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Testimonials

Matthew Tyson
Managing Director
RPD
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“A lasting impact of Covid has been the number of people that want or need help, and so many organisations are prepared to give it. The problem is making sure they can find each other with all the “noise” about. This project will be so valuable to so many.”

Anthony Bolton
Chair
The Boltini Trust
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"A huge challenge facing Sussex will be the large number of people who have or will lose their jobs as a result of the pandemic. We hope the RPD Foundation will be able to help a number of these find new outlets for their skills and The Boltini Trust is delighted to help them achieve this.”

Steve Sawyer
Executive Director
Manor Royal BID
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“Crawley is expected to be badly affected by COVID than most. This is absolutely the best time for different sections of the community to come together and find ways to help one another by pooling the combined talent, skills, expertise, and energy available on our doorstep.”

Matthew Tyson
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“A lasting impact of Covid has been the number of people that want or need help, and so many organisations are prepared to give it. The problem is making sure they can find each other with all the “noise” about. This project will be so valuable to so many.”

Anthony Bolton
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"A huge challenge facing Sussex will be the large number of people who have or will lose their jobs as a result of the pandemic. We hope the RPD Foundation will be able to help a number of these find new outlets for their skills and The Boltini Trust is delighted to help them achieve this.”

What do we mean by Meaningful Social Impact?

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What is CSR and other related terms?

Corporate Social Responsibility is a management concept whereby companies integrate social and environmental concerns into their business operations and can also support the charity sector by contributing to their charitable goals. CSR helps charities in ways such as fundraising, providing volunteers, marketing and communications, sharing expertise and facilities, and financial donations.

ESG (or Environmental, Social and Governance) is a holistic approach to CSR, which measures a business's impact on society and the environment and how transparent and accountable it is.

CSR, social value, and social impact are concepts that businesses can use to create positive environmental and social change.

What types of CSR are there?

Historically, Corporate Social Responsibility has been split into four categories:

  • Environmental responsibility
  • Economic responsibility
  • Ethical responsibility
  • Social responsibility
What is Social Value?

Social value is a long-term commitment to giving back, and is measured by an organisation’s positive impact on society, a local community or within an environment. Businesses focus on short-term goals and provide benefits to the economic, social, and environmental impact of a charity or individual.

What is Social Impact?

Social impact is a long-term sustainable strategy that enables businesses to invest their time and resources in benefiting organisations, charities, individuals, or communities. It is frequently measured by the positive changes they bring to society, such as reducing poverty, improving health, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusivity.

As an Organisation, why should we get involved in CSR?

These are a few of the benefits:

  • Increased employment engagement by attracting, retaining and developing a diverse, inclusive and thriving workforce
  • Positive business reputation
  • Customer retention and loyalty
  • Environmental and sustainability awareness
  • Support for local communities
  • Develop investment opportunities
  • Positive impact on the bottom line!
As a Charity, what are the benefits I can gain from CSR?

These are a few of the benefits you can gain from CSR:

  • Increased numbers of volunteers, including skills-based volunteers
  • Sponsors and fundraising partners
  • Brand awareness and exposure in your local community
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What Partners are involved?

We work with many partners in the local area, including Richard Place Dobson, Crawley Community Action, Manor Royal Business District, Gatwick Airport, Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust, Boltini Trust, Gatwick Diamond Business, Creative Pod, and Sussex Community Foundation.