Ritedose Expands Commitment to Service with 1,000 Hours of Purpose Initiative
- Ritedose deepens its commitment to the Midlands by dedicating 1,000 hours of employee time to local nonprofits addressing basic human needs.
- "1,000 Hours of Purpose" builds on a long-standing Ritedose tradition of giving back to communities across South Carolina.
COLUMBIA, S.C., March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ritedose Corporation (Ritedose) announces a groundbreaking new volunteer program: 1,000 Hours of Purpose.
"1,000 Hours of Purpose" is a year-long initiative that provides Ritedose employees with the opportunity to dedicate their time, skills and resources to support meaningful causes across the Midlands. Under this new program, Ritedose is collaborating with United Way of the Midlands and donating 1,000 hours of employee time to support various local organizations that are addressing basic human needs like hunger and housing.
According to United Way, between 15% and 20% of households within the Midlands region live below the poverty level. In Richland County, a further 35% fall below the "ALICE" threshold (ALICE is an acronym for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed—households earning more than the Federal Poverty Level, but less than the basic cost of living for the county), meaning that nearly half of the local population may struggle to make ends meet.
Ritedose employees will receive monthly opportunities for a full day of volunteering with designated local organizations such as Homeless No More, which supports people who are temporarily unhoused; Home Works of America, which provides home repair services to low-income homeowners; Palmetto Place, a safe shelter for homeless youth in South Carolina; and Transitions, which helps move previously unhoused people into new homes.
"Serving the community is deeply engrained in our culture. It's a core value and natural part of who we are," said Janisha Thomas, Chief Human Resource Officer at Ritedose. "Through the 1000 Hours of Purpose initiative, we are able to expand our agency partnerships and have an even greater impact in the community. In doing so, we not only serve others, but create opportunities for our employees to bond while supporting worthy causes."
While 1,000 Hours of Purpose is a new volunteer initiative, it continues a long tradition of Ritedose community involvement. The organization expects to again participate in the American Heart Association's Annual Field Day in April; support United Way of the Midlands'"Ready Set Supply" drive in July; and serve with the Salvation Army's Holiday Warehouse in December. Over the past several years, Ritedose has additionally worked with SC Thrive, Epworth Children's Home, Ronald McDonald House, Harvest Hope Food Bank, Dispensary of Hope and more.
"When we step up, invest in the communities we call home, and make service part of the culture, we see ripples of impact far greater than we can imagine," Thomas added. "We truly experience—as we say at Ritedose—a career full of growth and a life full of impact."
For more information about "1,000 Hours of Purpose" or to arrange an interview, utilize the contact information below.
About Ritedose
Ritedose is the largest CDMO in the United States specializing in sterile Blow-Fill-Seal (BFS) production of unit dose solutions for the ophthalmic and respiratory markets. Ritedose Pharmaceuticals provides uninterrupted patient access to quality medications every day. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, the Company partners with leading pharmaceutical companies to deliver safe, effective, and reliable medications that improve patient outcomes. For more information about Ritedose and its services, visit: www.Ritedose.com
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