Rumson, NJ (December, 2008)– Resources Real Estate announces that they will be collecting non-perishable goods for the FoodBank of Ocean and Monmouth Counties beginning Jan. 1 at their River Road location as part of their ongoing community outreach program, Sharing Resources.
After learning of the increasing food shortage in the area, Resources owner Carolynn Diakon selected the food bank as one of the real estate agencies many charitable organizations. In lieu of Christmas gifts for her agents and staff members, Diakon made individual, monetary donations in each of their names and announced the food drive to kickoff the agencies 2009 contribution season.
Diakon said, “Because we live in an area of great opportunity and abundance, it has never been more opportune to recognize our good fortunes and reach out a helping hand to those in need.” She added, “Now, more than ever, the current fiscal crisis has awakened people to understand that – even though they might be experiencing some concern – there are always others who have much greater problems than we could ever imagine.”
Resources Real Estate will be collecting boxes of pasta, canned soups, and other nonperishable pantry items until further notice. Donors can drop off Monday through Saturday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Carolynn Ozar - Diakon opened Resources Real Estate, a full service real estate company in 2000. She is totally committed to personally hand picking her agents and training them herself. With 21 years of real estate experience, Carolynn maintains an outstanding reputation of leadership and knowledge for her team of agents.
Resources Real Estate is located at 112 East River Road in Rumson, NJ. For more local real estate info you can call 732-212-0440. You can also hear real estate trends and tips on www.resourcesrealestate.com.