The Halesowen-based developer gives each of its employees two paid days to spend volunteering each year, in a bid to lend a helping hand to charities and community groups in need.
Employees at Barratt Homes West Midlands have undertaken 133 volunteering days in the year up to 31 March 2025; a 61% increase on the previous year’s tally of 82 in a bid to ramp up the support for local communities.
Volunteers’ Week, which starts on the first Monday in June each year, celebrates the amazing contributions volunteers make to communities across the UK. It’s a chance to recognise, celebrate and thank the UK’s incredible volunteers for all they contribute to our local communities, the voluntary sector, and society.
Adrian Evans, Managing Director at Barratt Homes West Midlands, said: “It’s fantastic to see an increase in the uptake of our volunteering days, which is a credit to our colleagues going the extra mile to help a wide range of worthwhile, local causes.
“We are always keen to build on our successes, and hopefully we can increase this number in the next year to extend our support of these charities and community groups.”
Multiple charities and organisations have benefited from Barratt Homes’ volunteer days including Fareshare, Forest Dog Rescue, The Leasowes Nature Reserve, and Gilgal Birmingham.
For more information about the housebuilder or any developments in the area, visit the Barratt Homes in the West Midlands website.