Community Involvement

 

Making a Difference Where We Operate

Garlock strives to be the Employer of Choice in the communities in which it operates. This comes from the belief that we are called to “Think globally and act locally.” This philosophy drives us to not only deliver excellence in the industry, but also to make a meaningful, lasting difference in the places we call home. 

Garlock is always looking for ways to reinvest in its people and local community, and acts as a good steward of the air, water, land, and other natural resources that surround its operations. Beyond our walls, we engage with and contribute to our local communities through volunteerism, charitable giving, and partnerships that strengthen community well-being.

Keep Gardner Beautiful

Each spring, the Garlock Flexibles team in Gardner, MA comes together to help keep Gardner beautiful as part of the Keep Massachusetts Beautiful initiative. This nonprofit organization is dedicated to the simple idea that “beauty matters.” A landscape littered with trash is anything but beautiful and this group seeks to take action by volunteer involvement to improve communities.

You can learn more about the Gardner chapter and the great work they're doing to keep their community beautiful by visiting their page here. 

 

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Walking for a Cause

The Gardner, MA team joins the fight against cancer by participating in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. Joined together as the Garlock Footprints team, employees, families, and friends come together to walk, honor survivors, remembered loved ones, and raise vital funds for cancer research and patient support. 

Our involvement in Relay for Life reflects our commitment to walking alongside our community, not just in miles, but in support, hope, and determination. 

Holiday Spirit of Giving

Our employees truly embody the spirit of giving by organizing ways to support our local communities in Gardner, MA and Reno, NV. Through our valued partnerships with the Salvation Army and Gardner CAC, we are able to help make the holiday season brighter for many. 

We are thankful for the generosity, compassion, and dedication of our team, and for the opportunity to make a positive impact in the communities we call home. 

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People Presents
Women Presents
Tree and Presents
Giftand Bags

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Grateful Hearts and Helping Hands

Our Gardner, MA team has a cherished tradition of coming together to make a meaningful impact in our community by fostering the spirit of gratitude and generosity each Thanksgiving with the local Turkey Drive donation.

Most recently, they were able to help 40 families in need enjoy a bountiful holiday meal!

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Thanksgiving Truck
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Charity

In addition to sponsoring youth hockey and other local school events, Garlock supports United Way and Relay for Life.

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Garlock is locally recognized for saving the local high school prom during COVID when fund raising was not allowed.

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Garlock launched programs in the local Technical High School and secondary Technical School to train young printers for entry level positions.