At Corps Security, giving back is at the heart of who we are. This year, we’re thrilled to reflect on the incredible fundraising milestones achieved by our team and partners. From challenging physical feats to heartfelt moments of remembrance – our collective efforts have raised significant funds to support vital causes.
Supporting our Colleagues
It’s a priority for us at Corps to support our colleagues as part of our commitment of care. We’ve prioritised the well-being of our colleagues through the Welfare Fund, allocating an impressive £38,851 to support our team members in times of need.
To thank our hardworking team that make up our social enterprise, we gifted our colleagues a share of £18,000 as part of our Instant Recognition scheme. We strive to ensure that all our employees are paid the living wage or above.
Customer Rebate Programme
Our innovative customer rebate programme, which donates 1% of our customers’ security costs, contributed £28,714 this year. This initiative enables our partners to join us in supporting meaningful causes.
Charitable Donations Committee
Through our Charitable Donations Committee, we distributed £100,000 to charities that align with our mission. These contributions were made possible through the support of our trustees. This year, we were proud to share the donations with the following charities:
- RAF Benevolent Fund
- RNRMCT
- ABF, The Soldiers Charity
- RNA
- Blind Veterans UK
- BLESMA
- SSAFA
- The Not Forgotten Association
- Walking with the Wounded
Charitable Events by Our Colleagues
Our colleagues held so many activities to help raise much-needed funds for charities, raising an impressive £50k in total. These activities included:
- Coast-to-Coast Challenge: Our incredible team embarked on the Coast-to-Coast challenge to raise vital funds for Combat Stress, a charity supporting veterans’ mental health. They covered Bowness-on-Solway to Whitley Bay, covering 92.5 miles. That’s roughly the length of Hadrian’s Wall.
- The Annual Charity Football Tournament: On 4th September, five Corps teams competed in a thrilling 7-a-side match. The North team triumphed once again, and the event raised £360 for Combat Stress, which we matched to double the total impact.
- SSAFA 13 Bridges Challenge: On Armed Forces Day, our team crossed 13 of London’s iconic bridges, raising funds and awareness for SSAFA. Operations Director Ken Fissenden remarked, “It’s always an honour to take part in this challenge. I couldn’t be prouder of the team’s efforts.”
- Eastbourne to Brighton Walk: Our National Accounts team walked 26 miles and raised an astounding £6,500 for Combat Stress. We walked alongside our clients from Centrica and CBRE.
- London Landmarks Half Marathon: In April, our team raised over £4,000 for Combat Stress, showcasing the power of teamwork and determination. They ran past 17 iconic London landmarks, including Big Ben, the London Eye, St Paul’s Cathedral, and Tower Bridge, all supported by a cheering crowd.
- Pirates of the Corps-ibbean: Our team also got creative with events like the Dragon Boat Race to support WaterAid, dubbed ‘Pirates of the Corps-ibbean’. They made waves and raised vital funds for this global cause, demonstrating that fundraising can be both impactful and fun.
- Combat Stress Remembrance Trip: In a heartfelt tribute, Corps Security team members travelled to D-Day landmarks, laying wreaths at the British Memorial and Pegasus Bridge. While honouring the memory of those who served, this initiative also raised funds for Combat Stress, helping to ensure veterans receive the support they deserve.
In past years, we’ve also raised funds with ultra marathons and our cycle race, Tour de Corps. There really is no stopping our team!
Looking Ahead
The total amount contributed to colleagues and charities this year is a testament to the generosity, hard work, and dedication of our Corps family. Thank you to all of our colleagues and customers who played a vital part in these successes, because your efforts are truly making a difference. Here’s to another year of giving back and creating positive change together.
