Elevating Our Community

At the heart of everything we do is a deep commitment to the community we call home. Through meaningful partnerships, volunteer efforts, and charitable giving, we're proud to support local organizations and nonprofits that are making a real difference.

"Elevating Our Community" is more than a phrase—it's a promise to give back, serve with purpose, and help build a stronger, more connected Joliet and beyond.

Communities We Belong To

  • Habitat for Humanity
    Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to building homes, communities, and hope by creating and preserving affordable housing for families in need. Bryan Bertani currently serves on the Will & Grundy County Boards of Habitat.
  • Cathedral of St. Raymond
    Mike & Nicole have served the parish of St. Ray's for close to two decades, being inducted into the St. Raymond Nonnatus Society. Michael Murray & Bryan Baker are both grade school alumni.
  • Joliet Catholic Academy
    Mike & Nicole have been actively engaged with JCA for years; so much so that they were honored as the "Feature Family". Additionally, four of our team members (Nick Columbus, Nick Lennon, Michael Murray, and Bryan Baker) are all active alumni of Joliet Catholic.
  • Joliet Bourbon Club
    JBC was founded to create an environment where men can engage in fellowship, charity, and the sampling of spirits. Mike is a co-founder and three Elevate team members are active members.
  • Hope for Tanzania
    HFT provides financial resources for projects and initiatives aimed at improving the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being for the men, women, and children located primarily in the Diocese of Njombe in Tanzania, Africa. Michael Murray is currently on the Board of Directors for HFT.

Non-Profits and Events We've Supported

  • American Cancer Society
  • Child Advocacy Center
  • First Look for Charity
  • Habitat For Humanity annual golf outing
  • Holy Family Summer Fest
  • Joliet Area Historical Museum
  • Joliet Catholic Academy's Jubilate
  • Joliet Golf Classic
  • Knights Of Columbus
  • Leaders Link Communities
  • Megan Bugg Memorial Golf Outing
  • Navy League Key West Council
  • Renaissance Learning Center
  • Rotary Club of Joliet
  • Team Make A Difference
  • The Salvation Army
  • The Upper Room Crisis Hotline
  • United Way Mentoring Ministry
  • Will County Beer & Bourbon Fest
  • Will-Grundy Medical Clinic
  • Witches Night Out

Raymond James is not affiliated with the above organizations and/or charitable causes.


It's not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving.
Mother Teresa