Complex Facilities Social Impact Days

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At Amey, giving back to places, people, and the planet is central to our mission. Every full-time colleague across the organisation receives two paid Social Impact Days annually to dedicate to volunteering, fundraising, or educational outreach.

At a glance

  • Every full-time Amey colleague receives two paid Social Impact Days each year to dedicate to charity work, volunteering, or fundraising.
  • In 2025, Complex Facilities teams used these days to give back through fundraising, volunteering, education, and community improvements.
  • From creative fundraising to hands-on volunteering, colleagues raised thousands for charities, improved community spaces, and supported environmental initiatives such as river clean-ups and wildlife conservation.
  • Over 1,590 hours were spent engaging with schools through work experience, career workshops, and sustainability projects, helping students build confidence and practical skills.
  • Across the year, we delivered more than 500 Social Impact Days, created over 17,000 meaningful interactions, and generated £81 million in social value - showcasing the power of collective action.

Key metrics

  • 17,381

    meaningful interactions

  • 500

    plus Social Impact Days taken

  • 741

    hours of education and skills outreach

Our Complex Facilities teams delivered an outstanding contribution in 2025, raising thousands for charities and supporting communities through a wide range of initiatives, from creative fundraising to environmental projects and skills development.

 

We wanted to generate measurable social value.

What was the challenge?

Amey’s mission is to create positive social impact alongside delivering essential services, but the challenge was how to embed this commitment into everyday operations in a way that was meaningful, measurable, and scalable. We needed to provide colleagues with opportunities to give back to their communities while aligning with our values of sustainability, education, and social responsibility.

Communities across the UK face diverse challenges, from environmental concerns such as river pollution and habitat loss, to social issues like isolation, lack of resources, and limited access to career opportunities. Schools and young people often need support to build confidence and practical skills, while charities rely on fundraising to continue vital work.

The aim was to create a structured programme that empowered colleagues to contribute their time and skills to address these needs. By introducing Social Impact Days, we sought to tackle these challenges head-on, enabling colleagues to volunteer, fundraise, and engage in educational outreach, while demonstrating Amey’s commitment to improving lives and places. The ultimate goal was to generate measurable social value and strengthen community resilience through collective action.

We give colleagues two paid days annually to volunteer, fundraise, or deliver educational outreach.

How did Amey approach the problem?

Amey addressed the challenge by introducing Social Impact Days, giving every full-time colleague two paid days annually to dedicate to volunteering, fundraising, or educational outreach. This structured approach ensured flexibility while maximising impact for communities and the environment.

We leveraged expertise across our Complex Facilities teams, drawing on operational knowledge, local networks, and partnerships with charities, schools, and veteran organisations. Our teams designed and delivered a wide range of initiatives, from river clean-ups and wildlife conservation projects to school engagement programmes that focused on sustainability, teamwork, and career development.

Innovation was at the heart of our approach. Programmes such as “We Solve It” and Positive Futures introduced students to real-world challenges, helping them develop practical skills and confidence. We also supported veterans through tailored mentoring and employment initiatives like Service to Success and Combat2Coffee, creating pathways for meaningful careers.

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Our teams delivered a wide range of initiatives, from river clean-ups and wildlife conservation projects to school engagement programmes.

We reinforced our commitment to making a positive difference for people, places, and the planet.

What was the outcome?

Amey’s Social Impact Days initiative delivered significant and measurable benefits for communities, schools, charities, and the environment throughout 2025.

Across Complex Facilities, colleagues completed over 500 Social Impact Days, generating an impressive £81,454,557 in social value and creating 17,381 meaningful interactions.

Our teams raised thousands of pounds for charities such as Macmillan Cancer Support, Cancer Research UK, and Alzheimer’s Research UK through coffee mornings, physical challenges, and community events. Environmental projects like river clean-ups and wildlife conservation improved local habitats, while practical volunteering revitalised schools, hospices, and community spaces.

Education and skills development were a major focus, with over 1,590 hours dedicated to school engagement, career workshops, and sustainability projects, helping students build confidence and practical skills for the future.

This collective effort demonstrates the power of purposeful action and reinforces Amey’s commitment to making a positive difference for people, places, and the planet.

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