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Compass Group UK and Ireland is celebrating three years of impact through its partnership with The Compass Group Foundation, the Group’s independent charitable foundation.
Launched in 2023 by parent company Compass Group, the Foundation is marking a period of rapid progress in breaking down barriers to opportunity and supporting people and communities to build more resilient futures.
The Foundation has already supported more than 21,000 people and backed over 300 small enterprises globally, including farmers and food entrepreneurs, across 14 countries. In the UK and Ireland, the Foundation supported eight charities in 2025, distributing nearly £200,000 to support vital community‑based work.
At the heart of this work is a focus on people – creating pathways into meaningful work for refugees, people with disabilities and women in vulnerable situations; empowering farmers and food entrepreneurs to build sustainable livelihoods and strengthening local food systems. Through targeted partnerships and practical support, it has also helped unlock surplus food to deliver hundreds of thousands of meals to communities in need.
The Compass Group Foundation’s 2025 Impact Report brings these numbers to life through stories from across its programmes, highlighting how focused support, delivered in partnership with charities and community organisations, can help people rebuild confidence, access work and create more resilient local economies.
Robin Mills, Chair of The Compass Group Foundation and CEO of Compass Group UK & Ireland said:
“The Compass Group Foundation’s Annual Impact Report reflects the extraordinary outcomes, partnerships and stories that have shaped our work over the past year. Together with our charity partners we have already reached more than 21,000 people and supported over 300 small enterprises globally, including small scale farmers.”
Justine Johnson, Manager, Ladder Foundation:
“Through holistic support, skills development and strong community partnerships, we aim to empower people not only to enter the hospitality workforce, but to grow, succeed and lead fulfilling lives.
“Yohannes, a recent graduate of the programme, has been working as a Barista at well-known football club in the area, and we’re delighted that he has now been offered a permanent position at the club.”
As the Compass Group Foundation enters its fourth year, it remains committed to supporting inclusive economies and ensuring more people have the opportunity not just to participate, but to thrive.
FMJ and Watco Webinar: Meeting compliance in a new culture of accountability
From January 2026, the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) formally separated from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Created under the Building Safety Act 2022 in response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the BSR is designed to raise safety standards across the built environment and introduce a stronger culture of accountability, transparency, and proactive risk management.
This shift places facilities managers in a more strategic safety assurance role – far beyond routine maintenance.
FMJ and Watco are hosting a webinar on 22 April at 11:00am to explore what this new regulatory landscape means for FMs. To register for the webinar click here.
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