Busby's Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to announce a new partnership between Busby’s Cares and Golden Harvest Food Bank to help fight food insecurity across the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). As part of the initiative, Busby's Cares will donate 25 meals for every HVAC checkup completed in 2026. Through this effort, routine heating and cooling maintenance will directly translate into meals for families, seniors, and children facing hunger in our community. “Busby’s Cares is rooted in our purpose of improving the quality of life for our team, our community, and our customers,” said Kristen Munn, President of Busby’s Heating & Air Conditioning. "By tying every HVAC checkup to 25 meals, our customers become part of something bigger – helping us bring comfort not just into homes, but onto tables across our community." Golden Harvest Food Bank serves communities throughout Georgia and South Carolina by distributing food throughout a network of partner agencies and hunger-relief programs. This partnership allows Busby’s customers to make a measurable impact simply by maintaining their home comfort systems. In addition to the meal donation initiative, the Busby's team plans to support Golden Harvest through volunteer efforts and ongoing community awareness campaigns throughout the year. This partnership reflects Busby’s long-standing commitment to community involvement. Through Busby’s Cares, the company continues to extend its mission beyond heating and cooling – striving to improve the quality of life throughout the CSRA. Community members interested in scheduling an HVAC checkup or learning more about Busby’s Cares initiatives can visit https://www.busbys.com/busby-s-cares or follow along on Busby’s Cares social media for updates.

March in Motion: Supporting The RECing Crew through Busby's Cares At Busby's, each month our Busby's Cares initiative is an opportunity to highlight organizations that are making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. In March, we were proud to partner with The RECing Crew, a local nonprofit bringing joy, connection, and opportunity to individuals with disabilities across the CSRA. Founded by families and friends of individuals with disabilities, The RECing Crew was built on a simple but powerful idea: everyone deserves access to fun, enriching recreational experiences. With over 200 participants ranging in age from 6 to 88, their programs create opportunities for people of all abilities to stay active, build friendships, and explore new interests. Their wide range of offerings includes: Art programs, ballet, jazz, and tap dance, chorus and music, MMA, boxing, Karate, jazzercise, recreational sports, baseball leagues, social clubs and group activities. One of the most impactful aspects of The RECing Crew's mission is their commitment to affordability. By keeping program costs low, they ensure that more families can participate without financial barriers. That's where community support plays an important role. Through our March donation matching campaign, Busby's Cares helped amplify every dollar given up to an additional $2,000. Those donations directly support operational costs, equipment, and resources that keep these programs running strong. If you'd like to explore their programs, volunteer opportunities, or ways to give, visit: www.therecingcrew.com

February marked a milestone moment for our Busby's Cares initiative, one that showcased the power of community, collaboration, and shared purpose. We had the honor of spotlighting Mad Hatter Farm, an incredible local organization dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities for individuals with special needs. Mad Hatter Farm is more than just a farm… inspired by and in memory of their daughter Cassie, it's a place where people of all abilities are empowered to grow, learn, and thrive. Their work fills a vital gap in the community as the only handicap-accessible farm and animal sanctuary in the CSRA. What made February especially memorable was how quickly this campaign grew beyond what we imagined. As part of our commitment, Busby’s Cares pledged to match donations up to $2,000. But the momentum didn’t stop there. Inspired by the cause, Maxwell's Plumbing and Drain stepped forward with an incredible offer to match our match - contributing an additional $2,000 once our original match was met. With the support of our community, $4,000 was raised for Mad Hatter Farm. Thanks to the combined matching efforts, that amount was doubled, resulting in an incredible $8,000 total impact. February’s campaign was a perfect example of what we envisioned when we launched Busby's Cares. It's not just about giving; it's about creating a ripple effect of generosity that spreads throughout our community. We're incredibly thankful to everyone who contributed, shared, and supported this effort. And a special thank you to Maxwell's Plumbing and Drain for stepping up and helping take this campaign to the next level. To learn more about Mad Hatter Farm and the difference they are making in our community, visit https://www.madhatterfarm.org

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Winter is coming! Participate in the Annual Busby's Coats for Kids through October 30th, 2025

On March 18, 2025, Busby's Heating and Air Conditioning held its 33rd Annual Employee Appreciation and Awards Banquet. Owner, Rick Busby and other managers recognized top performers in each department. Awards were also given for safety, years of service, attendance and sales excellence. Each employee who attended (and their "plus-one") enjoyed a fabulous buffet and dessert from Moe's Southwestern Grill and each received a logo'd duffel bag and numerous door prizes. 2025 represents Busby's 80th year of serving the community. Kristen Munn, Rick's youngest daughter, recently became the company's President. Kristen helped celebrate 2024 wins and accomplishments and spoke about her high hopes for the company and its employees in the years to come.

Busby's Heating & Air Conditioning proudly marks its 80th anniversary in 2025, and with it, a momentous milestone in the company's history—Kristen Munn, Rick Busby’s daughter, has been named the new President, and is the third generation of leadership. JC Busby, Rick's father founded Busby's shortly after World War II in Millen, Georgia. The company has since grown into a trusted name in the heating and air conditioning industry. Over the past eight decades, Busby's has continually expanded its services, introduced new products, and built a reputation for exceptional customer service. The company has also become a pillar of the Augusta community, supporting various local charities and service organizations. Kristen Munn began her career at Busby's over 15 years ago, starting from the ground up as a summer intern. After graduating Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Business Management from Georgia College & State University, Kristen took on various roles at Busby's, as well as, making key contributions to upgrade the company’s technology. Kristen later accepted an opportunity to work as an implementation coach with Nexstar, where she assisted HVAC and plumbing companies across the United States, Australia, and Canada. While at Nexstar, Kristen earned a promotion to Business Coach where she worked directly with owners and General Managers helping them reach their business goals. Kristen recently decided to return to her roots and step into the role of President and future owner of Busby's Heating & AC. Her return to Augusta, alongside her husband Shane and their dogs Boone and Daisy, is a moment of great excitement for Rick, and his wife Tammy, her sister, Lauren and the entire Busby's team. Welcome Home, Kristen and Shane. "I'm so excited and privileged to be on the path to third-generation ownership of Busby's. It's not just about keeping the business in the family, but also about building on what was started and making it my own for the future." Kristen Busby Munn commented on her new position. "It is comforting to know that our company will remain a family-owned business for the third generation and for many years to come. I am so excited to have Kristen take over the realm as President" stated Rick Busby. While much has changed since 1945, the core values that Busby's was built upon—quality, integrity, honesty, and customer satisfaction—remain unchanged. CEO Rick Busby reflects, “These four pillars were the foundation of my father's success, and they will continue to guide our company for many years to come. We remain dedicated to providing the same quality workmanship, reliable service, and customer care that have set us apart since day one."

Busby's Heating and Air Conditioning is excited to share our latest social media campaign that shows support for Team USA at the Paris Olympics. Our talented team developed a series of engaging videos featuring our beloved company mascot, Buzz, as the star. In these lighthearted videos, Buzz takes you on a journey through the iconic sights and sounds of the Olympic host city, Paris. We feature local businesses, schools and area attractions as backdrops immersing Buzz into the electric atmosphere of the Olympics, our mascot brings a unique and playful perspective to the global sporting event. Whether you're a die-hard sports fan or simply someone who appreciates the unity and sportsmanship that the Olympics represent, these videos are sure to illustrate our love for the games and our country and hopefully leave you feeling inspired. We encourage you to follow our social media channels ( Facebook , Instagram ) to catch all of Buzz's Olympic adventures. Be sure to share your thoughts and favorite Olympic moments with us using the hashtags #buzzbee, #buzz and #busbys. Together, let's celebrate the power of sport and the global community it fosters.

As part of The Busby's Cares Community Contribution initiative, on October 4, 2023, Rick Busby with Busby's Heating and Air presented Mason and Sharon Schmidt a $2,000 check to help the Trot to Adopt 5K fundraiser. The Schmidts are one of four local families looking to bring children home through adoption. Trot to Adopt 5K is a fun run designed to support four families in the CSRA with their adoption efforts. This year marks the 13th Annual event, and will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at Blanchard Woods Park in Evans, GA. For more information on the 5K run please visit their website; www.trottoadopt.o rg. Sharon and Michael Schmidt met in 2015 while Michael was stationed in the Army at Fort Huachuca and now live in Grovetown, GA. They’ve been married for 6 years. Mason is an Offensive Security Engineer for the Army and Sharon volunteers as a registered nurse at Hope Women’s Center. Early in their marriage they were diagnosed with unexplained infertility. They are excited about participating in Trot to Adopt which is helping them on their journey of adoption. The Busby’s Cares Community Contribution is an initiative in which the company makes a donation to a small, local nonprofit organization each month.