Network backs festive fundraising initiatives
Martin James Network employees have joined multiple fundraising initiatives this festive season to support Birmingham communities.
As a long-standing commitment, the network has volunteered with Mission Christmas again this year.
As well as donating gifts, colleagues have been encouraged to take a 'care-day ' to spend time helping the Mission Christmas team pack presents, so that children from less fortunate backgrounds will enjoy opening a gift this Christmas.
As well as caring for the local communities, MJN are proud to be supporting over 25 families and individual refugees with winter support packs to aid them this Christmas.
MJN 's co-founder, Ayyab Cockburn said: “At this time of year, human connection is more important than ever. Here at the network we try to use our privilege to ensure communities are able to thrive cohesively ”.
The Martin James Network aims to make a difference and positively impact the areas of families, cultures, and communities. The network was built to support the growth of companies and entrepreneurs who contribute to a better, more inclusive society.
The Martin James Foundation, part of MJN, works to secure better outcomes for young children and believes 'all children should grow up in a safe and loving home '.
To support the foundation, Network colleagues have been encouraged to activate their Amazon Smile accounts, meaning when colleagues shop, Amazon will donate 0.5 per cent to MJF at no extra cost to them.
The Martin James Foundation 's UK Programme, EPIC, offers grants, mentoring and technical support which strengthens the growth of young entrepreneurs, empowering them to become their own boss.
In a bid to raise funds for this programme, MJN launched an internal silent auction and raffle which together raised over £2000, all of which will go towards supporting eight young adults visualise their dreams and create their fearless futures.
MJN 's founder, Jim Cockburn, said: “As MJN closes a turbulent, yet unquestionably positive year, the organisation is proud of the lasting contribution made by colleagues and wishes everyone a safe and happy new year. ”