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Chestnut Hill Realty highlights social responsibility efforts in annual report

Chestnut Hill, MA Chestnut Hill Realty (CHR) has released its 2025 CHR Cares Annual Report, detailing the company’s continued commitment to responsible business practices and benefiting the communities it serves.

The report showcases a year of progress across a range of initiatives that reflect CHR’s values-driven approach – one that prioritizes environmental responsibility, supports employee growth, and strengthens connections with residents and local communities. Through CHR Cares, the company integrates social responsibility into its day-to-day operations while fostering a positive culture that permeates throughout the entire organization – both at the corporate level and across its 13 apartment communities in Greater Boston and Providence.

“CHR Cares represents our commitment to doing business the right way – thoughtfully and responsibly,” said Ed Zuker, Founder and CEO of Chestnut Hill Realty. “This report highlights the collective efforts of our teams to make a positive difference. It reinforces our belief that strong companies and communities are built through a shared responsibility to support one another.”

The 2025 report highlights the company’s initiatives and accomplishments in five core areas: Environmental sustainability, employee development and well-being, philanthropy and community service, resident outreach, and community outreach.

To view the 2025 CHR Cares Annual Report, visit https://tinyurl.com/CHRCares2025Report.

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