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40 years of changing lives at Baker: Spotlight on Matt
Matt had been out of the workforce for quite some time, managing health and family matters. He wanted to get back to work, but worried about having the flexibility and support needed for a successful transition. A local pastor recommended Baker Industries. “Baker is different form any place I can think of,” says Matt.…
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Register NOW for the Baker Gala Silent Auction! You do not need to attend to participate.
Click this link to Register for our Silent Auction. Be sure to keep the text you receive as this directs you to your auction page! There will be a lot of great items including Trips, Dining, Events and more! This supports our biggest fundraiser of the year! Thank you for supporting Baker. https://bakerindustries.home.qtego.net/
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40 years of having great support at Baker: Spotlight on Karen Cruickshank
Karen Cruickshank’s involvement with Baker Industries began over 20 years ago when she met neighbors Charlie and Weezie Baker. Karen and her husband Jim became regular volunteers and supporters of Baker. A dedicated member of the community, Karen served for eight years as an elected member of the Tredyffrin/Easttown School Board and served two years…
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40 years of changing lives at Baker: Spotlight on Charles
Charles knows the importance of family. After moving out of a York, PA recovery house in December of 2019, Charles spent time living with his sister in Chester county while seeking an apartment and a job. Having struggled with recovery and health issues for many years, Charles had no recent work history or regular address.…
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40 years of changing lives at Baker: Spotlight on Chris
December of 2020 was a busy time for Baker Industries. With the holidays approaching, our clients were looking to finish up sizable orders and get them shipped out as soon as possible. Chris joined us at our Malvern location through a recommendation from his probation office and had an immediate impact on production. He quickly…
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40 years of changing lives at Baker: Spotlight on Taminko
Taminko came to Baker Industries this May after learning about our workforce development program through her roommate, a fellow returning citizen. Taminko quickly showed herself to be a force of strength, positivity, and dedication. She fell in love with how “Baker helps the underdogs.” In Taminko’s words, “Baker is giving me a second…
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40 years of great partnerships at Baker: Spotlight on CTDI
How long have you been involved with Baker Industries? CTDI has been involved with Baker Industries since 2010. Baker Industries performs box assembly work for CTDI supporting our Set-Top Box, Mobile Consumer Electronics, and Network Services Divisions. This work is critical to our distribution business and allows CTDI to provide material to our customers in…
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Baker Industries and our Donors were focused on providing a safe work place during Covid
Baker Industries’ Pandemic Relief Efforts For the working poor, the early days of the pandemic were terrifying as our facilities were shuttered indefinitely and weekly wages were not guaranteed. Thanks to the generous and timely donations of the following donors, we were able to provide for our workers, financially and emotionally, through weekly pay, pharmacy…
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40 years of great partners: Spotlight on Stockwell Elastomerics
Bill Stockwell is Chairman of Stockwell Elastomerics, a 102-year-old Philadelphia-based manufacturer of custom components for manufacturing and technology companies. Bill and his team partner with Baker Industries as a customer, donor, and employer. On Hiring “In the past, we made attempts to hire returning citizens without using an organization such as Baker. Many attempts…
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40 years of working with the Arts at Baker: Spotlight on the Wilma Theater
Lee Ann Etzold Portable Studio Program Director, Wilma Theater How long have you been involved with Baker Industries? We are entering our fourth year in partnership creating performance with Baker Industries! How did you learn about Baker? I first heard about Baker Industries when I learned they were interested in coordinating a group trip…
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