Giving Back in the Communities Where We Live
Our individual business units are responsible for determining which organizations and causes matter most to them, as well as how best to support them through either monetary donations and/or volunteering.
Harris Altera Focuses on Meaningful Impact Through Their Global Community Initiatives
Harris Altera and its business units continue to focus on meaningful impact through their global community initiatives. The Altera APAC team participated in the Kmart Giving Tree Initiative, providing gifts to children and families in need during the holiday season. In Adelaide, employees supported Share the Dignity, helping vulnerable women and girls access essential items. Across EMEA, teams contributed to NHS charities, Save the Children’s Festive Jumper Day, and health and well-being programs while also engaging in cultural celebrations, mental health awareness, and environmental initiatives. In North America, the Paragon team stepped up to assist Coffee Regional Medical Center in Georgia after it was impacted by Hurricane Helene, collecting donations and supplies.
Mountsorrel Community Food Project
The Perseus Catalyst team donated non-perishable food to the Mountsorrel Community Food Project, a local charity that provides food and other necessities to those struggling to feed themselves and their families. The Project also provides support through money and financial advice, support churches and community outreach.
C&R Software’s Frosty Fundraiser
Jonas’ C&R Software BU was proud to support their very own Jonathon Dunlop as he glided across the ice in a fundraiser benefiting children with physical disabilities. The tournament was a resounding success, bringing together athletes, sponsors, and community members in a flurry of activity and support. Collectively, the tournament raised over $140,000. The funds raised will go towards creating life-changing opportunities for children with physical disabilities, including sending some kids to camp as well as fund mobility and accessibility equipment.
Advanced Utility Team Gives Back
The Harris Advanced team embraced giving back through two impactful initiatives. They hosted a Holiday Potluck with a food drive, collecting 135 lbs. of food for Toronto’s Daily Bread Food Bank, as well as partnered with 5N2 to prepare meals for those in need.
Christmas Jumper Day
All Perseus UK BUs participated in Christmas Jumper Day to support Save the Children. Whether they were working online or in the office, the teams not only got to wear their festive jumpers for the day, they also successfully raised funds for a great cause. Save the Children is a charity that provides essential food, clean water, medical treatment, education, family reunification and psychosocial support to children in need globally.
C&R Rallies Behind One of Their Own
At Jonas’ C&R, one of their co-workers was diagnosed with a brain tumor and their colleagues around the world stepped up in support. Employees were invited to reflect on something they were grateful for and submit a photo of themselves with the person or thing they appreciated. Along with that they also submitted words of encouragement. These photos and sentiments were then turned into a video and photo book which was sent to lift their co-workers’ spirits during the long recovery. Charitable donations were also voluntarily made to the research foundation in her honor.
Frontline Aurora Employees Support Their Community
Harris’ Frontline Aurora employees, as part of their Gives Back program and the National Day of Service, volunteered across geographies from Bangor, ME, to Ottawa, ON, and Costa Rica. Nearly 50 bags of essentials were donated, with our volunteers supporting food banks, shelters, clean-ups, and families in need—showcasing our commitment to community, resilience, and service.
Ibcos Food Bank Donation
The Perseus Ibcos team collected food to donate to families during the holiday season through a local charity, Hope for Food. Hope for Food is a UK-based charity that focuses on providing life’s basic essentials to the people most in need.
Harris Corporate Employees Make the Most of Volunteer Day
Harris’ corporate employees used their Volunteer Day hours to support Shepherds of Good Hope – collecting essential items in advance and spending the day volunteering as sous chefs, preparing and serving meals for those in need.
Harris DACH Employees Participate in Meaningful Give Back Projects
Harris DACH employees continued their practice of proposing meaningful give back projects, which are then internally voted on for additional support from our DACH businesses. The supported projects this year focused on supporting those in need over the Holidays with employee collaboration. Supported organizations included TV Warnemünde, Rostocker Sieben e.V., and Kinderkrebshilfe e.V., creating a lasting positive impact.
Harris Rialtas Team Supports Their Community Through Giving Back
The Harris Rialtas team hosted a bake-off-themed coffee morning, inviting customers, colleagues, and the local community to enjoy homemade treats while raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. They also supported a customer’s Christmas Parcel Appeal by collecting donations to help Haydon Wick Parish Council deliver over 150 parcels, supporting vulnerable elderly residents in the community.
Supporting Animal Well Being
Our colleagues at Harris’ MEDHOST business spent a day volunteering at Williamson County Animal Center (WCAC), a facility dedicated to humane animal care through community programs. One of our colleagues even found a new furry friend to adopt.
Hiking, Biking, Swimming, Running and Sharing
Our colleagues at Harris’ OneFile business took part in several local events in support of their local community. From hiking to raise funds for cancer research to taking part in an ironman to sharing their industry knowledge at a local college.
Volaris Gives Back
In August, Volaris Group sponsored a back-to-school event with Weston Frontlines Centre, a community based not-for-profit focused on supporting youth with leadership skills, homework clubs and home-cooked meals to help them thrive.
Volaris volunteers provided free backpacks and school supplies to students heading back to school in Weston and the Greater Toronto Area, served up burgers and hot dogs for all attendees, and delivered games and activities to help the kids end their summer vacation on a high note.
Members of the Volaris team also attended a gala to support Frontlines in October, with all proceeds from tickets and auctions going to fund the organization's efforts.
Ongoing Commitment for Homes of Hope
Our colleagues at Yonder donated €15,000 to help build a new home for a family in need—their 7th house so far. Each year, the Yonder team works to build at least one home for families from villages within their community.
Jonas Collections and Recovery: Working with Humanitarian Empowerment Fund (HEF)
Our colleagues at Jonas Collections and Recovery took part in several programs in their local communities including the Kids' Breakfast Program, the School Vegetable Garden Project and the Stationery Kits for Underprivileged Students.
Harris Altera Gives Back to Their Communities
During a recent leadership offsite in India, Harris Altera team members gathered from across the country and visited the Sheila Kothavala Institute for the Deaf, an organization dedicated to empowering the hearing-impaired through education and communication skills. The team spent time learning sign language basics, interacting with students, and engaging in activities with students. The Altera marketing team used their annual Bonfire in the U.S., to take part in a 9/11 giveback event, packing food bags for those in need across the country.
Planting Trees, Supporting Education and Riding for Charity
Harris D-A-CH SIV employees took part in Rostock10 supporting the My Tree for Rostock CO₂ reduction campaign, supported the School for Africa - an education project in Tanzania and Rwanda, and joined the Hanse-Tour Sonnenschein, a charity ride for seriously ill children. The teams raised funds, gave their time and shared their commitment to making a difference.
Giving Back Through Knowledge: Yonder’s Cybersecurity Session at Casa Filip
Yonder’s Security Team led an interactive session on cybersecurity, data protection, and fraud prevention at Casa Filip, a “home” for people fighting cancer away from home.
Empowering Future Innovators: Supporting Robotics Excellence
Yonder supported the Phoenix Robotics High School Team, who qualified for the International Competition in Chicago (USA). By supporting initiatives like this, we encourage students to pursue their passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Soups On
Our colleagues at Harris’ SMB Solutions business worked to support Moisson Québec, where they helped prepare hundreds of pots of soup for distribution to those in need across the greater Quebec City area.
Baking to Support Hope
The Harris Commerce Decisions business hosted a Macmillan Coffee Morning at their office, where employees showcased their baking talents with a variety of homemade treats raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Helping Those In Need
Our colleagues at Assetworks took part in the Toronto based “Shoe drive for Africa” in support of improving the health and well-being of those in East Africa who don’t have access to or cannot afford closed toed shoes to protect their feet from sand fleas.
Giving Back While Moving to Smaller Office Space
Our Perseus WinTech BU donated much of their excess office items to local organizations while moving to smaller office space - Full Circle Youth Empowerment in Bridgeport, CT is using the donated furniture to furnish their new 2,000 square foot space, Community Resource Center of Mamaronech, NY has taken chairs, projectors, filing cabinets and other furniture for their new office space and various hospitals took extra garbage cans and other office furniture.
Cooking for Charity: A Tradition of Giving at Yonder
Our Yonder employees continued their tradition of Cooking for Charity event raising €3,500, which Yonder tripled. The funds will support building a house for a child with epidermolysis bullosa, helping brothers battling leukemia and autism, and constructing a campus for children with oncological diseases.
In Support of Cancer Research
Our colleagues at our SPARK TSL BU, in keeping with their belief in supporting both fund raising and volunteering, recently invested some of their annual volunteer time at a regional distribution centre in Warrington sorting through donated items and getting them ready for sale in the high street shops.
The Baltimore Hunger Project
On Perseus colleagues in our Hunt Valley office participated in an event for the Baltimore Hunger Project, where they packaged and sorted non-perishable food items for distribution. This initiative will help the Baltimore Hunger Project’s mission to provide weekend food packages for food-insecure children in Baltimore and surrounding areas.
Insuresoft Stays Connected
Our colleagues at Insuresoft sponsored a kids triathlon fundraiser for the Secret Meals for Hungry Children in support of those kids who are not able to get the food nutrition they need. The group also continues to be an active partner with the American Red Cross and hosted a blood drive for both employees and other members of the local community to support kids in being able to receive the needed those kids in need.
Mandela Day
Harris’ Interfile BU took part in Mandela Day to honor the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. Our employees worked together to collect non-perishable items to donate to several local charities and the BU made a financial donation as well.
Celebrating Nelson Mandela Day
Volaris’ Adapt IT BU celebrated Nelson Mandela Day by supporting the Bakgethwa Orphan Centre. Our team collected and delivered much needed groceries, books and clothing items – making a difference for those in need.
Supporting Education
This summer, our Yonder colleagues collected books, games, and school supplies for kindergartens and schools in rural areas within their community. Their donations enriched local libraries and provided essential resources, giving the children a better chance to succeed.
Helping Kids Kick Off the Summer with Some Fun
The Harris NorthStar BU took part in the year-end fun fair at their sponsored DFJ School in Ottawa, Canada. The inflatables, including a bouncy slide and obstacle course, brought smiles, laughter, and a sense of community to the event. The NorthStar team is proud to have played a part in creating such joyful and memorable moments for the students.
Harris Rides for Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)
Some of our Harris employees took part in the CN Cycle for CHEO raising funds for research, family support, and care for children affected by cancer. Together, Team Harris raised $8,891 making a real difference in the lives of many.
Jonas Supports Defenders of Freedom
Our colleagues at Jonas continued their long-standing relationship and collaboration with Defenders of Freedom in their support of veterans suffering from traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-traumatic stress (PTS). This year some of our employees volunteered at their annual golf event.
Cleaning up for Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Our Commerce Decisions and Quicksilva BUs teamed up to assist the team at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust by tidying up an expansion site that will allow the hospital to expand its footprint and make an even larger difference in the community.
Marching in March | Supporting International Women’s Day
A number of our Jonas Collections & Recovery colleagues ran, walked, hiked, biked, rowed, ellipticalled, swam, skied, snowboarded, skated, wheelchaired, golfed, climbed stairs and golfed all to raise funds for Barefoot International. They smashed their original target of 500 kilometers in 31 days reaching over 1,500 helping women in rural poverty improve their life chances.
The team also partnered with Saorsa in an open conversation open to all genders and across all geographies to discuss menopause. The team engaged in an open, honest and tremendously educational conversation on this once taboo subject.
Chess for Change: Empowering Rural Youth
Yonder supported the Rotary Club Copou's chess tournament, providing free participation for 100 underprivileged children. The event, held in Iași, combined competition with charity, offering prizes and scholarships to encourage young talents.
Volunteering in Their Community
The Harris Rialtas BU joined the Wiltshire & Berkshire Canal Trust in their efforts to restore the historic canal. The Trust and its dedicated members are working to restore nearly 70 miles of the canal, aiming to bring both recreational and environmental benefits to the area. The Rialtas team contributed by installing a bench at a scenic spot along the tow path and clearing overgrown canal banks. Their efforts will enhance the natural beauty of the canal and provide long-term benefits for the local communities and wildlife.
Volaris’ Adapt IT Group Embraces Their Part in Social Responsibility
Adapt IT is engaging in several ways with their local communities, all in an effort to make a difference.
Partnering with Adopt-a-School Foundation by investing time, effort, and financial contributions into various Information Technology (IT) and education programmes to create a better and more equal society in a sustainable manner.
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Adopted South African Schools |
2023 Pass Rate |
Total Passed Learners |
Distinctions Achieved |
|
Mzomhle Secondary School (Eastern Cape) |
92.4% |
159 |
14 |
|
Kwazamokuhle Secondary School (Mpumalanga) |
88.7% |
149 |
40 |
|
Lodirile Secondary School (Gauteng) |
82.8% |
159 |
21 |
|
Modilati Secondary School (Hammanskraal) |
80.1% |
233 |
46 |
|
Hlahlindlela Secondary School (KwaZulu Natal) |
53.9% |
97 |
58 |
Jonas | Apryle Showers
Employees from our Jonas Vizergy BU stepped up to run/walk in a 10k in support of the Apryle Showers Foundation – a non-profit organization that serves individuals aged 30-55 in Northeast Florida undergoing treatment for cancer.
Volaris’ Adapt IT Supports Several Programs Within Their Local Community
Our Adapt IT employees invested their time, energy and financial resources in support of several programmes for their local communities.
- Our Wisenet team donated Raspberry Pi’s in support of World Children’s Day
- Our EPM and Caseware team came together to make over 1,300 sandwich packs in support of the Tembisa Sandwich Drive
- Our EPM and Education division joined together to collect clothing donations
Consistently There For Those in Need
Since 2010, Harris’ Innovative Healthcare/Resolv Hospital employees have actively participated in volunteering with Edmond Mobile Meals, committing to monthly meal deliveries and assisting with fundraising events. Our local employees continue to demonstrate their to their community and those in need. Edmond Mobile Meals' mission is to provide nourishing meals and companionship to elderly and disabled individuals, promoting independence and well-being.
Our Daily Bread – Hunt Valley Office
Our Perseus Hunt Valley office partnered with Our Daily Bread, where they prepared zippy beef casseroles for those in need. Our Daily Bread is a charity that is committed to planting seeds of hope for individuals experiencing hunger in Baltimore City and helping them improve their lives.
A Future Without Childhood Dementia
A large group of Topicus employees participated in a walk to support the research and aid against childhood dementia.
Supporting Families in Need with Firewood and Food
Yonder continued its support of families in disadvantaged areas in collaboration with our long-standing trusted partner, Homes of Hope. They provided firewood for 25 families, ensuring warmth during the winter season, and supplied basic groceries.
Nurturing Creative Minds
Yonder sponsored the "Grow, Read, Live" literary contest for middle school students from rural areas, allowing them to explore their imagination through storytelling.
Supporting Vulnerable Children
Our Yonder colleagues from both Cluj and Iasi laced up their shoes in support of vulnerable children in their local communities.
Partnering To Support Those In Need
Our Volaris Covenir BU ran a fundraising campaign that raised funds to support the equivalent of 3,000 meals to help support Feeding America. Feeding America is the largest charity working to end hunger in the United States, as they partner with food banks, food pantries, and local food programs to bring food to people facing hunger.
Toronto Habitat for Humanity Build Day
Our Constellation HomeBuilder team worked with a local Habitat for Humanity organization in the greater Toronto area to help build homes for extremely deserving families. These homes will help families realize their dreams of home ownership and our employees from all over North America were excited to roll up their sleeves and support such a great initiative. Having the opportunity to meet with the family that we were supporting made our efforts even more meaningful.
Modaxo Supports Its Local Communities
Our team at the Simon Ferguson group volunteered for a morning with the Atlanta Food Shelf as well as working at one of their mobile food pantries.
Insuresoft Gives Back
Volaris’ Vencora BU Insuresoft sponsored a kids triathlon fundraiser in support of the Secret Meals for Hungry Children as well as introduced The Microsoft Philanthropies TEALS [Technology Education and Learning Support] program to their software developers. TEALS helps high school students across North America develop and grow sustainable and inclusive computer science programs.
Modaxo ANZ Gives Back
Our team at Modaxo [Volaris] participated in several events including the RSPCA Cupcake Day for animal welfare, R U OK? Day in support of mental health and the Yalari Gala Dinner in support of creating positive change for Indigenous children.
Vela Support of the Fort York Food Bank
The Vela Software group in Toronto have partnered with the Fort York Food Bank in their local community. On their first day, they assisted in providing groceries to more than 1,000 local families and serving more than 100 hot meals to members of their community. They are looking forward to continuing to contribute to this wonderful organization.
SSP Gives Back
Volaris’ SSP BU organized a charity bake sale in support of breast cancer as well as had some of its employees volunteer at Calder Community Cares.
