February 13, 2024 // Franchising.com // MADISON, N.J. - Today, Century 21 Real Estate LLC announced that in 2023 the Century 21® System raised more than $3 million for Easterseals. This includes the more than $60,000 raised during the brand’s first-ever International Week of Giving in July 2023. The Century 21 network’s independent franchisees and affiliated sales professionals have collaborated to raise $138.5 million since this philanthropic partnership began in 1979.
“For the Century 21 Brand, giving back to the communities our system members serve every day has always been an integral part of who we are as a brand and our 45-year-long commitment to Easterseals is a true testament to that,” said Greg Sexton, COO of Century 21 Real Estate LLC who this past year was appointed to the Easterseals National Board of Directors. “I am so proud of the relentless efforts of Century 21 affiliated brokers and agents across the country as they not only raise money but drive awareness for the important work of this remarkable organization. I’m excited to continue working even more closely with Kendra Davenport and the entire leadership team as we continue to elevate this relationship and truly make an impact for this community.”
“Easterseals’ relationship with the Century 21 Brand is unique and powerful,” said Kendra E. Davenport, President and CEO, Easterseals. “Century 21 System members are truly dedicated to Easterseals and our mission. We are fortunate to benefit from their integrity and commitment. Century 21 affiliated brokers and agents across North America are helping Easterseals lead the way to full equity, inclusion, and access through life-changing disability and community services. We are thrilled to have Greg Sexton join our National Board of Directors and I look forward to building upon our 45-year relationship.”
In 2023, for the tenth consecutive year, the top two Easterseals fundraisers from the Century 21 System were:
This is the 27th straight year that Century 21 Town & Country has held the top spot among brokerages for fundraising efforts to benefit Easterseals.
This year, 13 of the Top 21 Century 21® System fundraisers are Canadian firms, led by Century 21 Foothills Real Estate in Alberta. The “Top 21” North American Fundraisers for Easterseals in 2023 were:
A reception recognizing the achievement of the “Top 21” offices will be held on March 4th during the brand’s 2024 global conference, the One21® Experience, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The Century 21 brand is looking forward to hosting its second annual International Week of Giving, July 24 -28, 2024, during which it will showcase philanthropic activities and fundraising efforts conducted by its global network of affiliates supporting communities across the country and around the world.
SOURCE The Century 21
Century 21 Real Estate LLC is a subsidiary of Realogy Holdings Corp., a real estate franchise and provider of real estate brokerage, relocation and settlement services.