Philanthropy: Every Ten Counts
TimeshareU is proud of its philanthropy program called, “Every Ten Counts.” $10 from each and every paid subscription will automatically go to one of the three charities below. Our goal is to help participants find ways to incorporate philanthropy into their success!
ARDA International Foundation (AIF)
www.arda.org/foundation
The AIF was created to fulfill the timeshare industry’s research needs, which include identifying consistent and ongoing benchmarks, expanding research, analyzing technological changes and impacts, and enhancing the public's knowledge of the timeshare industry.
Christel House
www.christelhouse.org
Christel House builds and operates learning centers in impoverished neighborhoods with the goal of creating sustainable social and educational impact. Their holistic approach includes: quality education, nutritious meals, regular healthcare, life skills training, character development and work-study opportunities, as well as empowerment programs for parents and community members. At Christel House, children are taught the importance of caring, sharing and making a difference. As a result, the positive lessons learned by Christel House children are carried home, to impact their families and communities.
Timeshare’s “Women in the Industry” (WIN) program
www.womenintheindustry.org
Women in the Industry (WIN) is a non-profit organization supporting women in their effort to be the best they can be as well as attracting and cultivating women leaders of tomorrow in the vacation industry. The goals of WIN include:
- Providing a forum for women in the vacation industry to unite and leverage best practices
- Providing networking and business training through social and educational events
- Ongoing community and philanthropic activities
- Developing a membership base that is reflective of women across diverse businesses throughout the vacation industry
- Promoting and recognizing women’s achievements in the vacation industry
- Facilitating research in the vacation industry
- Providing scholarship opportunities for women to attain related industry certifications and attend training programs to advance their career path.
- Providing life/ work/ balance support to women in the vacation industry.