South Orlando Managers Take the Plunge for the BrightView Landscapes Foundation

What started as a lighthearted suggestion from an Account Manager at BrightView’s South Orlando branch turned into a fun, engaging, and meaningful way to support the BrightView Landscapes Foundation. The branch brought extra energy to their annual spring rodeo by adding a dunk tank, with managers as the main targets, all for a great cause.

In addition to reviewing seasonal safety protocols, renewing certifications, and re-trainings, the team added some creative flair to the day with PPE relay races, a fastest string replacement on a trimmer competition, and the headline event: the dunk tank.

The dunking idea quickly evolved into a fundraiser for the Foundation, BrightView’s internal, employee-driven charity which provides financial support to team members and their families during times of hardship.

“We spent some time talking to the team about the Foundation and how it has helped several of our own through difficult times,” said Craig Huston, South Orlando’s Associate Branch Manager. “You never know what the future holds, and it’s reassuring to know support is there, if needed.”

The event brought together all 150 team members at the branch, who participated in both the educational and entertaining activities. For just $1, participants could take three throws at the dunk tank, aiming to send their managers into the water. Taking the plunge were the Branch Manager, two Account Managers, an Enhancement Manager, two Operations Managers, and Huston himself.

By the end of the day, the team had raised $225 for the Foundation.

“It was amazing to see the excitement and support from our crew,” Huston said. “All the managers were great sports, and the team had a blast cheering each other on, especially when it came time to dunk the managers. It was a fantastic day for a fantastic cause.”