Funders and Partners
At Groundwork East we recognise that we are rarely working in a location that no one has worked before. Engaging with all stakeholders enables us to build sustainable solutions that respond to local need, build on what already exists, put the right tools in the community’s hands, and address multiple issues with the same investment.
In order to deliver our mission, to create a fair and green future in which people, places and nature thrive, we work closely with local and national partners and funders.
We want to build relationships with partners and funders that have measurable economic, social and environmental impact – for partners, funders, the community and the environment. In 2022-23 we achieved the following social value benefits:
Social Benefits
224 community organisations supported
881 volunteers actively involved
181,400m2 of land improved
Economic Benefits
469 SMEs supported through our work
74 formal qualifications gained by individuals
1,571 young people supported to learn and achieve
Environmental Benefits
6,945,899 Kg CO2e potential carbon savings identified in businesses
1,380 trees planted
987 people helped to reduce domestic energy use, water use and waste sent to landfill
Many of our partners work with us to build a portfolio of activity that helps them achieve multiple benefits:
- Connect to local communities
- Inspire and motivate your staff
- Involve your customers – through cause related marketing and social media campaigns
- Leave a lasting and tangible legacy in communities right across the UK
- Increase brand awareness
- Enhance your sustainability credentials