Marketing Research Education Foundation MREF

Earlier this year, the insights community raised nearly $13,000 for children devastated by the wildfires in Los Angeles. The MREF will be adding its matching dollars to send a total of $26,000 to the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles! A big thank you to everyone who shared the fundraiser and contributed with a donation! #MRGivesBack #MRX #MREF #insights #LAStrong

When you participate with MREF - through a Vision Trip, a donation or a volunteer day - you're part of something bigger. Together, we’re creating positive change and making a real impact in the lives of children around the world. [Image - Vision Trip: MREF community members traveled to Costa Rica to visit the Hogar Montiel Program, which serves young girls between the ages of 5-12 who have high social risk.] #MakeADifference #CommunityImpact #JoinTheMovement #MREF #MRGivesBack #MRX

During MREF's Month of Service, our community members had the chance to visit a Literacy Hub by Start Lighthouse in the Bronx. This organization is turning abandoned school libraries into thriving spaces for childhood literacy, making a real impact on education. Together, we’re helping bring new life to these spaces and empower students for the future. Learn more at https://champ.ly/vdjRP9FS. #MonthOfService #LiteracyForAll #MREF #MRgivesBack #insights

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MREF volunteers worked side-by-side with 5th-grade students on activities to boost comprehension and critical thinking skills. The joy and energy in the room was a true testament to the power of community involvement in education. This is just one example of how we can all come together to make a real difference. #LiteracyMatters #EducationForAll #MonthOfService #MREF #MRGivesBack

Deadline to donate: Don’t miss out! MREF is raising funds to support children affected by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles. All donations will go to the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles, the beneficiary of our LA Wildfire Relief Fund. To make your impact even greater, all donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $20,000 - helping fund essential relief efforts like extended operating hours, childcare, and supplies for families in need. Donate today before the deadline and double your impact! https://champ.ly/PmFA4Eon #LAWildfireRelief #DonateNow #MREF #MRGivesBack

The 2025 MREF Philanthropic Company of the Year award is given to a marketing research company that leads by example in the giving of time and financial resources in relation to the size of their organization. ? Volunteers – encourages philanthropy, supporting its employees to go above and beyond to make a significant contribution to our world. ? Is philanthropic in its community – displays philanthropic leadership in its community. ? Gives of its resources – financially supports its causes for a lasting impact. You can nominate yourself, your co-worker(s), your company, or your clients so long as they meet the judging criteria for the category. There is no fee to nominate. Nominations will be accepted until Tuesday, May 13. https://lnkd.in/g57XTrKK #MREF #MRGivesBack #insights #MRX #nonprofit

In January, MREF community members rolled up their sleeves to support a nonprofit that’s dedicated to providing free school supplies and resources to children across the country. ???? With a shared vision of ensuring every child has what they need to succeed, our volunteers helped pack supplies that will make a lasting impact on students and teachers alike. Want to get involved and make a difference? Join MREF in giving back! #Volunteer #GivingBack #EducationMatters #MRGivesBack #MREF #Insights

In just three days, lives were transformed. Members of the MREF community took part in a Vision Trip to Costa Rica in January where they completed various projects for the Hogar Montiel Program, which serves young girls between the ages of 5-12 in Costa Rica who have high social risks. Activities included painting all the closets and spending one-on-one time with the girls. “We divided into groups,” said Stephanie Vincent, Harmon Research. “Some volunteers played with the younger girls, others with the older ones, and the rest got to work painting.” When reflecting on the trip Michael Hess, Emporia Research, said, “They are some of the kindest, most loving, and incredibly resilient kids you could ever be so lucky to meet and spend time with.” #MRGivesBack #MREF #insights #Nonprofit #MRX #MonthOfService #Education

The 2025 MREF Everyday Hero award is given to a researcher who is making a difference in or outside of their community but who may not be getting the accolades they deserve. This individual is impacting their world through efforts such as: ? Volunteering at a worthy nonprofit. ? Doing the behind-the-scenes work an organization depends on. ? Leading and encouraging others to give back through volunteering or other efforts. Nominees must be currently employed by an insights or market research firm or work within an insights or market research department of a corporation. Nominations will be accepted until Tuesday, May 13. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g57XTrKK. #MREF #MRGivesBack #Nonprofit #MRX #Insights