makes everyone realise that we are not merely in business for self-serving reasons - it definitely creates a feel-good factor amongst the staff. David McCall, Munro Architects

In 2004, Diageo employees at Kilmarnock/Hurlford raised over £23k for charity projects, and this was match funded by the Diageo Foundation. Diageo believe benefits of good Corporate Social Responsibility help to create a sustainable business environment. Diageo Scotland Ltd, Kilmarnock

Food Partners have scheduled time at the end of their staff Appraisal meetings to cover volunteering work, such as any time or support that may be required to assist a member of staff in this way. Food Partners Ltd

The staff volunteers involved have gained a sense of satisfaction from making a difference in their local community. The cross participation of employees from different departments gave an excellent opportunity to team-work alongside colleagues they would not previously have worked with. Elaine Cowan, Glaxo SmithKline

Merchants regard Corporate Social Responsibility as an important business priority and integral to the achievement of their overall business strategy.   Through building good relationships with the local community, Merchants have raised their profile in the community and business world, achieving good PR and media coverage. .  Merchants Limited

Tomkinson Shaw also keep a charity log book, which is accessible to all staff. Staff are encouraged to volunteer outside work and can be given flexible hours. Tomkinson Shaw Recruitment

abic contact details

Ayrshire Business in the - Community
Suite 1006
Glasgow Prestwick - International Airport
Prestwick
KA9 2PL

t: 01292 670146
e: lcraig @ayrshirebic.org
w: www.ayrshirebic.org

Atrium Homes
Atrium value their staff and are committed to being a responsible employer which fulfils its legal obligations. They have a sustainability policy in place which aims to balance business objectives with their commitment to sustainability and value for money.  more

B&Q
B&Q believe in supporting local community groups, and their Better Neighbour Grant is open to all local groups including Brownies, Hospitals, Charity Organisations etc. Staff members can become involved by viewing the Social Responsibility notice board in the staff canteen. more

Bioforce
Bioforce is a family owned business, established in 1987. It has been based in Ayrshire since 1990. One of the main precepts on which Bioforce is based is built on ‘helping people to help themselves’. more

Diageo
Historically known as the Johnnie Walker whisky plant, Diageo has been embedded within the local Ayrshire community since the company was founded in 1820. Diageo believe that community involvement is a vital part of corporate citizenship. more

Foodpartners
Food Partners is a growing food manufacturing business located in Kilmarnock, Ayrshire. The majority of staff working at Food Partners are from the local area. Food Partners also work closely with Jobcentre Plus to offer guaranteed interviews to SIP residents. more

Goodrich
Goodrich understands the benefits of building relationships with the local community, and when possible, try to recruit local people, and advertise in the local job centre and newspapers. Goodrich also works closely with schools in order to promote Goodrich as a reputable company. more

GPIA
Employees are encouraged to become involved in community work and can be proactively involved through the airport granting discretionary leave and flexible working. more

Kerr & Smith (Bronze Award)
Both Jim Smith and Bill Kerr realise the benefits of building and maintaining good relationships with their local community. Their company regularly provides both financial and in kind support to local groups and individuals and encourages staff members to participate in community activities. more

Kerr & Smith (Silver Award)
The Company vision is to build stronger links with the younger community and involve them in work placement projects in an effort to give them an interest away from anti social behaviour. Kerr & Smith are actively involved in the “Determined to Succeed” schools project.  more

Merchants
Through building good relationships with the local community, Merchants have raised their profile in the community and business world, achieving good PR and media coverage. more

Munro Architects
'To those who are active in the community, it is understood that they gain immensely from their efforts, not only by direct work referrals, but by many indirect word of mouth referrals’. more

Princess Trust
Employees are encouraged to carry out voluntary work and are given time off to attend. A new project will allow thirty volunteers the opportunity to work with carers and this is funded by the Volunteer Action Fund. more

Tomkinson Shaw Recruitment
All employees are encouraged to support local community activities. Tomkinson Shaw also keep a charity log book, which is accessible to all staff. Staff are encouraged to volunteer outside work and can be given flexible hours. more

Travail Employment Group
It is the company’s policy to support charitable organisations whenever possible. In 2005, the Ayr branch set a target of donating £1500 to charity and managed to surpass this. Some supported causes were Ayrshire Hospice, The Beatson and Malcolm Sargent House. more

Yipworld.com
Yipworld.com are winners of the Scottish Enterprise Ayrshire Business in the Community Award 2003/4. It is part of the yipworld.com ethos to encourage staff to develop their skills to full potential. more