Arizona, US, 2nd September 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, Andrew Draayer, entrepreneur and owner-investor, has been featured in a new career spotlight article that highlights his journey from door-to-door sales to real estate investing. In the feature, Draayer opens up about his upbringing, career lessons, and why giving back to children’s causes has become central to his life.
“Every door I knocked on was a chance to learn,” Draayer said. “Every person I met taught me something. That’s how I’ve built my career and my life.”
Advocating for Children’s Causes
Draayer has donated $78,000 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and has been a supporter of Chandler Compadres, a local nonprofit that helps children in need. His commitment reflects a broader issue: across the United States, more than 13 million children live in poverty (U.S. Census Bureau, 2024). Organizations like St. Jude and Chandler Compadres help fill the gap by funding healthcare, education, and basic resources for families who need it most.
“I’ve been blessed in many ways, and it feels right to pass that forward,” Draayer said. “Supporting kids who are struggling isn’t just about money—it’s about showing them someone cares.”
Lessons in Resilience and Giving Back
The feature on Draayer highlights how his early life in a military family and his years in door-to-door sales shaped his resilience. He stresses that the same persistence that carried him through long days of selling now guides his approach to philanthropy and advocacy.
“When I was on the road, it taught me grit. When I became a father, it taught me purpose,” he shared. “That’s why I want people to think about what they can do to help, even if it’s small.”
What People Can Do
Draayer’s message goes beyond donations. He encourages people to look at their own communities and ask how they can contribute. Volunteering time, mentoring young people, or even small acts of kindness can make a difference.
“You don’t need to have a lot to give back,” Draayer said. “Sometimes it’s just being there for someone or offering advice. Every bit matters.”
Call to Action
Draayer is urging readers to take one step this month to support children’s causes—whether through a donation, volunteering, or mentorship. For more information on St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, visit www.stjude.org. To learn more about Chandler Compadres, visit www.compadres.org.
“Success is about more than what you build for yourself,” Draayer said. “It’s about what you give to others along the way.”
To read the full interview, visit the website here.
About Andrew Draayer
Andrew Draayer is an entrepreneur, owner-investor, and father of three based in Arizona. Raised in a military household as the ninth of ten children, he built his career through resilience and hard work—starting in door-to-door sales before moving into real estate investing. Known for his upbeat outlook and people-first approach, Draayer has become a strong advocate for giving back, donating tens of thousands of dollars to children’s causes including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Chandler Compadres.
