Building Together: Iglar Asset Management’s Len at Hope Laugh Play
Their slogan: “Building Hope, One Brick at a Time”
On October 24th, Len visited the Arthur Blank Children’s Hospital to volunteer with Hope Laugh Play.
Hope Laugh Play, Inc. (HLP) is an amazing charity that hosts onsite LEGO Build Events at hospitals, camps, and schools for children facing illnesses, disabilities, or other life challenges. This organization proudly serves approximately 1,000 children in Charlotte and Atlanta each year and continues to grow with community support.
Through these events, children get a much-needed break and a chance to have fun with LEGOs. With the assistance of volunteers and staff, they choose a LEGO set and build it during the event. Volunteers, like us, play alongside the children, helping them with the building process.
Afterward, each child takes their new LEGO set home to enjoy and rebuild as often as they like. Why LEGOs? They are chosen for their unique ability to inspire creativity and imagination across all ages, genders, cultures, and interests, bringing joy even in tough times.
Hope Laugh Play, Inc. (HLP) exemplifies efficient use of funds, allocating 85% of their funding directly to community events while keeping operating expenses below 15%. With a typical cost of around $600 for each hospital event, they make a significant impact. When most active, HLP ran two hospital events per month and supported summer camps for children with cancer or MS, managing an annual budget of around $20,000 for the Georgia area.
Having the privilege of volunteering at this meaningful event, Len is deeply moved by the experience and the impact it had on the children’s lives. This event truly touched Len's heart, and he finds himself regularly praying for the families and the kids he met.
Events like these remind us of the importance of charitable giving and volunteering. Through Raymond James' donor-advised funds, we can support causes that are close to our hearts. Len encourages our clients to consider making financial contributions to a charity of their choice, and to take it a step further by volunteering their time. There’s immense joy in bringing happiness to children in need, even if just for a few hours.
If you're interested in getting involved with Hope Laugh Play, there are various ways to contribute, including volunteering, donating, or sponsoring their events. You can find more information about these opportunities on their website: Hope Laugh Play.
Additionally, you can explore Raymond James' Donor Advised Fund to donate to your preferred charity through our platform: Raymond James Charitable.
*Raymond James is not affiliated with any of the organizations mentioned above.
