TWO after-school clubs in Redditch are set to be funded by professional services group Gateley.
The company is bringing back its partnership with the Heart of England Forest for a third year, supporting its responsible business objective to back local projects which enhance sustainability.
Founded on a shared vision for a greener, more resilient future, the partnership sees Gateley support the charity in its ultimate mission to create a 30,000-acre forest, equivalent to half the size of Birmingham, through woodland maintenance and tree-planting volunteering days for its colleagues across the Midlands.
In addition, Gateley will continue to use the partnership to facilitate access to green spaces for disadvantaged schoolchildren across the region, and this year will included two Redditch schools, St George’s CE First School and Nursery and St Luke’s CE First School.
Rebecca Sherwin, partner and Birmingham office head, Gateley, said: “Our partnership with the Heart of England Forest has been built on a shared desire to protect and restore our planet.
“As well as supporting the planting of trees and the protection of threatened species, we were particularly proud to have facilitated access to nature for Year 4 pupils from Ark Kings Academy in Birmingham.
“Our responsible business ethos is built on having a positive impact on the communities we serve, and this is the perfect demonstration of how strategic partnerships can support this ambition.”
Fran Bos, Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager, the Heart of England Forest added: “Our collaboration with Gateley has evolved beyond funding – it’s a genuine partnership rooted in shared values and a drive to make a difference.
“From inspiring the next generation through outdoor learning to encouraging employee volunteering and wellbeing, it shows how business and environmental organisations can achieve lasting impact together.”
