A slowdown in orders didn’t result in layoffs at Sewing for Sports in Grangeville. Instead, an unusual thing happened: Employees were brought in to work and then sent out to do community service. Workers volunteered at a variety of organizations as well as for private individuals. Organizations included Hope Pregnancy Center, Evergreen Food Bank, Animal Ark, Northwest Intermountain Manufacturing Association and more.
Even as orders increased, Sewing for Sports continues to allow its employees four hours each week to serve in the community. The company makes padding for various recreation sectors, including for ski lifts, pole vaulting, commercial snow tubing, etc.
The company’s CEO Gunther Williams says “We feel the best way to effect the worldwide economic and social changes that are needed, is to start with our own homes, businesses, churches, and communities.”
