At Verdantas, our people are the heart of everything we do. Through "Together Verdantas" , we celebrate the volunteerism, philanthropy, and community engagement efforts of our team members, showcasing how purpose-driven professionals create meaningful impact both within our industry and across the communities we serve. This series is a testament to our people-first values and our commitment to building a better tomorrow, together.

Musikfest 2025 | Bethlehem, PA

Musikfest in Bethlehem, PA, is the largest free music festival in the U.S., featuring over 500 performances across 15 free stages during its 10-day run. Alongside music, the festival hosts hundreds of foods, artisans, and retail vendors.  

At the heart of it all are the volunteers. This year, a team from Verdantas, along with family and friends, joined in to help serve beer to festivalgoers. As one volunteer put it, “It’s so much fun because everyone is happy!”  

Verdantas Volunteers: Michael Gula, Jon Wood, Linda Van Winkle, Ryan Harting, Vicky Reed  

Transportation Academy – Women in Transportation | Irvine, CA   

Verdantas proudly supported the WTS-OC 2025 Transportation Academy, a two-week immersive program introducing college and graduate students to careers in transportation through seminars, tours, and networking across Orange and Los Angeles Counties. This year’s cohort included 24 students from 7 universities, with backgrounds in civil engineering and urban planning. Verdantas’ impact was driven by the volunteer leadership of Meredith Church, Chair of WTS-OC Student Outreach, and Tracy Roberts, committee member, who helped shape the experience and inspire future industry professionals.  

Verdantas Volunteers: Meredith Church & Tracy Roberts 

Duck Race Fundraiser for Why Me & Sherry’s House  | Holden, MA 

This year’s Flow Labs Annual Picnic and Charity Duck Race raised over $1,000 in support of Why Me & Sherry’s House, a Worcester-based nonprofit dedicated to helping Central New England families cope with childhood cancer.  

Founded in 1985 by 13-year-old Sherry Shepherd during her own courageous battle with cancer, Why Me, short for Worcester Help for Youth, Memories Everlasting, was Sherry’s vision for a lasting legacy of support and compassion.  

As part of the festivities, employees could sponsor a duck for $10, with all proceeds going directly to Why Me. The duck race created fun, friendly competition, and a shared sense of purpose at the picnic, bringing the Flow Labs community together around a cause that offers hope and healing to families when they need it most.  

Verdantas Volunteers: Flow Labs Office & Surrounding Local Offices  

Beach Plum Island Cleanup | Lewes, DE 

After Hurricane Erin passed along the East Coast, the Lewes, Delaware office mobilized for a beach cleanup at Beach Plum Island near Cape Henlopen. Volunteers collected multiple loads of trash and even enjoyed some catch-and-release fishing—flounder, bluefish, and sand sharks.  

The Lewes team also serves as the self-appointed horseshoe crab rescue squad, flipping stranded crabs and guiding them back to the water. These efforts help protect a vital food source for migratory birds.  

Verdantas Volunteers: Steve Cahill & Lewes, DE Office Staff  

Rolands Drive Against Cancer | Holden, MA 

In late August, Andy Johansson and colleagues from Verdantas Flow Labs participated in the 4th annual Roland’s Drive Against Cancer Memorial Golf Tournament, an event that holds deep personal meaning for Andy. The cause is close to his heart: four years ago, Andy lost a close friend to Glioblastoma, and Ned Taft, former president of Alden, also passed away from the same disease.   

Verdantas Volunteers: Andy Johansson & Verdantas Flow Labs Staff  

Westbrook Youth and Family Services Charity Night | Middletown, CT  

On July 29th, a group of volunteers from our Middletown, CT office came together to support Westbrook Youth & Family Services through a meaningful charity project. Thanks to a generous paint donation from True Value Hardware’s “Painting a Brighter Future” program, the team helped refresh the organization’s space, giving it a vibrant new look.   

The transformation was incredible, and the energy from our volunteers made the experience even better. The project was completed in no time, with plenty of laughs and teamwork along the way.  

Verdantas Volunteers: Jessi Kneier & Middletown, CT Office Staff  

Webelos Boy Scouts Alden Campus Tours | Holden, MA 

For 24 years, Brian O'Coin has welcomed the Webelos Cub Scout group to the Alden Campus, sparking curiosity and inspiring the next generation through hands-on experiments and real-world demonstrations.   

What began as a simple tour has grown into a cherished tradition, one that’s helped shape futures. Some of those young scouts are now Verdantas' colleagues, drawn to careers in science and engineering by the spark Brian helped ignite.   

Verdantas Volunteer: Brian O’Coin 

Virtual Blood Drive on National Blood Donation Day | Various Locations 

In recognition of National Blood Donation Day on June 14th, Verdantas staff participated in a Virtual Blood Drive throughout the month of June.  

Donating blood is a simple act with a powerful impact, just one donation can save up to three lives. Whether it was a first-time experience or part of a regular routine, every contribution helped support patients in need and ensure blood was available during critical times.   

Thank you to everyone who took part and helped make a difference! Every drop counts.  

Verdantas Volunteers:  Verdantas Volunteers: Sarah Bleach (Pictured) & Verdantas Team Members Nationwide  

These stories reflect the true spirit of Verdantas: a collective of changemakers driven by purpose, compassion, and a commitment to making an impact beyond the workplace. Through “Together Verdantas,” we reaffirm that our legacy is built not just on what we achieve, but on how we support each other and our communities. Together, we are shaping a future defined by service, connection, and hope.