Community Involvement

The Waltos Group helps to support local charities

Every quarter the Waltos Group partners with one of our associates to support a local charity. 

We are proud to announce that the 2012 1st quarter recipient is Michael A. Oliver, CLU, Financial Representative, and the donation will be made to the Women Helping Women / Men 2 Work organization.

Mike is a volunteer with the organization and helps by acting as a stylist for the men who are looking for jobs during this difficult economic time.  Men 2 Work helps provide job placement services, resume building and educational workshops as well as provide professional clothing services free of charge.   Mike works to pick out professional clothing and assists the men in preparing for interviews and first impressions.  He helps these men gain confidence in themselves so that they can put their best foot forward in their interviews. 

We commend Mike for the valuable time he donates to Men 2 Work.

Past recipients include Chris Moe - American Cancer Society, Nate Fikse - Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Stan Davidson - the Stephanie Davidson Memorial Scholarship, Jamie Kacura - AIDS lifecycle, Christina Vo - Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation, Jeremy Price - American Diabetes Association, Ersula Martell - Autism Speaks Orange County, and Kyle Aschenbrenner - Minot Area Community Foundation.

 

The Waltos Group Sponsors the 2011 Mariners Christian School Golf Classic.

On November 14th, 2011 the third annual tournament was held at the Newport Beach Country Club.  The Waltos Group has been the presenting sponsor since it started and was proud to host the 1st annual Womens Luncheon in conjunction with the Golf Tournament.  The Tournament raises money that goes towards scholarships for students that attend the school, but their families have come into difficult financial times.  This year the tournament raised it's highest number yet reaching the $50,000 mark.

 

The Waltos Group Hosts VIP (Very Important Potato) Party

The Waltos Group was proud to host a VIP (Very Important Potato) Party at the Discovery Science Center in Santa Ana on August 23^rd2011. Attendees included local families and clients as well as a large group of Bigs & Littles from the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County.  Approximately 250 people showed up to enjoy the Mr. Potato Head Exhibit sponsored by the Northwestern Mutual Foundation as well as many other exhibits at the Discovery Science Center.

The Waltos Group was excited to partner with OC Family and Big Brothers Big Sisters on this event.

Please click here to see photos from the event.                                                                                        

 

The Waltos Group is Proud to Sponsor the Toshiba Classic 2011

The Waltos Group is proud to be an annual sponsor of the Toshiba Classic.  This tournament brings thousands of Orange County residents together to watch some of golf’s legendary players. The tournament’s primary beneficiary, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, is a nationally acclaimed hospital that brings world-class healthcare to the community. Also supported isthe Toshiba Classic Scholarship Fund, which donates scholarship funds and Toshiba laptop computers to some of Orange County, California’s high school elite. The Toshiba also raises funds to support more than 20 local charities.  In the past 13 years the Toshiba Classic has raised over $13 million. 
 

Here are some photos from the 2011 Toshiba Classic:

• Waltos Group Supporters (Wednesday, March 9th)
• Chapman Partners (Thursday, March 10th)
• Guests of The Waltos Group (Friday, March 11th - Sunday, March 13th)

 

The Waltos Group Presents the 2nd Annual Mariners Christian School Golf Classic.

On November 15th, 2010 the Waltos Group was the presenting sponsor of the Mariners Christian School Golf Tournament at the Newport Beach Country Club.  The tournament was desginged to raise money for scholarship funds for Mariners Christian School students.  The schoalrships allow students whose families are going through difficult financial times to stay in the private school. The tournament netted approximately $40,000 which was double the year before!  We look forward to sponsoring this tournament again in 2011. Look for more details!

 

The Waltos Group sponsors "Big for a Day".

Members of The Waltos Group office attended a fun-filled day at Boomer's in Irvine, CA on August 2010. There were approximately 40 children and volunteers who participated in activities such as go-kart racing, miniature golfing, bumper boats, arcade games, and lunch. The Waltos Group enjoys spending quality time with not just clients, but also the community. Read more about the Big Brother/ Big Sister and how to be part of a wonderful organization here.

 

 

The Waltos Group presents the 2010 Mariners Christian School Golf Classic

The Waltos Group is proud to once again present the Mariners Christian School Golf Classic.  This will be the second year of the tournament and the committee hopes to double their earnings from last year and raise enough money to fund 12-15 scholarships for the 2011-2012 school year.  The tournament will take place on Monday, November 15^th at the Newport Beach Country Club.  Click here for registration and details!

 

 

The Waltos Group Sponsor's Chapman University's Toyota of Orange 4th Annual 5K Walk / Run

For the fourth year The Waltos Group has been a sponsor of this great event which took place on October 10th, 2009.  2,500 runners ran through the Old Towne Orange Historic Distric raising money for scholarships.  The Waltos Group is proud to support it's community and local Universities.

 

 

 

 

 

Paul Glowienke, Financial Representative recieves Community Service Award.

For his work and committment to the Tiger Woods Learning Center, Paul Glowienke is recognized and honored with a $10,000 grant for The Tiger Woods Learning Center. Northwestern Mutual's Community Service Award recognizes financial representatives whose outstanding dedication to local organizations has significantly bettered their communities.

"We are especially proud of our financial representatives and staff who volunteer thousands of hours of their personal time and talents to preserve and improve the communities in which we live and work." Ed Zore, President and CEO of Northwestern Mutual.

 

The Waltos Group was proud to sponsor the 26th Annual Cystic Fibrosis Gala in June.

The Gala raised $619,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Research. Each year the gala is supported by dedicated donors in Orange County.  The Waltos Group is proud to contribute to this worthy cause every year. 

 

 

The Waltos Group co-sponsors Vicent Fox's presentation                                                          

On April 8, 2009, The Waltos Group was honored to be a sponsor of an important event at the University of California, Irvine. As part of the 2008-2009 Chancellor’s Distinguished Fellows Series, former President of Mexico, Vicente Fox, offered an insightful and timely presentation on “The Future of Democracy in Mexico and Latin America.”   Together with Financial Representatives Paul Castillo, Erik Gomez and Nick Pierson, Managing Partner Bob Waltos was among some of the County’s business and academic leaders to enjoy a private lunch with President Fox and a post-presentation reception.

 

 

The Waltos Group—Community Commitment

To grow and prosper, communities require care. It is the work of many hands ... sharing many talents, many hours, and many gifts. In giving their time and their talents, by caring for each other, the members of the community care for the larger enterprise.

Bob Waltos understands that his responsibility extends beyond his employees and policyowners. The Waltos Group shares an unwavering commitment to the community to help make it a better place and to make a lasting difference.
 

The Waltos Group Receives Northwestern Mutual's Community Impact Award

During Northwestern Mutual's Western Regional Meeting in February CEO Ed Zore presented the Community Impact Award for network and district office commitment to local nonprofit agencies to The Waltos Group. The award was accepted by Managing Partner Bob Waltos and College Unit Director Paul Castillo. Paul won the Community Service Award in 2008 for his work with Big Brothers Big Sisters and now the Northwestern Mutual Foundation will be awarding this organization $50,000. "It was a big honor for our office," said Paul Castillo. "It reflects the culture of giving back to the community that Bob has created."
 

The Waltos Group Sponsored 2009 Toshiba Classic

The 2009 Toshiba Classic was held March 6-8 and is the charitable leader on the Champions Tour. It has raised more than $10 million for more than 20 different charities—the most on the entire Champions Tour. The Waltos Group was proud to again be a sponsor this worthy event. Click here to view pictures from the event.

 

The Waltos Group Sponsored 5K Race

The 3rd Annual Chapman University Toyota of Orange 5K was held on Saturday, October 4, 2008. The Waltos Group was proud to once again sponsor this event.

More than $50,000 was raised to support scholarships and other priorities that benefit the interests and needs of Chapman University students. 

Bob Waltos with President Jim Doti of Chapman University

 

Paul Castillo, College Unit Director receives Community Service Award

For his work on behalf of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County, Paul Castillo was recognized and honored with a $10,000 grant for Big Brothers Big Sisters.

"At Northwestern Mutual we believe being a responsible corporate citizen includes giving back to the communities where we do business," said Ed Zore, president and chief executive officer of Northwestern Mutual.

"Our Community Service Award program helps us achieve two goals. We recognize our representatives for their community involvement and we help improve the quality of life in the communities our representatives serve."

Paul was also the recipient of the Big Brother of the Year award.

 

The Waltos Group sponsored "No Complaining Tour"

The Waltos Group was proud to present Jon Gordon, author of the Energy Bus, on June 19, 2008 in Orange County at Concordia University as part of his "No Complaining Tour."

Jon Gordon once again shared an inspiring and enlightening story that revealed a powerful way to tackle the biggest problem in business and life today… negativity.

 

Orange County Business Council Chairman's Leadership Breakfast

At a recent Orange County Business Council Chairman's Leadership Breakfast, Bob Waltos joins local business and community leaders, who are working together to create a “Leadership Education” series for the local Hispanic business community.

From Left to Right: Dan Miller, Sr. Vice President, The Irvine Company; Jim Doti, President, Chapman University; Bob Waltos; and Dr. Arthur Kraft, Dean of the George L. Argyros School of Business & Economics at Chapman University.

 

Block Party to benefit the Tiger Woods Learning Center

Bob Waltos and Paul Glowienke, a financial representative with The Waltos Group, was a sponsor of the 2007 event, which raised more than $1 million. Bob Waltos is now a board member of the Tiger Woods Learning Center.

 

Bob Waltos Receives 2006 Community Service Award

For his long-time efforts in supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Bob Waltos was recently award a Community Service Award (CSA) and $10,000 was donated on his behalf to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

 

The Estrella Awards Banquet and Installation Dinner

The Waltos Group is proud to have participated in the 20th anniversary celebration of the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at the Estrella Awards Banquet and Installation Dinner

Among the many awards presented, Dr. Al Mijares received an award for his work in the Santa Ana Unified School District and the Honorable Miguel Pulido, Mayor of Santa Ana, California, received an award for lifetime achievement.

Review some of our other activities:

• The Waltos Group Sponsors Chapman University 5K. 
• The Waltos Group Sponsors 2007 "Hot 25 Awards"
• The Waltos Group raises funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Mighty Ducks Care
• The Waltos Group sponsors luncheon featuring Fortune Editor Andy Serwer.
• The Waltos Group Sponsors 2006 "Hot 25 Awards"
• The Waltos Group sponsors OC Metro Magazine Hot 25 Event.
• The 24th Annual Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Golf Invitational Raises $105,000
• The Waltos Group Sponsors The "2005 Toshiba Senior Classic"
• Waltos Group Sponsors Women Trends 2004
   

Learn more about our community and our involvement in charitable organizations by visiting the following sites:

• The Waltos Group supported OC Ultra-Marathoner who ran 78.6 Miles for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
• 2005 Cystic Fibrosis Events (pdf)
• United Way, Giving Tree
• Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Newsletter (pdf)
• Letter from Bob Waltos, President - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Southern California Chapter (pdf)
• Newport Harbor Chamber of Commerce
• Toshiba Senior Classic
• Chapman University

Northwestern Mutual's Community Service Award recognizes financial representatives whose outstanding dedication to local organizations has significantly bettered their communities.