Seek Nominations of Essential Worker Deserving of Transformational Wellness Retreat
In honor of World Gratitude Day today, Berkshire United Way (BUW) and Miraval Berkshires have teamed up to honor an essential worker or first responder on the front lines of relief efforts in Berkshire County during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Berkshire United Way, which has helped provide relief grants to nonprofit organizations helping the most vulnerable populations throughout the pandemic, created a simple, online nomination form. The nomination process has closed.
Submissions will be pooled together and one recipient will be selected at random. The person selected will receive a four-day, three-night all-expenses-paid wellness getaway for two guests, including food and experiences, at Miraval Berkshires’ newly opened resort in Lenox. The recipient and their guest must be 18 years or older and the offer is valid for 12 months (black-out dates apply).
“Throughout this pandemic, we have recognized the challenges and triumphs our essential workers have experienced. Today is the perfect day to launch this exciting endeavor to find a well-deserving recipient with this generous offering from Miraval Berkshires. As a new business here, we are happy to partner with them on this effort,” said Candace Winkler, president and CEO of Berkshire United Way.
Each year on Sept. 21, the world celebrates the mindful practice of gratitude. Miraval Berkshires, Miraval Arizona and Miraval Austin celebrated this day with a special sound healing gong ceremony that took place at each of their wellness destinations. (Pictured, Candace and Miraval Berkshires General Manager Vic Cappadona in the reflection garden). This year, Miraval celebrates and honors first responders and essential workers around the world by giving back to those that have supported their communities through COVID-19.
“This Gratitude Day, we want to show our deep appreciation to those who have selflessly given their time, talents and resources to ensure the health and safety of their local communities,” said Susan Santiago, head of Lifestyle & Miraval Operations. “We are proud to partner with Berkshire United Way – an esteemed organization whose dedication to building a stronger community deeply resonates with Miraval and its guests – to honor the community’s heroic essential workers with the gift of well-being and healing.”
In the spirit of gratitude, Miraval Berkshires has also offered a three-day, two-night wellness getaway to incentivize participation in Berkshire United Way’s annual campaign for 2020-2021, which includes more than 140 workplaces.
Donors are the backbone of Berkshire United Way’s fundraising efforts to support community partners and to respond to emerging needs in times of crisis. Donors help BUW improve the quality of life for children, youth and families right here in the Berkshires.
About Berkshire United Way
For 96 years, Berkshire United Way has been building a stronger community by: supporting early education opportunities so children enter school ready to learn, giving young people the tools they need to make healthy decisions, and helping working families achieve financial stability. As part of a worldwide effort to create lasting change, BUW mobilizes people and organizations to develop long-term solutions to current and emerging needs throughout the county. Berkshire United Way is #HereForGood.
About Miraval Resorts & Spas
Miraval’s mission is to support individuals on their journey (not the destination) to creating a life in balance. Whether that is nourishing your spiritual health, enhancing your physical immunity, or fostering mental resilience, Miraval provides an integrative approach of caring for the mind, body, and soul, led by a compassionate team of wellness experts. Offering a wide array of yoga, meditation, and fitness activities, outdoor adventures, culinary workshops, and more, Miraval Resorts & Spas are private, secluded, luxury destinations that provide custom well-being experiences based on your intentions.