ATLANTA — Atlanta-based Arrow Exterminators has made donations to a variety of small businesses to help rebuild Ferguson, Mo.
“I was very moved by what occurred in Ferguson after the rioting. Seeing those small local businesses get burned to the ground, looted, or vandalized broke my heart. What moved me the most was how the small business owners let the spirit of entrepreneurialism and self-reliance move them and they picked up within hours and started to rebuild their businesses. We donated to 4 local businesses through gofundme.com,” said Emily Thomas Kendrick, president and chief executive officer.
“Arrow is a company that has been built with an entrepreneurial spirit and a lot of hard work. We felt moved to help these folks get back on their feet.” Kendrick added.
Arrow’s commitment is also reflected in one of its eight core values: Community – the compay give back to and is an integral part of the communities it serves.The beneficiaries of Arrow’s donation include:
1) Natalie's Cakes and More: Natalie’s store was burned to the ground.
2) Ferguson Market: A family-owned business that was horribly vandalized. Their entire inventory was either trashed or stolen.
3) Juanita's Ferguson Boutique/Fashion R: In business for 28 years, Juanita’s shop was burned to the ground. She is already busy trying to get inventory replaced and open online while she rebuilds her store.
4) Cathy's Kitchen and J&C BBQ Repairs. Co-owners of two businesses, Cathy and Jerome Jenkins suffered more than 26 broken windows and significant exterior damage.