We are proud of our contribution to the community, whether that be through local initiatives (such as employee volunteering or fundraising activities) or through broader community, educational and STEM outreach programmes.
Outreach programmes
These programmes include the Industrial Cadets, the Engineering for a Cleaner World programme with Crossness Power Station and Bexley Eco Fest with the London Borough of Bexley.
We also welcome thousands of people from local schools and community groups to tour our facilities every year.
We conduct these tours to raise awareness of responsible waste management and the circular economy.
Community Fund
Our Community Fund supports activities that improve people’s lives in the communities where we operate, with successful applicants receiving grants of up to £7,500.
These organisations’ activities are all run in a way that’s consistent with Cory’s values. That includes making a positive impact on the local people in the community, protecting the local environment, supporting the circular economy, promoting social and community cohesion, together with diversity and inclusion, and improving science, technology, engineering, mathematical and the arts skills.
In 2023, Cory distributed funding to six organisations:
- Rework – an environmental and community regeneration charity with a mission to transform lives, places and communities in need in London.
- Thurrock Reuse Partnership – an organisation which promotes reuse by encouraging people to donate unwanted items, which are offered for sale at affordable prices.
- The Sapphire Community Group – providing funding for a Talk and Chill Counselling support service to young people in London as well as one-to-one and group support counselling sessions for young people.
- Isle of Dogs Sea Cadets – providing funding for administration costs and supporting 35 young people in taking maritime-based courses, including on dinghies, canoeing and windsurfing.
- The AHOY Centre – a water-based sports charity which provides life-changing opportunities for disadvantaged, disabled, and at-risk youths.
- Power Mobile Gym – supporting an eight-week empowerment camp for 12 young people focused on addressing social cohesion amongst the local community, including education on the danger of gang violence, alternative routes to violent activity, confidence building and enhancing health and well-being.
So what are you waiting for?
Increase your impact today by applying to Cory’s Community Fund.
