponsored a table at this organization's fundraising event.

Future Venture

Sean Turner, a Project Manager at The Estates of Churchill Hunt in Illinois, is working with the former mayor of Gurnee to assist in providing labor and materials for a future Memorial Park waterfall, to be dedicated to the troops in Iraq.

Golden Gate Elementary

Employees of Toll Brothers' Naples Lakes Country Club community in Florida donated 8 VCRs that were needed for science and reading classes.

Great Oaks Village Children's Home

Florida employees donated money for gifts to ensure that children would have a happy holiday.

Historic Barn Restoration

After a fire destroyed a historic barn in Northville Township, Michigan, Toll Brothers restored the barn to pristine condition. Toll Brothers also donated the barn to the township, and managed the donation of labor and materials for both the barn and farmhouse restoration.

Holiday Food Drive for Morton Grove Pantry and Chicago Public schools

In 2005, food was donated to these worthy organizations for local distribution.

Holiday Toy Drive for Shriner's Hospital and Chicago Public Schools (2004)

In 2004, Toll Brothers employees donated toys and food for the annual holiday party to benefit the Shriners and Chicago Public Schools.

Howard County Grassroots Crisis Center

Employees in Howard County, Maryland, collected non-perishable foods and toiletry items for this organization

Hurricane Katrina Collection

The Michigan division collected clothing and other items for employees who had families affected by the hurricane in New Orleans.

JARC

Michigan employees raised money for this nonprofit, nonsectarian agency to enable people with disabilities to live dignified lives in the community.

Jean Friday

Employees in the Michigan office who want to wear jeans on Fridays donate $3 each week to a fund that benefits a variety of charities, including the Red Cross, Toys for Tots, Special Olympics, Habitat for Humanity, and the American Cancer Society.

John Poe Golf Outing for Ronald McDonald House

In 2005, this annual event raised $14,000 for the local Ronald McDonald house. Since its inception, this golf outing has raised more than $54,000.

Kids House of Seminole, Inc.

Florida employees in Florida raised money for playground equipment to benefit victims of child abuse.

Loudoun Summer Music Fest

In 2004 and 2005, Toll Brothers hosted this concert event on eight Sundays in the summer at undeveloped commercial property at Belmont Country Club in Loudoun County, Virginia. ESE contributed their expertise by helping the Foundation obtain a use permit from Loudoun County. Proceeds benefited the nonprofit Loudoun Foundation.

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation

Funds were collected by employees in our Colorado division.

Annual Marvin / Weddington School Golf Classic

In 2004 and 2005, employees hosted or contributed to this fundraiser in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Mission of Love Charities

Employees in the Southern Maryland division hosted a catered fundraiser, and Toll Brothers donated several rooms of model home furniture in 2004. Employees in the Southern Maryland division donated $2,500 to Mission of Love Charities in 2005.

Montgomery County Toy Drive

In Montgomery County, Maryland, Toll Brothers employees collected over 100 toys. The toys benefited The Children's Inn at the National Institutes of Health.

New Hope Center Grief Support

Michigan division employees raised funds for this organization.

North End Youth Improvement Council

Michigan employees contributed money to this organization's "Adopt a Child Xmas Program."

North Oakland Headwaters Land Conservancy

Preservation-minded employees contributed to this organization.

Papanicolaou Corps for Cancer Research, in support of the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

Toll Brothers hosted an elegant fundraiser at the newly opened Grande Clubhouse at Mizner Country Club in Boca Raton, Florida. More than $80,000 was raised for this important cause.

Preserving History with a Barn Raising

An historic barn was disassembled, stored, and then transported to Frying Pan Park in Fairfax County, Virginia, where it was reassembled and restored in its new home. Employees donated their time and expertise to this important project to save a piece of local history.

Raising the Roof for Nine Families in Need

Toll Brothers partnered with Habitat for Humanity to provide townhomes for 56 Northern Virginia residents. A volunteer construction crew was assembled to provide and install roof trusses and sheathing for the townhomes. As many as 250 volunteers donated their time and expertise to this project.

R.O.P.E.

Toll Brothers employees helped to renovate homes in Elgin, Illinois, for Resident Officer Police Enforcement. The R.O.P.E. organization assists challenging or crime-prone areas in establishing a live-in police presence to help a community become a safer place for its citizens.

San Diego County Community Park

Toll Brothers contributed more than $40,000 toward the construction of the park, which was completed in early 2006.

Santa Margarita Pop Warner Football

Toll Brothers employees Mike Kemp and Perry Develin created a plan for a concession stand for the team and assisted in helping get the building approved. Employees volunteered their time, and Toll Brothers donated materials.

Tesoro High School

Toll Brothers employees Steve Quesada, Armando Alcala, and George Alcala of our Oak View community in Florida framed a storage room for the school's athletic department. It took a few hours of the men's time, and was greatly appreciated by the school district.

Toy Drive for Boys & Girls Club of Harford County

Employees collected more than 50 toys for the holidays to donate to children in the Baltimore / Harford County area.

Toys for Tots

Every single year, employees from Corporate headquarters and virtually every Toll Brothers community collect new toys for local kids, in the hopes of providing a happy holiday for all.

Triathlon Charity Event

Homeowners and Toll Brothers employees will host this event at the Island Lake of Novi clubhouse in the summer of 2006. The goal is to raise funds for local charities.

Victim of Fire Fundraiser

When a much-loved employee in the Michigan division lost her home to a fire a few days before Christmas, co-workers in the division and in Toll Landscape pitched in to replace clothing, Christmas gifts, and essentials.

Villa Lago Outreach

Cheered on by Toll Brothers employee Steve Miller, California division employees, subcontractors and consultants teamed up to assist the victim of a carjacking. Required school equipment and cash were raised for this young student, who lost equipment that was required for her Court Reporter studies during the crime.

Fundraisers by divisions or groups:

Brier Creek Country Club Community Hosts Numerous Charity Events

American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund Golf Tournament (2001)
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and Winter Coat Campaign: Residents and employees donated coats and money for WRAL-TV 5's "Coat's for the Children" campaign. Approximately 100 winter coats were donated in 2001.
Habitat for Humanity: Brier Creek employees donated their time and skills to construct several homes in the Raleigh, NC area in 2001.
Dalmatian Dash 8K Road Race: Employees participated in this annual event, which benefits the North Carolina Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony to benefit INTERACT: Brier Creek Country Club residents and employees donated items and money to this local shelter for female victims of domestic violence. Thousands of dollars worth of personal necessities were collected in 2002.
Habitat for Humanity: Employees donated their time and skills to build homes in the Raleigh area in 2002.
The Jimmy V Celebrity Junior Golf Classic: Brier Creek Country Club sponsored this event, which raises money for the V Foundation, a charitable organization that focuses on pediatric cancer research. They raised over $100,000 in 2003.
Golf Tournament: Employees raised $18,000 to benefit Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Chef's Auction & Iron Chef Competition: Employees raised $75,000 for the March of Dimes.
Golf Tournament & Masquerade Party: Employees raised $30,000 for the Tammy Lynn Foundation for Developmental Disabilities.
Ladies Golf Association Rally for a Cure Golf Tournament & Party: Employees raised over $20,000 for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
Veteran's Day Shoot-Out: This fundraiser benefited the USO and the American Red Cross.
Home Owners Association Golf Tournament: This event raised $18,000 for Habitat for Humanity.
WHIN Golf Tournament: Employees raised $25,000 for the Wake County Homeless organization.
Clear Channel Broadcast Golf Tournament: This event raised $13,500 for breast cancer research.
Tory Holt Foundation Golf Tournament: This event raised money for families dealing with cancer.

Mountain View Country Club

Hosted the Southern California PGA Junior Tournament
Donated the golf course for the event

Frenchman's Reserve

Toys for Tots collection
The Club donated a golf foursome to: American Heart Association, the American Cancer Society, and other local charities

Belmont Country Club

Contributed sheet music to the Belmont Ridge Middle School ($235).
Hosted the Arthritis Foundation Kick-Off event where the room rental fee was waived ($1000).
Contributed staffing for the Arthritis Foundation Walk-a-Thon ($800).
Contributed one complimentary foursome, valued at $460, to:
- AIA Northern Virginia
- Lombardi Cancer Center
- Children's Hospital
- United Way
- Washington Building Congress
- Grevey Foundation
- Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce
- Lupus Foundation of Greater Washington
- The Good Samaritan Foundation
- INOVA Health Systems

Mizner Country Club

Hosted the Papanicoulaou Corps Golf Tournament for Cancer Research, which raised $64,000.
Participated in the Boca Raton Community Hospital Foundation, which raised $180,000.
Hosted the The Haven Golf Tournament, which raised $15,000 for a local organization.
Hosted a golf tournament for the Lupus Foundation, which raised $10,000.
Hosted the Valencia Shores Pap Corps event, which raised $8,000.
Hosted the AVDA, or Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, ladies' card party, which raised $1,000.
Hosted the Caridad Center Gala, which raised $60,000.

Hampton Hall

Hosted the American Red Cross Hurricane Charley Relief Effort Tournament, which raised $21,210 in 2004.
Hosted the American Red Cross Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort Tournament, which raised $42,880 in 2005.
Participated in the 2005 Hilton Head Open, which benefited the Humane Society.
Participated in the American Heart Society Heart Walk in 2006 for the first time.
The Club also supports local charities in the form of golf round donations with no financial contribution.

Dominion Valley Country Club:

Hosted a Rally for a Cure Golf Tournament in October 2005, which raised approximately $600. This event was run by the Women's Golf Association.
Hosted the Arnie's Army Prostate Cancer Tournament, which raised approximately $300. This event was run by the Club's Golf Shop.
Acted as a donation drop-off center for the American Red Cross Hurricane Relief Effort. The Club did not accept monetary donations, but instead collected items such as: first aid supplies, personal hygiene products, etc. The Club donated all of the marketing materials necessary to get the word out about this effort (i.e. statement stuffers, fliers, etc.).

Brier Creek Country Club:

Participated in and hosted the March of Dimes WalkAmerica, which raised $11,000 for the March of Dimes.
Participated in and hosted the Dalmatian Dash 5K Run for the Fallen Firefighters' Foundation, which raised $3,000.
Hosted a Golf Tournament for the MS Society, which raised $18,000.
Participated in and hosted the Chef's Auction and Iron Chef Competition, which raised $75,000 for the March of Dimes.
Hosted a Golf Tournament & Masquerade Party for the Tammy Lynn Foundation for Developmental Disabilities, which raised $30,000.
Hosted the Ladies' Golf Association Rally for the Cure Golf Tournament and Party for the Susan G. Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer Research, which raised $20,200.
Hosted a Veteran's Day Shoot-Out for the USO and the American Red Cross, which raised $25,000.
Hosted the Home Owners Association Golf Tournament, which raised $18,000 for Habitat for Humanity.
Hosted the WHIN Golf Tournament, which raised $25,000 for the Wake County Homeless Organization.
Hosted the Clear Channel Broadcast Golf Tournament, which raised $13,500 for Breast Cancer Research.
Hosted the Jimmy V Jr. Golf Tournament, which raised $80,000 for Pediatric Cancer Research.
Tory Holt Foundation Golf Tournament raised money for the Tory Holt Foundation benefiting families experiencing cancer.

Hampton Hall Country Club Has A Charitable Spirit

Barbershoppers Annual Spring Concert: Hampton Hall was the community sponsor for this three-day show, which featured a quartet of senior area performers. Proceeds went to Hilton Head-Bluffton Senior Performing Arts, and $500 was raised.
Bluffton Historical Preservation Golf Classic: Hampton Hall was the signature sponsor of this event, and hosted the golf tournament and the reception that followed. Proceeds benefited preservation and restoration of historic Bluffton landmarks, including the renowned Heyward House. Toll Brothers employees volunteered, and $3,000 was raised.
Bluffton Elementary Teachers: Hampton Hall donated hundreds of outdated community folders for use by teachers for grades 1-5. The folders were used for assignments and artwork portfolios.
Bluffton High School Booster Club: Hampton Hall purchased ads in the yearbook and in other school programs. The proceeds help to fund athletic and extracurricular programs.
Bluffton-Okatie Rotary Club: Hampton Hall sponsored four horses in this mock spectator event, which raised $500. Proceeds benefit Rotary Club community outreach programs.
Buckwalter 5K Twilight Run: Hampton Hall was the Gold sponsor for this annual neighborhood event. Proceeds went to local parks, recreation, and environmental support groups. Employees donated their time, and $1,000 was raised for the various causes.
Celebrity Golf tournament: Hampton Hall was the Silver sponsor of the 25th anniversary tournament, which incorporated prominent golf communities in the Hilton Head–Bluffton area. Proceeds benefited area children's programs, such as The Island Rec Center sports and after-school programs. The event raised $4,000, and Toll Brothers employees donated their time.
Hilton Head Orchestra: Hampton Hall shared sponsorship in the Orchestra Masters Series and select shows in "Performances by the Sea." At least $2,500 was raised for ongoing programs presented by the Hampton Hall Orchestra.
Hilton Head Preparatory School: Hampton Hall was the community sponsor for the 2005/2006 sports program directory. Toll Brothers employees volunteered, and $1,500 was raised for the high school booster club concessions and equipment drives.
Hilton Head Equestrian Exposition: Hampton Hall was a Blue Ribbon sponsor in this inaugural event, which benefited the American Cancer Society and Parkinson's disease support groups.
Hurricane Katrina Concert: Hampton Hall co-sponsored the Storm Aid live concert at Shelter Cove Community Park. Volunteers helped to raise $2,500 to benefit victims of the New Orleans hurricane crisis.
MCI Heritage Golf Tournament: Hampton Hall was a corporate sponsor, hosting the hospitality skybox on the 15th hole during this annual four-day event, including the MCI Client Tournament, which precedes the main tournament. More than $650,000 was raised to benefit Hilton Head-Bluffton schools, libraries, the Coastal Arts Center, Volunteers in Medicine, and various United Way programs. Toll Brothers donated $15,000; employees donated their time.
The Race at Hampton Hall: Hampton Hall was the location (and sponsor for) this 10K Race/5k Kids Fun Run. Hampton Hall employees hosted the awards ceremony that followed. Proceeds benefited the area Boys & Girls Club and the Bluffton Legal Aid Society. Employees volunteered their time and $5,000.

Island Lake of Novi Community Employees Host Variety of Fundraisers

Tsunami Relief: Employees supplied food and hosted an event for Tsunami relief Red Cross Auction. Through donations and an auction, they raised about $5,000 for the Red Cross.
New Hope Grief Support: This event, held at the Estates model home, raised about $7,000. Employees donated their time and food for the event.
RE/MAX Make-A-Wish: Toll Brothers hosted this event for RE/MAX.
Wine Tasting with Catholic Central: Toll Brothers hosted this event in all three model homes and the clubhouse, and paid for the bus to transport people to the models.
Triathlon for Jimmy's Kids: Toll Brothers supplied the location, food, and tents for this event, which raised $1,000.

Southern California Division Has a Heart for Charity

Thanksgiving 2005 Food Drive: Employees donated food for the Orange County Rescue Mission, which was distributed for the holidays and throughout the year.
Thanksgiving 2004 Gift Basket Program: Division and field employees donated Thanksgiving food items that were crafted into baskets for the Orange County Rescue Mission to distribute to residents in need.
Holiday Toy Drive 2004: Division and field employees collected new toys, which were donated to the Orangewood Children's Home.
Red Cross Blood Drive: This all-day event, held in 2004, was organized to help an employee's son in his fight against leukemia. Many stepped forward to give, and the event surpassed the Red Cross' expectations!

South Riding Community Keeps Charity In Mind

Little River Elementary School: A donation was made by Toll Brothers employees for School Planners.
Christmas in April: (2001).
Support of Local Girl Scout Troop: Wreaths were purchased as holiday decorations in 2000 and 2001.
Little River Elementary School: A plot plan table was donated to the school.
South Riding Day Festivities: Several employees donated time to this fundraiser.
South Riding Day Fireworks: Toll Brothers makes an annual donation of $10,000 for fireworks, and employees donate time and money for this event.
Freedom High School: In 2005, $2,777 was donated for the purchase of school planners.
Freedom High School: In 2005, Toll Brothers provided $6,818 for the school's ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Freedom High School Freedom Fest: Toll Brothers donated $7,497.
Freedom High School Courtyards: Toll Brothers managed and arranged for the donation of hard and soft scape for two large courtyards.
Historical Dean-Settle House Restoration: Toll Brothers provided a complete restoration of this historic structure.
Stone Middle School: Used computers, printers, and copiers were donated in 2004.
Annual Coat Drive: Employees have donated coats each year since 2002.
Toys for Tots: Employees have donated new toys each year since 2002.
Thanksgiving Food Drive: Employees have donated food each year since 2002.

New York Metro Division Raises $11,546 for WalkAmerica 2006 on April 20, 2006!

Led by Christopher Badger, members of the New York Metro Division put on their walking shoes, met at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Library in Hyde Park, and raised $11,546 for the March of Dimes! This was the second year the Division participated in the annual walk. The NY Metro Team was the 4th largest contributor to Dutchess & Ulster County walk in 2005; this past year they were the largest contributor. Walk America is the first and best-loved walking event in the nation. As the March of Dimes biggest fundraiser, Walk America supports research and programs to help babies in the local community and across the country get a healthy start. In addition to Christopher, walkers included Lisa Cleary, Lisa Guzman, Jay Santini, Ed Sturm, Debbie Carmalitano, Ethan Bullock, and Marie Rosania.

Florida East Coast Division Walks 6 Miles, Raises $8,400 in WalkAmerica 2006!

On Saturday, April 22, 2006, the Florida East Coast Decision gathered at John Prince Park in Lake Worth to support the March of Dimes. The Division team members, who have been walking for this cause for 5 years, raised $8,400 and earned several awards. The Division was the 7th Top Ten Fundraising Team in South Florida. Wendy Lemenze, the Team Captain, was 5th in the Top Ten Fundraising Walkers, collecting $3,270. And Carolyn Lindgren was 6th in the Top Ten Fundraising Walkers, with $3,174. Other walkers included Brian Clancy, Victoria Campion, Gus Davis, Julie Bechtel, Rut Lopez, Rich Mojica, and Gerri Robbins.

New England Division, Family Members, and Subcontractors Plant Seeds of Peace during 8th Annual Campground Cleanup!

Employees from the New England Division, along with family members and subcontractors, joined forces for the 8th annual Seeds of Peace spring cleanup in Otisfield, Maine. This year the most important project was the new field house. Other projects consisted of cleaning and painting the bunks, replacing toilets, and cleaning up the grounds and beaches.

The volunteers were led by team captains Pat Mallon, Tom Betts, Brandt Wajda, Michael Medeiros, Shawn Chase, Jason Witham, Patty Mallon, Skip Kelleher, and Corinne Kelleher. Employees from several New England sites participated in the day's activities, including Bellingham Estates, Eastside Commons, Enclave at River Farms, Estates at Highland Ridge, Estates at Walpole, Lincoln Reserve, North Attleboro Preserve, Wellesley Estates, Woods at East Greenwich, and the Division office. A total of 100 subcontractors who work for sites in the New England region also attended; they and their families donated their time, tools, and supplies, as well as over 100 raffle prizes. New Life Construction not only attended on Saturday June 3rd, but arrived earlier on Wednesday, May 31 to begin construction on the new field house, then stayed through Tuesday, June 6 to finish the framing of the building. New Life Construction was awarded the annual "Sub of the Year" award.

It is amazing how many participants arrived and the work that they did considering the weather conditions. Throughout the day there was pouring rain and cool weather.

The Seeds of Peace organization works to secure lasting peace in the Middle East and other regions of conflict by equipping the next generation with the tools to make peace. Founded in 1993 by author and journalist John Wallach following the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, Seeds of Peace is recognized as the leading international conflict resolution program for the young people of the Middle East.

Each summer hundreds of teenagers identified as their nation's best and brightest spend a month at Seeds of Peace International Camp in Maine living side by side with people they have been led to hate. The Camp brings together teenagers to develop skills in peace making and co-existence through leadership, dialogue and recreational training in the neutral supportive environment of this camp in Maine.

The Raleigh Division Builds Hope for a Family

The Raleigh Division sponsored the production of one home in the Habitat for Humanity Builder Blitz. During the Builder Blitz, 20 homes were built in Raleigh, and as many as 500 around the country!

With the help of our subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers, our division volunteers built a 1,100 square foot home in 5 days! Three of our senior construction managers, Kenny Wilson, Gary Clegg, and Lee Aversano lead the charge by coordinating the building schedule and managing the entire process.

Habitat for Humanity works to help those who are in need of a helping hand. The home was built for Yvonne Bowers and her three daughters. The commitment that the family made required by Habitat for Humanity is a total of 250 hours of sweat equity into their home or one in a neighboring community. They also have to assume a $75,000 mortgage and must live in the home for five years. Families are only eligible for this opportunity once.

Yvonne works as a team leader at a local Home Depot in order to support her family. The past three years have been especially tough for her family after a fire causing by the dryer left them homeless. She was extremely grateful for this new home and looks forward to starting a new life for her family.

We would like to thank everyone for their time and dedication to this great cause.

Child Haven

Home builder Toll Brothers is working to help the children at Child Haven start their school year off with something special. Through Aug. 31, Toll Brothers will accept donations of new backpacks, school supplies and personal hygiene products at all of its communities in the Las Vegas area as well as Toll Brothers' Design Studio.

"Child Haven creates an atmosphere of home for hundreds of children in need," said Gary Mayo, group president of Toll Brothers Nevada division. "Our goal is to make the first day of school a good memory for these children. With drop-off points throughout the Las Vegas Valley, we will make a difference in their lives."

Established in 1962, Child Haven is the Clark County-run shelter for abused, neglected or abandoned children. With residents as young as 3 days old up to 17 years old, Child Haven serves more than 5,000 children a year, with an average daily population of 100 children.

GSA Thrift Shop

It's good news to hear that the Good Shepherd Alliance has found a new home for its thrift store and administrative operations. The GSA will be consolidating its administrative offices, currently located in Leesburg, with its thrift store, currently located in the Regal shopping center in CountrySide. The GSA recently purchased the property at 20684 Ashburn Road in the historic village of Ashburn, where it will build the Center of Hope. There is an existing property there which will be extensively renovated and the grounds enhanced, with the help of Home Aid Northern Virginia and Toll Brothers.

National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC)

In June of 2007, Dominion Valley Country Club's Ladies Golf Association in Haymarket, Virginia, sponsored their First Annual "Swing for Life" Golf Tournament to benefit the NOCC. The "elimination scramble" event, geared to women of all skill levels, included breakfast, a luncheon following play, tournament prizes, raffle prizes, and a silent auction. Women from as far away as Fredericksburg, Virginia – 77 in all – took part in this joyous day which raised $5000.00 for ovarian cancer awareness and research. Special guest, Jeannie Fryer, NOCC Northern Virginia Chapter President, answered questions and urged us all to "Break the Silence." Kudos and thanks go to the DVCC LGA Board, "Swing for Life" Co-chairs, Barb Nonnemaker and Robbyn Rothman, Golf Professionals Matt Wilson, Ryan Carney, Dave Samorian, Club Management's Jon Patrick and General Manager Maurice Darbyshire.

Bonita-Estero Association of Realtors (B.E.A.R.)

Employees of the Florida West Division and its Communities collected 161 gently used and new books for B.E.A.R. for their Books for Bonita Kids! program. The books were then given to Bonita Springs elementary low-income school children to help them improve their reading skills during the summer months.

Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida

Led by Todd Hanson, employees of The Reserve at Estero Community and Florida West Division sponsored the "Feed A Family – Find Home" food drive to help stock the shelves of the Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida. The Harry Chapin Food Bank was one of the 200+ food banks formed in the early 1980s. The Cooperative's primary mission was to help distribute huge surpluses of cheese held by the federal government. Almost immediately, the Cooperative began recovering other food products through food drives by salvaging perfectly good and safe nutrition from retailers and growers. Throughout the 1980s, the Cooperative grew in size and effectiveness, earning the reputation it deserves today as the number one safety net for the hungry in Southwest Florida. The food was collected from July 8 to July 25, 2007 at two collection sites – one at the Reserve at Estero sales center and one at the newly opened clubhouse. The food drive was supported by residents of the community, regional Toll employees, and prospects. The Reserve offered new home buyers who brought in food a $2,000 credit toward closing costs or options if they signed an agreement within two weeks. Over 120 pounds of canned food, rice, and pasta were collected and delivered to the food bank.

Providing Thanksgiving Day Dinner to Families in Need

The Estates at Princeton Junction, a Toll Brothers Southern NJ Division community, donated $750 towards Trenton's Sacred Heart Church 2007 Food Pantry. The community's selfless contribution played a role in providing 475 families with groceries and turkeys this Thanksgiving.

Café of Life Soup Kitchen, Serving Lunch to the Homeless

On Tuesday, August 6th, our Southwest Florida Toll Team of 12 volunteered at the Bonita Springs Café of Life Soup Kitchen, serving lunch to approximately 90 homeless and migrant workers under the Banyan Tree at the Bonita Springs Community Center. The Café of Life is a strictly volunteer organization that serves lunch five days a week in Bonita Springs. All the food and clothing is donated and those in need expressed their real appreciation for a warm, filling lunch and some groceries to take home to their families. Toll volunteers included Jim Manners, Nate Gore, Jean Sweet, Marie Shaw, Gene Gartlan, Todd Hanson, Bonnie Rasmuson, Ken Thirtyacre, Peggy Ewert, Carol Mumford, Chad Boisselle, Maria Marcial.