SANTA ANA, CA, September 12, 2011 – The HON Company, a leading designer and manufacturer of workplace furniture, together with Yorba Linda-based Office Solutions, one of the largest independent and sustainable office suppliers in the country, announced the donation of a fully furnished conference room to Santa Ana nonprofit The Wooden Floor.
The donation, valued at $18,352, included a conference table and chairs and supported both companies' ongoing efforts to give back to the communities they serve.
A Meaningful Contribution to The Wooden Floor
The HON Company and Office Solutions joined efforts to provide The Wooden Floor with a complete conference room, helping the organization maintain a welcoming and functional environment for its operations.
The donation included:
- Conference table
- Conference room chairs
The $18,352 furniture donation was intended to enhance The Wooden Floor's facilities while helping the organization maintain responsible financial stewardship.
Supporting Youth Through Education and the Arts
The Wooden Floor works to empower low-income youth from diverse backgrounds by helping them develop self-esteem, self-discipline, and a sense of accomplishment through dance, academic, and family programs.
The contribution from The HON Company and Office Solutions helped the organization preserve its campus environment while continuing to focus resources on its mission.
Total value of the conference room furniture donated in September 2011.
Low-income youth served each year by The Wooden Floor, as reported in 2011.
Reported enrollment among graduates of The Wooden Floor since 2005, as stated in the announcement.
A Message From The Wooden Floor
When we built our campus in 1999, our Founder Beth Burns and the Board of Directors created a delicate balance of a lovely environment for the students we serve coupled with sound fiscal stewardship practices.
We are grateful to The HON Company and Office Solutions for their generous gift, which adds to the beauty our campus while aiding us in our vigilant effort to responsibly maintain our bottom line.
About The Wooden Floor
The Wooden Floor, based in Santa Ana, is an after-school organization established in 1983 that, according to the 2011 announcement, provided hope and opportunity to 375 low-income youth annually.
Dance education and performance are central to its mission, helping young people change how they view themselves and aspire beyond the cycle of poverty.
Through rigorous dance training, creativity, and self-knowledge, students develop confidence, leadership, teamwork, well-being, and joy.
Programs That Create Lasting Opportunities
The Wooden Floor combines dance education with academic support and family services to help students overcome barriers and prepare for their futures.
Dance Education and Performance
Dance training and creative expression help students develop confidence, self-discipline, leadership, teamwork, and personal well-being.
Academic and College Preparation
Academic programs, pre-collegiate mentoring, and college scholarships support students in succeeding at school and preparing for higher education.
Family Services and Support
Counseling, crisis intervention, and social service referrals help families navigate challenges and overcome hardships.
Free Year-Round Programs
Community support allows The Wooden Floor to offer its programs free of charge, with the long-term goal of creating generational change and breaking the cycle of poverty.
Since 2005, 100% of graduates from The Wooden Floor had enrolled in college, according to the September 2011 announcement, a result described as three times the national average for their peers.
For more information about the organization, visit TheWoodenFloor.org .
About The HON Company
The HON Company is a leading designer and manufacturer of workplace furniture, including chairs, storage solutions, panel systems, tables, and desks.
Inspired by practicality and a commitment to understanding customer needs, HON strives to build meaningful connections through reliable product solutions and customer support.
Its customer-focused culture emphasizes approachable, confident, knowledgeable, and responsive service.
Headquartered in Muscatine, Iowa, The HON Company operates manufacturing facilities strategically located throughout the United States and markets its products through a nationwide network of dealers and retailers.
Visit HON.comAbout Office Solutions
Office Solutions, the largest independent commercial office supplier in Southern California, services national corporate accounts throughout the United States with next-day service, along with offering advanced procurement systems.
The company was continually recognized in the Orange County Business Journal as one of the top 25 Orange County women-owned businesses, as well as among the top Orange County minority-owned businesses.
Office Solutions has also been acknowledged for encouraging employees to share their time and resources with local charities, including:
Office Solutions continues to strive for a spirit of creativity and teamwork, along with a commitment to exceptional customer service.
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