Relief for Japan
As you know, northeastern Japan has been devastated by a massive earthquake and tsunami which killed thousands of people, displaced hundreds of thousands more and did unfathomable damage to the region’s infrastructure. Fortunately, we have learned that the employees and families of Medicon and Bard Japan are all safe and accounted for.
The C. R. Bard Foundation has pledged $150,000 for both immediate and long-term recovery needs, and is assessing proposals from several relief organizations. At this time, the Japanese government is not accepting product donations from outside of Japan.
In addition, the C. R. Bard Foundation has established a link on the Matching Gifts Program site specifically for Bard employees in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to contribute directly to the Japan relief efforts coordinated by American Red Cross, AmeriCares, Direct Relief International, Project HOPE and Save the Children.
Our thoughts are with the families and communities affected by this tragedy.
Constructing a Classroom in Reynosa
Bard’s employees in Reynosa, Mexico recently helped construct a computer classroom and restrooms at the Multiple Assistance Center (CAM) in downtown Reynosa. CAM provides care for young people 13 to 25 years of age with disabilities.
Helping Kids with Special Needs
In December, Corporate Healthcare Services (CHS) employees from the Murray Hill office volunteered at The Arc Kohler School in Mountainside, NJ. Employees were split up and dispersed in classes with students ages 3 to 11 years old. The group assisted teachers and therapists in their day to day classroom routine. Activities were centered around physical, occupational, and art therapy. CHS employees donated $290, which was matched by the Bard Foundation for a total of $580 being donated to the Arc of Union County.
