Tech Citizenship

Connolly

While EMD Serono Inc. in Rockland certainly gives out plenty of cash donations as part of its charitable efforts, the company would rather talk about what its employees do in company-backed volunteerism. June was community service month at the company, with employees devoting a day of company-paid time to participate in one of five community outreach initiatives scheduled. Some EMD Serono staff members landscaped at the Magical Moon Foundation in Marshfield, while others cooked meals at the AstraZeneca Hope Lodge Center in Boston, an organization that provides a supportive atmosphere for cancer patients and their families.

Officials say all of that is just part of EMD Serono’s desire to give back to local communities, which it has also done with support for South Shore Habitat for Humanity, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell and the local public schools in Rockland.

“Making a difference in society is part of the culture and purpose of EMD Serono, and we remain committed to making our community a better place to live and work through supporting important initiatives and organizations in need especially during these trying economic times,” said Renee Connolly, vice president, U.S. communications for EMD Serono.

Citizenship Facts

EMD Serono Inc.

Total cash contributions in New England in 2008: $7,091,000

Number of volunteer hours in New England in 2008: 7,572

In-kind contributions of equipment and services in New England in 2008: N/A

Principal recipients of charitable activities in 2008: South Shore Habitat for Humanity, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell, American Cancer Society, National MS Society, Rockland Public Schools, MassBioEd.

Interesting philanthropic activities: More than 200 employees participated in the 150-mile Cape Cod Getaway bike ride and raised more than $160,000 for the National MS Society.

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