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At HRP, philanthropy is woven into our culture. Our mantra—Work hard. Play hard. Give back.—shows up in the way we approach our projects, support our communities, and invest in causes that matter to our employees, clients, and friends.

This September, that commitment continues with two events that have become annual traditions: the 4th Annual Clays 4 Kids in Connecticut and the 6th Annual Clays 4 Cancer in South Carolina. Different causes. Different communities. One shared purpose: bringing people together to make a difference.

"Our Clays events are a testament to HRP's dedication to giving back," says CEO Dan Titus. "It's a day where our company's mantra, Work hard. Play hard. Give back., is brought to life in a powerful way."

The Connecticut office will kick things off on Wednesday, September 9, hosting Clays 4 Kids at East Glastonbury Fish & Game in Marlborough. Clays 4 Kids grew from HRP's commitment to supporting organizations that introduce young people to STEM and help them discover where those interests can lead. The event raises money for programs that provide mentorship, hands-on learning, and educational opportunities for students who may one day pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. It's one more way HRP can support the communities where we live and work while helping organizations that are creating opportunities for the next generation.

“Every year, Clays 4 Kids reminds me how fortunate we are to work with people who care deeply about their communities and help to inspire the next generation of environmental professionals and engineers,” says Principal & Regional Manager Jason Beach. “It’s a chance to spend time outdoors with friends and colleagues, have some fun, and raise money for programs that help young people discover their potential through STEM.”

A few weeks later, on Thursday, September 24, HRP's South Carolina team will host the 6th Annual Clays 4 Cancer at the Clinton House Plantation. What started as an idea after the pandemic has grown into one of HRP's signature philanthropic events, benefiting the American Cancer Society's Men Wear Pink campaign in Upstate South Carolina.

“Coming out of the pandemic, we were kicking around the idea of hosting an annual event that we could build upon each year. Our male staff were routinely participating in October’s Men Wear Pink campaign benefiting the American Cancer Society. With the notion that sporting clay events are the new golf tournament, Clays 4 Cancer was born from the idea that HRP could host an annual event supporting the Men Wear Pink campaign by attracting the participation of companies, individuals, and families from all dimensions of the South Carolina business community,” says Shaun Malin, Regional Manager at HRP.

Every registration, sponsorship, and donation helps support the American Cancer Society's work, from funding breast cancer research to providing patient support and resources for families. Over the past six years, the event has also become a gathering place for people throughout the business community. During lunch, conversations often turn to the people participants are shooting for—the family members, friends, coworkers, and survivors who give the day its purpose.

"The combination of fun and philanthropy and everyone coming together for one cause is just a magical thing," says Shaun.

That sense of purpose carries well beyond these two events. HRP encourages employees to volunteer, support local organizations, and give their time to causes that matter. It's part of the company's culture and one of the reasons events like these continue to grow each year.

"At HRP, we're encouraged to put hours toward philanthropic and community events," says Shaun. "I don't think there are a lot of companies out there that do that."

As HRP prepares for another September of friendly competition and fundraising, we're grateful to every client, sponsor, volunteer, and participant who continues to support Clays 4 Kids and Clays 4 Cancer. We look forward to seeing familiar faces, meeting new ones, and spending another two days doing what HRP has always believed in—working hard, playing hard, and giving back.

Register, sponsor, donate: Clays 4 Kids,Clays 4 Cancer

Clays 4 Cancer 2025 recap video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPmdj2cCPWo

Clays 4 Cancer 2024 recap video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZ3tyOaGQBU

Clays 4 Kids 2024 recap video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnWD_yTXCsA