Charitable giving policy

We are committed to make a real and lasting difference to the communities in which we operate. This is consistent with our emphasis on enhancing the home environment.

We focus our efforts on education, the environment and health.

Home Retail Group Partnership Fund

The Group makes charitable donations through the Home Retail Group Partnership Fund, which was set up in 2007. The fund is governed by a committee comprising senior management and an external appointee.

We only give our support to:

  • Registered charities and non-profit making organisations in countries where Home Retail Group operates
  • Projects that are measurable with a lasting legacy.

We do not consider applications for the following causes:

  • Advertisement
  • Animal welfare
  • Individuals
  • Music, art and entertainment
  • Political or campaigning groups
  • Projects funded from local or central government
  • Religious groups
  • School capital projects and specialist college status
  • Sponsorship
  • Third parties - either individuals or groups raising funds on behalf of charities.

Charity partnerships

We choose a new charity partner for staff fundraising every two years. Colleagues have the final say as the decision is made by vote from a short list of three UK charities and their Irish partners.

From July 2008, our Group charity partner is the British Heart Foundation and Heart Children Ireland. A new Group partner will be sought for July 2010.

Contact

Our community partnerships and investments are managed by the Group Community Affairs Manager.

Proposals for funding should be mailed to the following address, quoting reference HRG-PF:

Lorna Liggett
Community Affairs Manager
Home Retail Group
489-499 Avebury Boulevard
Milton Keynes MK9 2NW

We aim to acknowledge all applications that qualify within 10 working days of receipt. Projects will be reviewed and approved by senior management.