EVERFI from Blackbaud UK

We loved seeing so many familiar faces yesterday as well as lots of new ones 🤩

In our interview with HR Grapvine we discussed a critical issue facing UK businesses: 77% of companies see 'access to skills' as their top challenge, with 82% expecting it remain a major concern over the next 5 years. Now is the time for action. To ensure your company has the skills it needs both now and in the future, it's imperative that you plan ahead. Supporting educational programmes and fostering early talent development through strategic CSR initiatives, is key to tackling these challenges head-on. By doing so, businesses can build a skilled workforce ready to meet future demands and drive long-term success. 👉Explore how education-based CSR strategies can help bridge the skills gap and turn this challenge into a growth opportunity: https://lnkd.in/eUcGbWTM 🌎Ready to make a difference? Let's work together to turn today's skills shortage into tomorrow's success! https://lnkd.in/estbpweQ . . #csr #esg #ukbusinesses #ukbusiness #unitedkingdom #hr #corporateresponsibility #socialgood

The countdown starts now!⏳ This is your last chance to register for our Social Impact Meet Up tomorrow at 14:30pm @ YOTEL - Deansgate.     Connect with industry leaders, hear from inspiring brands like Aldermore Bank and JustGiving, and discover how social impact can empower your business.   🚨 Don’t miss your chance to be at the forefront of change. Register today! #manchester #manchesterevents #corporateeventsuk #unitedkingdom #esg #csr #corporateresponsibility #corpporateimpact #sustainability #hr #ukhr #ukbusiness #manchesterbusiness

"Education is everything; it's the single biggest way to improve life chances for all." - Jo Daley, Director and Head of Impact at Clearwater.   This philosophy drives the impactful work of Clearwater and we're honoured to work alongside them to drive meaningful change in the UK. Engaging over 1100 students across 25 schools, their efforts have given over 50% of students more confidence about budgeting, investing, managing their finances, and reaching their goals.   Clearwater's educational initiatives not only address a critical gap in education but also give our young people the tools they need to take charge of their financial futures.   We're so proud to collaborate with such dedicated teams and look forward to continuing our journey together - driving positive change and empowering the next generation. Together we can make a difference. 💚

Alongside EVERFI and through their Play to Learn programme, Electronic Arts (EA) is on a mission to transform the world of STEAM learning.    Now in its seventh year, the partnership is sparking young people's curiosity and equipping learners in the UK & USA with next-gen STEAM skills to become tomorrow’s innovators.   With a remarkable 95% increase in students' understanding of STEAM topics, Play to Learn is not just expanding educational horizons - it's helping to pave the way for more people to unlock their potential in the workforce of the future. We're proud to be part of their mission to harness the power of creativity in and beyond games to expand access and opportunity where we live, work, and play. Want to see their impact in action? Check out the video below to see how EA is making a lasting impact on the next generation through the Play to Learn programme.

Let the inspiration commence 💫 We’re delighted to be at the JustGiving Awards this evening 💜 Surrounded by SO many phenomenal stories we can’t wait to listen to each and every one. The ceremony recognises the heroic efforts of individuals, groups and organisations, striving to create a better world for those who need it most - in the most incredible ways 💪 Thank you to our friends at LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) , Flutter Entertainment , Entain , Diageo & Computacenter for joining us this evening. The awards are another fantastic Blackbaud event fuelling (and rewarding) impact 🚀 EVERFI from Blackbaud UK #JGAwards

Aldermore Bank's dedication to improving financial literacy is creating meaningful change across the UK. By sponsoring our interactive financial education programmes in over 25 schools, they're providing students with essential life skills. In the words of Aldermore's CEO, Steven Cooper CBE, "Your background shouldn’t determine your future but, for too many people in our society, it does. Providing access to financial education is one important tool to disrupt this pattern." Aldermore's efforts are helping to level the playing field and build a brighter future for all. 🍎 Discover how Aldermore is supporting financial literacy and making a difference in UK schools: https://lnkd.in/ecUMQQad

At EVERFI from Blackbaud UK, the work we do wouldn't be possible without the incredible businesses we partner with! 💚 We're proud to collaborate with Cumberland Building Society, a key player in enhancing financial literacy for young people. With 47% of 7-to-17 year olds in the UK lacking basic financial education, The Cumberland is stepping up to make a difference. To date, they've engaged over 1,300 students across 41 primary schools in the UK, achieving a remarkable 35% increase in students' knowledge of financial concepts. Their commitment is helping equip students with critical life skills and preparing them for success in the classroom and beyond! 👉 Check out our case study to learn more about the impact The Cumberland is making in UK schools: https://lnkd.in/eMZgksRF

Join us in Manchester on the 25th of September to learn, grow, and connect with fellow CSR, ESG, DEI, and social impact leaders. Be sure to register today! We look forward to seeing you there.

The results are in! 74% of teachers agree that financial education is the most important subject for kids to learn. 📚 But why is it so vital? Because, financial literacy is more than just a subject; it’s a lifeline. By equipping young people with essential life skills, we're not only shaping their futures, we're also enriching the talent pipeline, creating a more skilled future workforce for your business. ✨ 👉 Want to be part of this impact? Discover how investing in education can contribute to developing a diverse and capable workforce for your organisation: https://lnkd.in/ebpWzeEt