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It's the holiday season… and the time for good deeds! And we're kicking it off with Movember…

 

There's something magical about the holiday season: it's a time when solidarity, generosity, and mutual aid take center stage. To highlight this wonderful energy, we're showcasing some of the charitable initiatives carried out in 2025, including Movember, which concluded this Monday, December 1st, with a collection for a good cause.

Movember: growing solidarity, one mustache at a time

Movember, or "Blue November," is a charitable event that originated in Australia in 2003. It aims to raise awareness among men about their health, particularly regarding male cancers. This year, Patio Drummond joined the movement, and throughout November, our team was invited to participate by growing their mustaches. To further support the movement, Patio Drummond chose to add a $20 donation for each participant.

An auction... for a legendary mustache

To boost the fundraising, we also had a slightly crazy idea, but after all, it's okay to be a little crazy for a good cause, right? The plan was simple: auction off Stan's mustache. And if you know Stan, you know that's a big deal! His iconic mustache, which he's had for years, is practically part of his identity. For him, the real challenge wasn't growing it... but sacrificing it. But for such a noble cause, he was ready and courageous, especially when he declared: "If the pot reaches $500, the person who placed the highest bid will have the privilege of shaving my mustache themselves!"

December 1st: the day of the big shave

To celebrate the end of Movember, we organized a small event. Razors, shaving cream, and a friendly atmosphere were all part of the celebration. But most importantly, discussions took place about the movement and its importance. The team was present to encourage the participants and congratulate them on their commitment. That's when we discovered that 12 people had taken on the challenge of growing their mustaches, and some even volunteered to shave a mustache they had worn for a very long time. Seeing our team so enthusiastic and committed to supporting a good cause was truly inspiring! As for the auction for Stan's mustache, the pot reached $540, so it was time! The moment everyone had been waiting for a month, seeing Stan walk by with his famous mustache, finally arrived: Stan agreed to sacrifice it.   In total, $1,500 was raised and donated to Movember. The Patio team thus gave a great demonstration that solidarity... grows quickly when everyone gets involved.  

 

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