September 29, 2017 | In the News
COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE HELPS TO RAISE FUNDS FOR HURRICANE DISASTER RELIEF SERVICES
WALTHAM, Mass. (September 29, 2017) – Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in New England invites neighbors to join the effort to raise funds for those impacted by Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Harvey by donating to one of two campaigns, the Realogy Disaster Relief Fund (RDRF) and the Realogy Foundation’s Florida Hurricane Fund.
Funds are being collected through the Realogy Charitable Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) public charity supporting the philanthropic and volunteer activities of Realogy Holdings Corp. The Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage charitable arm, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Cares, a chapter of the Realogy Charitable Foundation, has pledged $10,000 to support the RDRF fundraising efforts.
The sole purpose of RDRF, is to provide direct financial assistance to affected employees and sales agents affiliated with a Realogy franchised or company-owned real estate brokerage office (e.g., as a broker, sales agent or employee) including Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. Donations to RDRF are tax-deductible and will be used to help those affected to address some of their emergency financial needs not covered by insurance. Donate to the Realogy Disaster Relief Fund or visit www.events.org/rdrf for more information.
The Realogy Foundation’s Florida Hurricane Fund was organized to support all victims affected by Hurricane Irma. The proceeds of this campaign will benefit the American National Red Cross. Donate to the Florida Hurricane Fund or visit www.events.org/flhurricane for more information.
Realogy has additionally announced a company gift to match the first $75,000 donated to either the company’s new Disaster Relief Fund for employees and affiliated agents, or to its foundation’s Florida Hurricane Fund.
To date, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage affiliated agents and employees, along with Realogy colleagues, have contributed approximately $340,000 to the American Red Cross to support impacted areas in Texas.
“This fundraising effort is a way for us to get involved and lend a helping hand as these communities look to rebuild,” said Merit McIntyre, president of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in New England. “It has been truly inspiring to see so many people come together to support those affected by these natural disasters.”
How to Apply for Assistance from the Realogy Disaster Relief Fund FOR FLORIDA AND HOUSTON AGENTS
- Click here to fill out the application form for disaster assistance. Instructions and eligibility requirements are on the website.
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage is the largest residential real estate brokerage company in New England. With more than 4,000 affiliated real estate agents and staff in approximately 90 office locations, the organization serves consumers in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire and Maine. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage is part of NRT LLC, the nation’s largest residential real estate brokerage company. NRT is the company-owned brokerage operations of Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY). For more information, visit ColdwellBankerHomes.com.