A 501(c)3 Charitable Organization
Box 1808, Gibsonton, FL 33534-1808, US
a 501(c)3 charitable organization
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Aires Buildings gives back to the community
In the Spring of 2023, Gibsonton was graced with the arrival of a new business, Aries Buildings, a provider of mobile offices and modular classrooms to industries across the US and Canada. On the very first day that Aries began moving inventory to their Nundy Avenue site, the East Regional Operations Manager, Thomas Sullivan, reached out to the surrounding neighbors and began building positive relationships.
For long time resident, Richard Cackling, Founder of Gardenland Mission, a local animal sanctuary, a new business occupying this particular location presented a possible threat to the vulnerable wildlife and wetlands which lay hidden in the center of that acreage. Richard, an advocate for environmental protection, was well-known among local businesses as a passionate “watchdog” who keeps the phone numbers for EPC and FWC on speed dial.
Having heard the sound of machinery and with total apprehension, Richard walked through the community garden and onto the wetland to investigate. Richard was anticipating a negative response as he approached a person on a small front end loader. However, to Richard’s amazement, Thomas immediately stopped his equipment, greeted Richard by name, and extended his hand, welcoming Richard onto the property. Knowing of Richard’s community involvement, Thomas assured Richard that neither he nor Aries had any intentions of changing this unique environment. As the caretaker of the acreage for decades, Richard toured Thomas though the wooded areas and advised him about the fragile ecosystem and ancient history of the land. As an environmentalist himself, Thomas recognized and appreciated the importance of this parcel.
In the months that followed, it has become evident that Aries, under Thomas Sullivan’s leadership, is an invaluable business partner in the community. Aries has hired resident talent, engaged neighboring small businesses, and stimulated the local economy. Aries embraces a caring organizational culture which nurtures employee empowerment and exhibits positive company values of integrity, accountability, and trust.
Additionally, Aries has a nationwide reputation for remarkable corporate social responsibility. From providing shelter for disaster victims to supporting youth programs that build tomorrow’s leaders, Aries is heralded for its philanthropic efforts. Aries in Gibsonton has followed suit and donated a mobile office to Gardenland Mission which has ignited a new spark in Richard’s efforts to rescue and shelter local animals in need.
Gibsonton Dream Project
Gardenland Mission strives to protect a wetland ecosystem that supports migrating species and local wildlife. This vital land also has a rich history of Native American inhabitacy. The small property of about 7 acres provides sanctuary for owls, eagles, hawks, falcon, sandhill cranes, white ibis, woodpeckers, tufted titmouse, cardinals, purple martins as well as several species of pollinators, turtles, fox, and many other critters.
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Community Relations
During the pandemic in 2020, Gardenland Mission donated 120 face masks to Hillsborough County Sheriff's Deputies in an effort to keep our first responders safe.
Please help us care for the cats
Your support and contributions help Gardenland Mission to achieve our goals to care for the abandoned and feral cats in our community. In addition to TNR and other veterinarian fees, every month we use 500 pounds of dry cat food, 450 cans of wet cat food, 300 pounds of litter, 50 rolls of paper towels, 50 pounds of newspaper, and endless amounts of flea treatments, and medicines. We provide the love and care, but we need your help to cover these necessary expenses.