AbbVie launches third annual 'Week of Possibilities'

AbbVie today launched its third annual "Week of Possibilities."

The global pharmaceutical has teamed up with Points of Light, The Heart of America, North Chicago Community Partners, KaBoom! and other community partners to help the underserved in local communities.

"Week of Possibilities unites AbbVie employees around the world in an effort to give back to our local communities, with a special focus on building strong education systems," AbbVie VP of Corporate Responsibility, Brand and Communications Tracie Haas said. "We're delighted and privileged to partner with leading national and international organizations to help local nonprofit partners tackle our communities' toughest challenges."

More than 5,500 AbbVie employees have volunteered more than 25,000 hours in 50 countries. The volunteer efforts include projects at community centers, libraries, schools and veteran's homes. This year's primary focus is on education and literacy.

"We're thrilled to be part of the Week of Possibilities for the third consecutive year," North Chicago Community Partners Executive Director Jennifer Grumhaus said. "The support of the AbbVie Foundation and AbbVie volunteers through this program is invaluable as we work towards our organization's goal of expanding education opportunities to students in the community."

The Week of Possibilities was started in 2014. The first year focused on the communities in North Chicago, where AbbVie is based. The effort went global in 2015, with employees in 45 countries participating in volunteer activities with nonprofits in their local communities.