By Lucy Lee

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

LOCAL CLEANING COMPANY MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Bellingham, WA – June 30, 2023 – Nonprofit Cleaning for a Reason extends its heartfelt gratitude to Merry Maids of Bellingham for their incredible support and participation in Volunteer Day on June 24. Their dedication and generosity have made a significant impact in the lives of those fighting against cancer.

During this special event, organized by Bay City Supply and Wind Associates, four crew chiefs from Merry Maids of Bellingham—Hallie Beaty, Tanacia Bewley, Paige Murray, and Kyrsten Bovee—joined hands with volunteers to provide free cleaning services to cancer patients in the community.

Danica Steenkamp, Office Manager of Merry Maids of Bellingham, expressed her gratitude and excitement, saying, “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to give back to our community and support cancer patients in their time of need. This initiative allows our team members to actively engage with local volunteers and make a significant impact that truly matters.”

Merry Maids of Bellingham’s commitment to making a difference is truly inspiring for the community, setting an example of compassion and generosity.

“Together, we are working toward creating cleaner and healthier environments for cancer patients, providing much needed support and relief,” expressed Lucy Lee, Operations Manager of Cleaning for a Reason. “We are incredibly grateful for our partnership and the collective impact we can have in the communities we serve.”

To learn more about the Volunteer Day on June 24 and its impact, go to https://cleaningforareason.org/bay-city-supply-and-wind-associates-plan-volunteer-day-to-benefit-cleaning-for-a-reason/

About Merry Maids of Bellingham

Merry Maids of Bellingham is a family-owned franchise cleaning company. Owners Johan and Ansa Steenkamp are passionate about their community and the Merry Maids mission and culture.

“We fell in love with the Pacific Northwest over 12 years ago when we emigrated from South Africa,” Johan Steenkamp said. “My wife Ansa is always looking at opportunities to help and develop people and also likes a clean and tidy house, thus making Merry Maids the perfect combination.”

Merry Maids is the largest residential home cleaning franchise in the world and is known for using state-of-the-art supplies and equipment. As part of the Service Master family—specializing in Commercial, Disaster, and Restoration cleaning—Merry Maids benefits from their best-in-class processes for cleaning and disinfection services.

Merry Maids is ranked #1 Residential Cleaning Service by Entrepreneur Magazine. The national franchise has also won the Women’s Choice Award as America’s most recommended cleaning service and leader in the home cleaning industry since 1979. Learn more about this local franchise at merrymaids.com/bellingham.

About Cleaning for a Reason

Cleaning for a Reason partners with more than 1,200 residential cleaners throughout the United States and Canada to offer free house cleaning to any household battling cancer. Since 2006, the nonprofit and its partners have donated more than $17 million in services, helping more than 50,000 cancer patients. In 2017, Cleaning for a Reason was adopted by ISSA Charities, the charitable arm of ISSA, The Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association. To apply for services, to join as a cleaning partner, or to support the work of Cleaning for a Reason, visit cleaningforareason.org.