Sometimes the best business partnerships start with a simple conversation and a shared vision. That’s exactly what happened when Terra Gives Back, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting local families and children, discovered kmG Hauling through a business partner introduction that would change how they approach event management and community service.
A Meeting That Made All the Difference
“A business partner introduced me to Hugo, and I sat down with him, and we just had a great interaction,” recalls Ramon Pardo, founder of Terra Gives Back. “What’s interesting is I’ve seen the kmG trucks before, because they’re so unique—each one has its own kind of flair to it, and each one represents something.”
That initial meeting in July of last year wasn’t just about waste management services. When Hugo offered to help sponsor Terra Gives Back’s signature event, Reggae on the Lake festival, it became clear that this partnership would be about more than just business—it would be about shared values and community impact.
More Than Just Waste Management
For Terra Gives Back, finding kmG Hauling was particularly meaningful because of the company’s commitment to environmental responsibility and social causes.
“The fact that you actually try to recycle, that’s the biggest thing,” explains the nonprofit’s founder. “Hugo and I had a big conversation about that.” This commitment to recycling resonated deeply with someone who had been frustrated by other waste management companies that simply threw recycling in with regular trash.
The personal touch of kmG’s cause-dedicated trucks also struck a chord. “Hugo mentioned each truck is dedicated to a certain cause—one’s for breast cancer, one’s for autism, etc. That was very important to me too, because my son had an autoimmune disease when he was younger. It was like, ‘Oh yeah, at least somebody cares,’ which is cool.”
Professional Service That Delivers
Working with kmG’s team, particularly the Vice President of Sales, Daniela, has been a standout experience for Terra Gives Back.
“Working with Daniela was awesome,” says the founder. “She was super special. She met me here, took the time to go over the site plan, figured out how many dumpsters we would need, where they were going to go. It was just really streamlined and made my life a lot easier.”
For the Reggae on the Lake 2024 festival, kmG provided both trash and recycling containers throughout the event space, ensuring that environmental responsibility was built into the event’s infrastructure. “There was trash and recycling next to each other at every location,” the founder notes with satisfaction.
Aligned Values, Amplified Impact
Terra Gives Back operates as more than just an event organizer—they’re a community-focused nonprofit that raises money for local charities supporting food pantries, school supplies for children, after-school programs, and other vital community services. The acronym behind their parent company, Terra Properties, reflects their values: Trust, Expertise, Resources, Results, and Advocacy.
Having kmG as a partner enhances their mission. “Having kmG providing a sound solution for waste management was really good, because now it’s like, ‘Hey, we do care about the community, but we also care about our planet,'” explains the founder.
The kmG Difference in Action
The partnership between Terra Gives Back and kmG Hauling demonstrates what happens when two organizations share core values around community service and environmental responsibility. It’s not just about picking up trash—it’s about supporting causes that matter, providing genuine recycling solutions, and building relationships that extend beyond typical vendor-client interactions.
For Terra Gives Back, kmG represents what they wish more companies would embody: a commitment to doing the right thing, even when no one is watching, and the understanding that business success and community impact can go hand in hand.
Does your organization share kmG Hauling’s commitment to environmental responsibility and community impact? Whether you’re planning a community event or need regular waste management services, contact kmG Hauling to learn how their cause-dedicated approach and genuine recycling services can support your mission. Like Terra Gives Back, you’ll discover that kmG is more than a service provider—they’re a partner in making a positive difference.