At JSM, we’re celebrating a hat-trick of football-focused community grants, with our latest initiative supporting grassroots players at Bromley Green FC U11s. Led by Ashley Collins, Senior Estimator at JSM, who manages two grassroots football teams and successfully applied for funding to support his Bromley Green FC U11 squad. 

Thanks to Ashley’s dedication and JSM’s support, the team now has lightweight rain jackets to keep them warm and dry during training and matches. The jackets arrived just in time for the weekend’s game, and Ashley captured a few great photos of the team proudly wearing them. 

Ashley Collins says: 

Bromley Green FC would like to thank JSM for providing the team jackets. They look fantastic and the kids couldn’t be happier! It’s a really nice gesture that means a lot to the players and parents, and the team are wearing them proudly every week.

We’re thrilled to see how this support has helped the team thrive both on and off the pitch. A big thank you to Ashley for his commitment to grassroots football, and best of luck to Bromley Green FC U11s – keep playing with pride! 

On Saturday, 12th July, Stockwood Park in Luton hosted the annual Community Action Trust UK Golf Day – bringing people together in support of vulnerable elderly and children in Zimbabwe. We’re excited to share that, including JSM’s Community Grant contribution, this year’s event raised £2,348 to fund essential aid programs. The funds will help provide:

• Monthly food parcels
• Prescription medication
• Mobility aids (wheelchairs, walkers, crutches)
• Hygiene products, toys, sports kits
• Community luncheons for elderly beneficiaries

Over the past eight years, the Community Action Trust UK has shipped an impressive:

• 438 adult wheelchairs
• 670 walkers
• 800 crutches

Next up: 35 adult wheelchairs, 30 children’s wheelchairs, and 100 walkers are en route.

On behalf of the Board of Trustees and all the volunteers at Communities Action Trust UK, we offer you our heartfelt gratitude and thank you for your generosity and continued support.

said Tracey J. Bell, Chairperson, Communities Action Trust UK. The JSM Community Grant scheme is set up to help causes our employees are involved in and we’re honoured to support initiatives that drive dignity, accessibility, and community impact. Thank you to everyone who made this event a success.

JSM had the honour of sponsoring the Prime Consultancy Group Golf Day, a fantastic event that brought together people for a great cause.

Through the energy and generosity of everyone involved, the day raised vital funds for Hayley’s Heroes – a charity that helps young adults aged 18 to 45 living with cancer create special and lasting memories with their loved ones.

Martyn Crocker, Head of Business Development, JSM, said “We were delighted to support the Prime Consultancy Group Golf Day. Held at the Weald of Kent, the event was superbly organised and the generosity shown throughout the event was truly humbling. It’s a privilege to know the funds raised will go towards helping Hayley’s Heroes continue their incredible work in creating joyful, lasting memories for young adults facing cancer.

Congratulations to all who made the day the success it was!

 

In the spirit of Volunteer Week, a dedicated group of JSM volunteers spent the day at Fair Havens Hospice in Southend, contributing their time and energy to help maintain the hospice grounds.

The team focused on weeding and pruning key areas around the facility, starting with the ambulance bay and later moving on to clear the walkways and car park. Their efforts aimed to create a more welcoming and pleasant environment for both residents and visitors.

Each year in the UK, Volunteers’ Week is celebrated from the first Monday of June. It’s a dedicated time to recognise the invaluable contributions of volunteers across the country. This national celebration not only honours the time and effort given by volunteers but also raises awareness of the vital role volunteering plays in strengthening communities and supporting essential services.

Fair Havens Hospice, part of Havens Hospices, provides compassionate care and support to adults living with complex or incurable conditions in Southend. Their services are completely free of charge and tailored to meet the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs of patients and their families. Whether delivered at the hospice or in the comfort of a patient’s home, their care helps people make the most of every day, from diagnosis through to end-of-life support.

Corporate Volunteering is an excellent way for businesses to get involved with the community they operate in and help make everyday count for the families we care for. A family’s first visit to Little Havens or Fair Havens is often a huge step, so first impressions are important. We’re so grateful to the businesses who support our team of garden volunteers, by spending a day tending to our gardens, so they offer a welcoming and relaxing environment for patients, families, visitors, staff and volunteers.

said Amy Bell, Corporate Volunteering lead. By the end of the day, the transformation was clear. The walkways were completely weed-free, and the hospice grounds looked refreshed and cared for. It was a long day of physical work, but one filled with purpose and camaraderie. For many of the volunteers, it was a deeply rewarding experience, one to remember. The team looks forward to returning in the future to continue supporting the hospice and the wider community. At JSM, we take great pride in the social and environmental impact of our volunteer initiatives. Every employee is encouraged to give back, with two paid volunteering days per year to support a cause of their choice. So far in 2025, our team has contributed 128 hours of volunteering, and we’re committed to growing that number as we continue to support meaningful causes across the UK.

On 21st May 2025, a team of dedicated JSM Group Ltd employees rolled up their sleeves and volunteered their time and energy to support the Ealing Beaver Project – a pioneering urban rewilding initiative. Working alongside project co-founder Elliot Newton and Urban Rewilding Officer Digby Wheeler, the team contributed to vital habitat maintenance and public access improvements at the site.

The day began with the restoration of an overgrown access path. Using tools such as bowsaws, loppers, spades, and digging forks, the team cleared excess vegetation and encroaching trees. The aim was to create a safer, more accessible route for the public to reach the beaver ponds, while also discouraging use of unofficial and potentially damaging pathways.

In addition to the pathway, two JSM volunteers went above and beyond by donning chest waders and stepping into the water to remove litter and debris from the beaver enclosure. Items such as shopping trolleys, drink cans, and overgrown vegetation were cleared to ensure the water remained clean and safe for the resident beavers. While beavers are naturally adept at managing their environment – a fascinating fact we learned during our time on site – heavier waste items require human intervention.

By the end of the day, the team had successfully created a welcoming new pathway for local residents and improved the water quality within the beaver habitat. It was a rewarding and inspiring experience for all involved, and we look forward to one day returning to continue supporting this incredible project.

It was fantastic to have the brilliant team from JSM join us at Paradise Fields, home of the Ealing Beaver Project. Their hard work made a real impact; from building a vital new footpath to help us manage our ‘beaver deceiver’ water control system, to clearing reeds and removing trolleys from the pond to improve beaver viewing. We even explored the site together, sharing insights into beaver ecology and their incredible activities. A huge thank you to JSM for their generous support. We hope to see you again on more rewilding projects across London, helping nature and people thrive together.

said Elliot Newton, Co-Founder.

JSM Group Ltd. chose to volunteer for this initiative not only because of its environmental significance but also because of its strong community impact. The project’s goal is to create a safe and sustainable habitat for beavers while helping to prevent flooding in the local area – benefiting both wildlife and the surrounding community. At JSM, we are passionate about giving back. Supporting our communities is at the core of who we are. Since 2021, JSM has proudly contributed over 351 hours of volunteer work, a testament to our ongoing commitment to making a meaningful difference.

As part of our Community Grant scheme, designed to support causes close to our employees’ hearts, we’re proud to back Kent Crusaders.

Our donation supported their recent awards evening – a brilliant celebration recognising dedication, achievement and community spirit.

We were touched to receive a message of thanks from Adam, Head Basketball Coach;

On behalf of everyone at Kent Crusaders, I would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation for your generous sponsorship of our awards evening. Your support played a key role in making the event a memorable celebration of achievement and community. I am truly grateful for your contribution.

We’re always pleased to help local organisations make a positive impact.

Last week, a group of JSM volunteers had the privilege of supporting Cranborne Primary School with vital maintenance work and what an incredibly rewarding two days it was!

Our team transformed the school’s playground into a brighter, more welcoming space. We repaired and repainted outdoor picnic benches, turning them from worn and unsafe into cheerful, safe spots where children can enjoy their break times.

We also tackled key health and safety upgrades to two emergency exits, replacing steps and a wheelchair ramp, all built using sustainable, repurposed wood. We’re proud to have delivered improvements that make a real difference, while keeping sustainability at the heart of our work.

Amanda Lehmann, School Business Manager, Cranborne Primary School said;

At a time when school budgets are under pressure, the financial savings from JSM’s generous contribution mean that we can now invest more into resources that directly benefit our children. We are truly grateful for their hard work, generosity, and the positive impact they’ve had on our school community.

“Thank you to Constance Dickie MCIM, Claire Parsons and the whole JSM team for coming to our rescue! We look forward to working with you again this Summer.

A huge thank you to Cranborne Primary School for the warm welcome, and to our amazing JSM team for showing what community spirit looks like in action.