When UPS Lenexa Night Sort retention Supervisor Judy Menge saw the call out for the need of new, clean, white socks and briefs for City Union Mission, she couldn’t think of a better way for a charitable holiday donation.

“I’ve had a family member who distanced himself from the family for a time and used a facility much like the City Union Mission.   The facility was able to provide him some relief in his time of need”, said Judy.  “The night sort has always been a giving group, and I knew that we could make a difference and help out.”

Through various means they got the word out that the night sort had set a goal to collect 1000 pair of socks and briefs. In one short week, the night sort was able to beat that goal by over 10%. The collective effort of the hub employees and their supervisors collected 744 pairs of socks and 400 briefs for a total of 1144 items. Two employees above all the rest stood out with their charitable efforts. Randy Fink and Jeff Moody both went above a beyond by donating over 50 items each. Jeff said, “There are people out there that really need the help, and I’m glad that I can help out.”

“The enthusiasm collecting these essentials was great” said sort manager Chris Codina.  “The giving was contagious and goes to show you what can be accomplished when people move in the same direction towards a goal. It’s nice to see the employees give back to the community that we serve.”

City Union Mission helps clients beak the cycle of poverty, homelessness and dependence on government assistance by helping people prepare for jobs and manage their money so they can become self sufficient in the future. But this doesn’t happen without assistance from individuals, organizations, and businesses, like Night Sort!

Please, click here to find out how you, your business or organization can get involved.

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