Making positive contributions to the communities in which we work and live has long been a priority of CBL. Through CBL Cares, our team members partner with and support charitable organizations across our portfolio that contribute to the growth and development of the communities we serve. In 2022, we expanded our relationship with United Way of Greater Chattanooga, formed a new partnership with Susan G. Komen, and made contributions to several organizations including Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Chattanooga, Waves, Inc., Blood Assurance, Hamilton County Schools Foundation, The Xavier DeGroat Autism Foundation, and the Tivoli Theatre Foundation.
based on 2022 Independent Sector and Do Good Institute value of $29.95 per hour volunteered
CBL joined with companies across Chattanooga to celebrate the United Way of Greater Chattanooga's 100th birthday and recognized the milestone with a special monetary and in-kind gift of $25,000. Altogether, through our corporate donations and employee payroll deductions, CBL donated more than $138,000 to United Way. CBL Team members also donated their time, taking part in United Way's Impact Days. 41 CBL team members donated a total of 322 hours during Impact Days alone and CBL's United Way campaign committee donated an additional 50 hours facilitating our annual workplace campaign.
Outside of our commitment to United Way, our team donated more than 550 hours with various non-profit organizations in 2022 through our CBL Cares volunteer program. In total, through volunteer hours, corporate donations, and CBL Cares funds, we provided support to organizations across our portfolio that work to meet the diverse needs of our communities valued at nearly $200,000.
Additionally, in 2022, CBL embarked on a new partnership with Susan G. Komen to host the organization's More Than Pink Walk at two of CBL's Tennessee properties, Hamilton Place in Chattanooga, and CoolSprings Galleria in Nashville. Both events were held in October and collectively attracted nearly 2,000 participants and raised over $300,000 for the organization.
We strive to make a difference in the communities we serve through our CBL Cares initiative, as well as the numerous programs our employees are passionately involved in.