The Southend Business and Community Charter Awards recognise businesses that are supporting the local community whether that's through fundraising, volunteering, mentoring, employing apprentices, pro bono work; or anything that helps ensure we have a thriving, vibrant community.

But supporting local charities, community groups and schools isn't just good for the community – it's GOOD FOR BUSINESS too! For example, achieving a Charter Award could help you win more business as Sheila Milbourne of the Hood Group discovered:

"We had a new potential client in earlier this week, household name in insurance, and I was happy to show them the award. It gives credit and credibility to what we do as a local business and helps us to win new clients! The client was impressed and wants to join us in getting involved in local matters or fund raising."

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