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Beaverbrooks Jewellery Retailer Reaches £25 Million Milestone in Charity Support

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The Beaverbrooks chain of jewellery stores, including its Milton Keynes location, has made a significant contribution to a company-wide milestone of £25 million raised for charities. The retailer has achieved this through its commitment to supporting various fundraising activities and donating a portion of its profits to worthy causes. The store team in Milton Keynes has been actively involved in fundraising efforts, including litter picking, volunteering, and sponsored races for local charities. Each colleague also receives an annual £100 donation to give to a cause close to their heart.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Beaverbrooks chain of jewellery stores has reached a company-wide milestone of £25 million raised for charities.
  • The Milton Keynes store has supported this effort with a variety of fundraising activities, including Payroll Giving, with every donation matched by the business to amplify the impact.
  • The store team has taken part in litter picking, volunteering, and sponsored races for local charities, with each colleague receiving £100 to donate to a cause close to their heart.
  • Beaverbrooks donates 20% of its retained profits each year and has supported over 500 charities in the past 25 years.
  • The business leads the way in Payroll Giving, with 45% of colleagues regularly donating through their pay, far above the national average of 6%.
  • The store manager, Erica Young, praised the team's efforts, saying "We're so proud to be part of this £25 million milestone. Giving back is what Beaverbrooks is all about - and our Milton Keynes team love supporting causes that really matter in our community."

Statistics:

  • Beaverbrooks has raised £25 million for charities through its fundraising efforts.
  • The store team in Milton Keynes has participated in various fundraising activities, including litter picking and sponsored races for local charities.
  • The business matches every Payroll Giving donation in order to amplify its impact.
  • 45% of Beaverbrooks colleagues regularly donate through Payroll Giving, compared to a national average of 6%.
  • Beaverbrooks has supported over 500 charities in the past 25 years.
  • The retailer donates 20% of its retained profits each year.

Sources:

  • Beaverbrooks press release
  • Company website: https://www.beaverbrooks.co.uk/100/enriching-lives

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