Buyers Products partnered with a local nonprofit organization, Business Volunteers Unlimited, in support of the 34th Annual Homeless Stand Down event, held in April at the Cleveland Public Auditorium.
As a gold sponsor of the event, Buyers Products delivered resources and relief to nearly 900 individuals experiencing homelessness in the Greater Cleveland area. The Homeless Stand Down offers critical support services including hot meals, personal care items, haircuts, medical services, and more — all delivered with dignity and compassion.
According to recent reports, homelessness in the U.S. rose by 18-percent last year. In Cuyahoga County alone, more than 5,000 people experienced homelessness in 2024. The Homeless Stand Down represents a coordinated effort to meet both immediate and long-term needs, from cancer screenings to legal assistance.
“Our local communities have been instrumental in Buyers Products’ success,” says Gwen Blagg, director of human resources. “We don’t just believe in giving back — we take measurable steps to do so. Partnering with BVU allows us to bring real, tangible support to hundreds of individuals facing homelessness, right here in our own backyard.”