WESTON, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Postal Center International (PCI), a leader in integrated mail, print, and marketing solutions, announced significant community contributions through its PCI Powerhouse Fund. On December 9th and 10th, PCI held presentations at its national headquarters in Florida, awarding grants to various nonprofits focused on youth wellness, education, and hunger relief.
“This generous donation from PCI comes at a crucial time and will significantly aid us in addressing holiday season food shortages in and around Franklin”Post this
“Through the PCI Powerhouse Fund, established since 2022, we are privileged to support organizations that profoundly impact the lives of individuals and families,” stated Ismael Diaz, President & CEO of PCI. “Our company’s achievements are measured not only in business milestones but also in the positive change we foster in every community we serve. These grants are a testament to our commitment to act as a catalyst for good.”
On the first day of donations, Firewall Centersand the Franklin Food Pantry were the highlighted recipients. Firewall Centers, known for its dedication to enhancing the lives of underserved students through educational and mentorship programs, received praise from its CEO, Andy Fernandez. “PCI’s support enables us to expand our mission of cultivating servant leaders among our students,” Fernandez noted.
Tina Powderly, the Executive Director of the Franklin Food Pantry, echoed this sentiment. “This generous donation from PCI comes at a crucial time and will significantly aid us in addressing holiday season food shortages in and around Franklin,” said Powderly. “It’s a meaningful endorsement of our efforts, especially since it comes recommended by PCI’s own team of volunteers.”
Continuing the spirit of giving on December 10th, PCI supported Mobile School Pantry Inc. South Florida, Chosen Care, Inc., and Purpose Academy (OneHope). Mobile School Pantry’s founder, Zeina Zein-Wolland, highlighted the critical support PCI’s donation provides to their operations, which deliver essential food supplies directly to schools and families in need.
Chosen Care, Inc. also expressed gratitude. Jenni Lord, CEO, shared, “PCI’s funding is instrumental in launching our Displacing Shame curriculum, aiding children and families affected by trauma within the child welfare system. This gift reflects a shared vision of healing and community support.”
Purpose Academy (OneHope), a middle school focused on providing a nurturing educational environment, benefits from PCI’s donation in enhancing academic programs. Superintendent David F. Salvatelli emphasized, “This contribution from PCI significantly boosts our resources, allowing us to further our mission of fostering educational success and long-term community impact.”
Arturo Echarte, Co-founder of PCI, along with his wife Susan, commented on the vision behind the PCI Powerhouse Fund. “We established this fund as a bridge to a brighter future, enhancing our ongoing commitment to community support,” Echarte said. “It’s about more than just funding; it’s about inspiring and participating in transformative efforts that have a lasting impact.”
The fund has previously supported entities like The National Kidney Foundation in Florida and The San Antonio Food Bank in Texas, marking its ongoing legacy of community involvement.
Ismael Diaz concluded, “We invite other businesses to join us in this journey of impactful philanthropy. Together, we can leverage our collective success to make a significant difference in society.”
For more information about PCI and its community initiatives, visit www.pcibrands.com.
About Postal Center International (PCI)
Postal Center International (PCI) was founded in 1984 and is a leading mail, print, fulfillment, signs, and marketing solutions partner. Under the leadership of President & CEO Ismael Diaz since 2006, PCI has become renowned as one of the nation’s fastest-growing postal and mail processing organizations and among the largest state-of-the-art transactional printers. The company’s family of brands employs more than 600 associates, with annual sales of over $500 million, at its locations in the Southeast, Southwest, Northeast, and Midwest regions, with a footprint totaling 562K square feet. PCI delivers exceptional mail, print, signs, fulfillment, promotional, packaging, and marketing solutions for enterprise clients in banking, financial, healthcare, insurance, hospitality, and government nationwide. PCI is a HIPAA-compliant Certified Minority Owned Diverse Supplier at the state and national levels. It holds multiple security, sustainability, and quality certifications, including HITRUST CSF®, TruSight, FDR, PCI DSS, SOC 2 (Type 2), FSC, SFI, PEFC, and G7.
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Contacts
Paula Mescolin
Director of Marketing and Communications
Postal Center International
Email: paulam@surfpci.com
Phone: 800-430-7241 | Ext: 2091
Cell: 754-215-8201
Brian Bonitto
Communications Specialist
Postal Center International
Email: brianb@surfpci.com
Phone: 800-403-7241
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