Making a Difference
At The Icebox, both corporate philanthropy and social responsibility are woven into the fabric that makes up our company. We believe strongly that you must first give in order to receive, and therefore, we take it very seriously when our customers come to us and ask us to sponsor their "good works."
At the same time, we applaud the shift that is taking place in Corporate America toward responsible capitalism, and the practice of making decisions that not only consider financial factors such as profits, but also consider long-term social and environmental consequences. The Icebox wants to do our part to support this, and that's why we searched our network of suppliers for those that have made a commitment to embrace sustainability. We have pulled together a great selection of organic and eco-friendly products so that you, too, can go green.
After all, we're in this together, connected by Common Threads.
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The Icebox Wins 2010 BBB Torch Award for Community Service
May 2010
In May, The Icebox was awarded the Better Business Bureau of Atlanta's 2010 Torch Award for Community Service. Last year alone, Common Threads raised more than $70,000 for charitable causes. The Icebox is linked to a number of major state and community initiatives and nonprofits. Some of these include the World's Children's Center, Camp Twin Lakes and Bert's Big Adventure - just to name a few.
Additional Information:
Counselor Magazine Article
The MJCCA Harry Maziar Classic
June 21, 2010
The MJCCA Classic is 18 holes of golf, pure fun and excitement to help the MJCCA enhance vital programs such as preschools, sports leagues, summer camps, Alzheimer's daycare services, developmental disabilities programming, and much more. As a friend and mentor to the The Icebox, we are more than pleased to help wherever Harry Maziar is present.
Additional Resources:
MJCCA Annual Golf Tournament Flyer
JDRF Rock the Cure
June 19th, 2010
Held at the Sweetwater Brewery, the 4th JDRF Rock the Cure, put on by the Georgia Chapter JDRF Young Leadership Committee, was a special event to help increase awareness about juvenile diabetes in a fun, lighthearted atmosphere. The Icebox was a proud sponsor of the event branding the event with staff and retail shirts, koozies and sending Ping along for a little fun.
Additional Resources:
Official Rock the Cure Website
JDRF Rock the Cure
Cabbagetown Soccerfest
June 12, 2010
Along with Sweetwater Brewery, Corner Tavern, Whynatte and other Atlanta companies, The Icebox was thrilled at the opportunity to be a part of an event so close to home. Many people, and our resident penguin mascot gathered to watch the USA/England World Cup game on the big screen and have an all around good time. We were happy to provide staff and retail tees and cups in order to help add some "cool" on a hot summer day. Our friends The Atlanta Beat even stopped by to sign autographs and do a skills demo.
Additional Resources:
Official Cabbagetown Soccerfest Website
Cabbagetown Soccerfest Sponsors
Atlanta Int'l Soccerfest
June 12, 2010
Over 15 countries united in one common goal (no pun intended) — to come together and play soccer. Countries from all over the world sponsored by many bi-national Chambers of Commerce, Consulates, the World Trade Center Atlanta, and community organizations played and watched soccer for the day. Wearing tee shirts designed by The Icebox, all teams played well and Ping even got a workout courtesy of Team Kenya.
Additional Resources:
Official Atlanta International Soccerfest Website
Art on the Beltline
Every Saturday in June, 2010 (5/12/19/26)
In a continuing effort to provide nearly 8 miles of trail to off-road bicyclists and pedestrians, Art on the Beltline allows select artists to showcase their work in a unique and interesting way. The Beltline, which runs right next to The Icebox, is an integral part of our community's geography, and we are here to support it's preservation and construction.
Additional Resources:
Official Art on Beltline Website
Camp Twin Lakes: Camp Dance
May 8, 2010
Hosted by the Camp Twin Lakes Junior Board, Camp Dance invites you "step back into your childhood and relive the fun and magic." Featuring live music, dancing, interactive camp games and camp-related food and beverages, it was a great way for The Icebox and all attendees to "remember the good 'ol days."
Additional Resources:
Camp Twin Lakes Event Calendar
Camp Twin Lakes Photo Gallery
Big-To-Do at the Zoo
April 25, 2010
The 19th Annual Big-To-Do, hosted by Visiting Nurse | Hospice Atlanta at Zoo Atlanta benefitted the Children's Program of VN|HA. All proceeds from The Big-To-Do go toward the comprehensive medical, emotional and spiritual care of Visiting Nurse | Hospice Atlanta's pediatric patients and their loved ones. The Icebox designed tee shirts not only separated the staff from the rest of the pack, but helped amplify the event. As a sponsor, Icebox was thrilled to provide support to the people and families in need of medical care.
Additional Resources:
Visiting Nurse | Hospice Atlanta's Big-To-Do at Zoo Atlanta
The Big-To-Do | Visiting Nurse
Photo Album - The Big-To-Do | Visiting Nurse
Inman Park Festival
April 24, 2010
During the last full weekend in April each year, Inman Park proudly presents a neighborhood festival widely regarded as Atlanta's most spirited and eclectic. As a 3 year "Friend of the Festival" and part of the Inman Park Community, The Icebox strives to contribute positively on our surrounding environment.
Additional Resources:
Official Inman Park Festival Website
Friends of Inman Park Festival 2010
ALF Circus of Flavor
April 21, 2010
Bringing over 25 of Atlanta's top chefs together, the American Liver Foundation's Circus of Flavor was an exciting way to bring food and fun together. The ALF strives to promote education for the prevention, treatment and cure of liver disease.We were glad to help brand the event by donating many "cool" souvenir coffee mugs for all attendees and participants.
Additional Resources:
Official Circus of Flavor Website
Chick-fil-A World Games
April 17, 2010
The World Games, a youth, teen and adult dodgeball and soccer tournament, is held to benefit the World Children's Center and Schools for Niger, two outreach programs dedicated to the safety and well-being of children. Clad in our Ping Dodgeball tee shirts, The Icebox played an excellent round of dodgeball and was pleased to sponsor an event for a great cause.
Additional Resources:
Official Chick-fil-A World Games Website
World Children's Center Website
The Link - Leading Innovatively Niger to the Kingdom
Atlanta Food Hunger Walk
March 14, 2010
The Icebox was proud to raise awareness for the Atlanta Community Food Bank and five other non-profits in their efforts to benefit hunger relief programs. The Atlanta Community Food Bank currently distributes 2 million pounds of food and donated groceries each month. With more than 10,000 participants walking and running through downtown Atlanta, this year's Hunger Walk raised a record breaking $500,000.
Additional Resources:
Official Hunger Walk Website
26th Annual Atlanta Hunger Walk courtesy of AJC
