International. Mission 500 recently hosted a service trip in Ponce, Puerto Rico, where security industry volunteers worked on repairing the homes of two families still suffering from the effects of Hurricane Maria in October 2017.
Hurricane Maria caused $92 billion in damage, leaving millions of families without daily needs. Volunteers spent several days repairing roofs, cladding and plumbing; installing new windows; and the removal of trees capable of causing additional damage to the affected structures. In addition, Mission500 volunteers purchased food, supplies, and toys for the children.
"Our team of Mission500 volunteers, including several of our children, not only improved the living conditions of these two families, they also helped restore their sense of dignity with a little happiness and hope for a better future," said Alan Forman, President of Altronix Corporation.
"The trip to Ponce, Puerto Rico, was Mission500's third service trip, which aims to help families in need, whether they are in the United States or abroad," said George Fletcher, Mission500 Advisory Board Member. "By providing assistance to people in crisis, Mission 500 continues to bring together the growing community of security industry professionals looking to give back and make a difference."
This year's service trip to Ponce, Puerto Rico, took place oct. 31 through Nov. 4 and raised $12,000, which was used to provide two families with an extensive home renovation.
Mission 500 extends a big thank you to the people who donated their time, financial support and gifts to ensure the success of this journey, as well as to corporate sponsors including: Aiphone, Altronix Corporation, Axis Communications, BRINKS Home Security, ESA, Hikvision USA, Milestone Systems and Synetics Global.
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