Earlier this week may have marked the end of #VolunteersWeek, but we are inspired at Optimised by our incredible employees who put the power of kindness into action all year round.

It’s really important to us that we allow everyone dedicated time to give back to the community to help make a difference. This will also help people develop any specific skills such as improve confidence, self-esteem, and life satisfaction by trying something different and building a real sense of achievement.

We recognise that professional development and improved wellbeing can come from volunteering opportunities which is why we offer one days leave each year to all our employees to do something that they care about.

Emily, our Group HR Manager in Bristol shares her Volunteer experience:

I volunteer in my spare time, usually every 2 weeks with a local charity in Bristol called, Feed The Homeless; https://www.feedthehomeless.org.uk/

The simple aim is to ensure we provide hot nutritious meals to the homeless and rough sleeping community in Bristol.

It’s hugely important to me to help those in need and ensure people do not suffer from hunger. You shouldn’t need any other reason to help someone other than the fact that they need help and unfortunately those needing support is only increasing due to the cost of living. I can’t imagine what people would be doing if it wasn’t for charities like this dedicating their own time and money to help others, it’s amazing. I’m looking forward to dedicating more time to charities through the volunteering leave entitlement at Optimised and developing long lasting partnerships to help those in need and ultimately aiming to make a positive difference.