Do Good Day 2025
Today, we pause our regular business to honor something far greater than ourselves: Do Good Day.
This bi-annual tradition was created to celebrate the life of Laura Schuetze, the sister of Auben’s founder, Tyson. Laura devoted her career as a social worker to serving those most in need, and her spirit of compassion continues to inspire us. After her passing in 2019, we began Do Good Day as a way to carry her legacy forward—closing our doors, giving our team a paid day off, and going out into our communities to give back.
We now honor Laura twice each year: on April 19, the anniversary of her passing, and on her birthday in September. This week’s Do Good Day is especially meaningful, as we celebrate what would have been Laura’s birthday by continuing the work she loved most—helping others.
Do Good Day reminds us that together, small acts of kindness can ripple outward in powerful ways. From serving meals to picking up trash, tutoring students, or helping care for animals, each effort is a reflection of Laura’s heart for others.
How Our Team is Giving Back Today
Across all Auben markets, our team members are out in their communities serving in meaningful ways:
Augusta Market
Property Management and Sales Department team serving at The Master’s Table Dining Room (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
Project Management Team leading a Harrisburg Trash Pickup
Kansas City Market
Volunteering at Drumm Farm
Grace volunteering at the Arizona Humane Society
Charleston Market
Lucas volunteering at the Lowcountry Food Bank
Miles assisting with a Blood Drive
Dallas-Fort Worth Market
Volunteering at the Tarrant County Fort Worth Food Bank (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Charles-Lexington Market
Hosting Bingo at a local nursing home
Erik working with the high school lacrosse team
Dan volunteering with Mission Lexington
Chattanooga Market
Jason donating and volunteering at the McKamey Animal Shelter
Jake volunteering with Crab Tree Farms, a local community farm
Stacy volunteering at the Humane Society
Jacksonville Market
Taylor volunteering at an elementary school, assisting 2nd graders
Columbia Market
Although away today, team members are still giving back in their respective communities
Other Locations
Some of us are away from home, but still committed to service. For example, one of our team members is volunteering today while in Indianapolis, IN.
Keep the Legacy Alive
We’re grateful to every Auben team member, partner, and friend who takes part in Do Good Day. Laura’s light shines through in each act of kindness performed today.
Get Help
If you have thoughts of self-harm, please reach out for help.
The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 by calling 988.
Get Involved
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
The Fairness Campaign seeks to dismantle oppression and build an inclusive community where all individuals are valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
WREN seeks to build a movement to advance the health, economic well-being, and rights of South Carolina’s women, girls, and their families.