At JM, Community Investment is integral to our values and our ambitions for the future.
We are committed to supporting the long-term wellbeing of the communities where we live and work. By building strong local relationships and working in partnership with charities, schools, and non-profit organisations, we aim to create meaningful and lasting impact.
Our approach recognises the important role our colleagues play in making a difference. Through volunteering, fundraising, and sharing their skills and expertise, our people help strengthen the communities around us while developing deeper connections to their team and the causes they care about.
We want our Community Investment work to contribute to healthier, more resilient communities where people and the environment can thrive.
We believe that science, and the work of STEM professionals, is key to tackling the big challenges facing the world, to protect people and the planet. To enable this belief and lean into our strengths as a business, we’re aiming for 50% of our annual community investment to align to two pillars:
Science for a sustainable future: with the objective of reducing the barriers to young people entering and staying in STEM education and opportunities.
Sustainable communities: with the objective of building a positive legacy in our communities by contributing to green initiatives and bio-diversity projects locally.
Over the last five years, we have...
Donated over £2.2 million to
non-profits around the world
Volunteered over 9,000 days
I was proud to complete 100km for MIND by taking on the Thames Path Ultra Challenge alongside more than 50 JM colleagues from across the UK. It was truly inspiring to see so many people taking part, pushing their limits to raise money for incredible charities.
Being able to give back to those who are mentally impaired was such a satisfying experience. Seeing all the smiles and joy on the children’s faces as they crossed the finish line was incredible. I will be volunteering at the Special Olympics North America event every year from here on out.
It was an amazing experience running an awareness session on Earth Day with our local government school. Interacting with the students was truly joyful, as we shared our experiences and insights with them. I’m looking forward for being a part of future activities.
It was a great day getting hands-on with nature and making a difference in one of London's beautiful parks. In addition, it was a lovely way to meet others at JM and to connect in a more informal setting - highly recommended.
I use my JM volunteer days to support my role as a school governor. The position offers excellent training in strategic thinking and leadership, and it’s incredibly rewarding to see our governance efforts recognised by Ofsted inspectors.
It was incredibly fulfilling to take part in an activity focused on collecting food donations from supermarkets and sorting them for delivery to food pantry organisations in the Boston area that serve many food-insecure families in need.
Querétaro is facing a serious drought, and reforestation is a crucial step toward help alleviating water scarcity. JM contributed by funding and facilitating the planting of 200 trees. It was an amazing experience - an opportunity to appreciate our ecosystems and understand the importance of protecting them. I'm proud to be part of this effort.
It was a great experience working with Herts for Refugees at the Reading festival. I learned a lot about the important work they're doing and the impact they have across Europe. Would highly recommend salvaging festival sites. It helps both people and the planet by reducing waste.
This experience was truly rewarding and demonstrated our company's commitment to social responsibility. Working with colleagues to make a tangible difference in someone's life fostered a strong sense of camaraderie. I look forward to participating in similar initiatives in the future.
We distributed essentials to people affected by flooding in the Patil Estate slum. It was great initiative organised by our CSR team. I’m very glad to have been part of this activity. It supported both my physical and mental well-being, and it was inspiring to volunteer alongside our amazing team.
I volunteered to help the needy through the Shanghai Songjiang District Volunteers Association. We picked and packed vegetables that were donated to a local nursing home. It's very meaningful activity, not only for employees but also for the local community.
I thoroughly enjoyed volunteering at the Habit Restore, Donation Centre. I spent the day preparing merchandise to sell, testing items, and assisting with donations. I was so impressed with their organisation that I returned a week later with a carload of my own donations.
Return to the sustainability page for an overview of our framework and goals.
