Robert Half Employees Raise More Than $535,000 During Global Volunteering And Fundraising Event

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Robert Half employees participated in a seven-week volunteering and fundraising initiative, Robert Half Cares, contributing over 5,500 hours and raising more than $535,000 for various nonprofit organizations. Major highlights included the Round the World Challenge, which generated $170,000 for Make-A-Wish International, along with a Suit Drive that accumulated $76,000 for Dress for Success. Employees also contributed $10,000 through diversity initiatives.

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• Raised over $535,000 for nonprofit organizations.
• Engaged 2,400 employees in fundraising for Make-A-Wish International, generating $170,000.
• Volunteered over 1,000 hours in the Suit Drive, raising $76,000 for Dress for Success.

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MENLO PARK, Calif., Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Robert Half employees around the world united to support their communities in a seven-week volunteering and fundraising event titled Robert Half Cares. Employees contributed 5,500 volunteer hours and raised more than $535,000 to benefit nonprofit organizations and causes they care about.

Highlights from the event include:

• Robert Half employees from across the globe came together for the Round the World Challenge to fundraise for Make-A-Wish International. More than 2,400 employees participated in numerous events, raising $170,000 to help fulfill the wishes of children with critical illnesses.
• Robert Half's annual Suit Drive, where employees volunteered more than 1,000 hours and raised $76,000 for Dress for Success and similar organizations.
• Fundraising activities planned by Robert Half's Employee Network Groups supporting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, resulting in $10,000 raised and nearly 700 hours volunteered by more than 150 participants.
• Employees volunteered and raised funds in service of Robert Half nonprofit partners, including Enactus, Junior Achievement, American Red Cross and Boys & Girls Clubs of America — as well as hundreds of other charities.

Watch the video highlighting our efforts.

"We are in the business of helping people and are committed to supporting organizations that improve the quality of life for the communities in which we live and work," said Lynne Smith, senior vice president of global human resources at Robert Half. "While our teams are actively involved in philanthropic efforts year-round, I'm proud of the impact they've made during our Robert Half Cares event."

About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm that connects opportunities at great companies with highly skilled job seekers. Robert Half offers contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions and is the parent company of Protiviti^®, a global consulting firm. Visit roberthalf.com, and download our award-winning mobile app.

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FAQ

How much did Robert Half raise during the Robert Half Cares event?

Robert Half raised over $535,000 during the Robert Half Cares event.

What was the purpose of the Robert Half Cares event?

The Robert Half Cares event aimed to support nonprofit organizations through volunteering and fundraising.

How many volunteer hours were contributed by Robert Half employees?

Employees of Robert Half contributed over 5,500 volunteer hours during the event.

What charities benefited from Robert Half's fundraising efforts?

Charities included Make-A-Wish International and Dress for Success, among many others.

What initiatives did Robert Half's Employee Network Groups support?

Employee Network Groups raised $10,000 and volunteered nearly 700 hours for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.