Paycom and Cox host fundraising event for ReMerge, raise more than $65k

Left to right: Cox Communications’ Kristin Peck, ReMerge’s Liz Dunway and Paycom’s AJ Griffin

Diamond-studded "Frost Yourself" event benefits Oklahoma mothers and children

The Frost Yourself event, sponsored by Greater OKC Chamber member Paycom Software, Inc., (NYSE:PAYC), a leading provider of comprehensive, cloud-based human capital management software and Chamber member Cox Communications, the largest private broadband company in America, took place on Thursday, April 28 at fellow Chamber member Naifeh Fine Jewelry in Nichols Hills Plaza. The event raised over $65,000 for fellow Chamber member ReMerge, a local nonprofit focused on rehabilitating mothers facing nonviolent felony charges in Oklahoma County.

“I am so proud to live in a community where women have chosen to link arms with our organization and help us change the course of countless lives,” said Jenna Morey, executive director of ReMerge. “Frost Yourself gave women in Oklahoma City a chance to create transformative outcomes for mothers, their children and future generations. We are so grateful to Cox and Paycom for making this event possible.”

The fundraiser raised money for ReMerge to extend its mission and provide wraparound, comprehensive support to meet the individual needs of their families. Participants were able to view and model jewelry brought in specifically for the event, courtesy of Naifeh Fine Jewelry.

“Supporting women in our community is a cornerstone of Paycom’s commitment to service,” said AJ Griffin, director of government and community affairs at Paycom. “This event champions our next generation of philanthropists and supports a cause that impacts generations of Oklahomans. It is an honor to be one of the presenting sponsors of such an impactful event, and we are proud to play a part in providing resources that support Oklahoma mothers and children.”

“Cox was honored to partner with Paycom and Naifeh Fine Jewelry to bring this evening of women supporting women to life," said Kristin Peck, vice president of public affairs for Cox. "It was incredible to see the women of Oklahoma City come together for such a deserving cause. We are proud to support ReMerge and bring light to the critical services they provide to women in our community.”

The event sponsorship comes as part of both company’s ongoing commitment to serve its community by supporting sustainable and charitable programs. In 2021 alone, Paycom and its employees donated nearly $2 million to over 250 organizations across the nation. Similarly, Cox Communications in Oklahoma contributed more than $3.2 million in cash and inkind gifts to nearly 100 organizations in Oklahoma City. 

Founded to break the cycle of incarceration, addiction and poverty among mothers with non-violent felonies, ReMerge supports its high-risk women with services such as safe housing, health care, addiction recovery, job training and many more. ReMerge has graduated over 150 women from its program and continues to provide a pathway to restoration in the community over a life of incarceration and separation.

To learn more about how you can support ReMerge, visit https://www.remergeok.org/.