Midwest Groundcovers and Midwest Trading proudly support the green industry and the community by giving back with in-kind donations toward beautification projects.

The Midwest Companies contribute to local communities, social service agencies, Eagle and other Scout groups, schools and non-profit foundations, through plant gifts and donations. Each year, the sister companies receive several letters from Scouts requesting materials for their extensive Eagle service projects.

For over ten years the Midwest companies have supported local social service agencies through donations from the Midwest Charity Committee, a volunteer group composed of both Midwest Groundcovers and Midwest Trading employees. The Committee coordinates internal events to raise money annually for the Hesed House, Hope Haven, Sustainable Sharing, Conley Outreach and Mutual Ground. The Midwest staff participates in fundraising with cash contributions for events such as a spring bulb sale, flower and vegetable sale, luncheons and a year-end raffle. At the end of the year, the companies match the total dollar amount.

Midwest staff also have the opportunity to participate in Day of Service events with Anderson Animal Shelter and Northern Illinois Food Bank.

“Family and community are core values of the Midwest Companies” said Christa Orum-Keller, Midwest Groundcovers Chairman and Owner. “Giving back is one way we can make a difference in the community and our environment,” she added.