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Greggs Foundation wins Business Charity Award
We are thrilled to announce that the Greggs Foundation has been recognised in the 2023 Business Charity Awards as Corporate Foundation of the Year.
There were so many wonderful and deserving recipients being recognised at this prestigious event and our attendees were incredibly inspired by all the fantastic work being undertaken by charities, businesses and corporate foundations all over the UK.
Each year, we donate at least one per cent of profits to The Greggs Foundation, the corporate charity of Greggs plc.
Our donation, along with support from our colleagues and partners, enables the charity to invest over £3 million a year in a wide range of initiatives that improve the quality of life in our local communities.
This is an award that really celebrates the positive impact of the Greggs Foundation and our grant programmes in supporting schools, communities, and individuals in times of need. But this achievement isn't just about us. It's a testament to our Greggs customers and colleagues, who through direct donations or purchases of Greggs products, are making a real difference in our communities.
To illustrate how well received the Greggs Foundation entry was by the Business Charity Awards, we have outlined some of the feedback from the judging panel below.
Feedback from the judging panel:
“Greggs Foundation has a clear focus and mission, with a sustainable funding base and ambition to grow the impact it has on families and communities across the UK. The Foundation funding model is sustainable and scalable, and Greggs' commitment to donating 1% of profits is to be applauded. The Foundation is clearly well governed, with a great track record of establishing partnerships and finding creative ways to tackle inequalities and reach those that need support the most e.g. by partnering with local organisations who are able to refer people to the hardship programme. The Greggs Foundation plays to the company’s strengths with a commitment to community - the Community Hubs sound fantastic - and achieving local impact.”
“An excellent example of alignment between business and purpose. There has been careful thought around maximising the charitable impact through what the corporate does, which is targeted at the parts of community which most needs the support. The impact of the Foundation is set against the current cost-of-living pressures which make this work even more important.”
A heartfelt thank you to everyone for supporting our work in pursuit of our goal of building stronger, healthier communities!