Hughes Insurance Community Fund gives a welcome boost to Lisburn’s Downtown Centre
Hughes Insurance has announced the launch of its Community Fund, designed to support community-driven projects that create positive and sustainable impact across Lisburn and beyond.
Amongst the first selected recipients is Lisburn based Downtown Centre which has been awarded £450 for essential equipment.
An intended funding pot of £24,000 will be distributed throughout 2025 with initial funding now awarded across ten organisations.
The selection was made based on the recommendations of Hughes Insurance employees, who submitted applications to provide funding to the groups and organisations that bring meaning to their own communities.
Lisburn- based charity Air Ambulance NI also received funding from the scheme.
Sarah Balmforth, Director of Human Resource at Hughes Insurance said: “At Hughes Insurance, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and it’s essential that they feel valued and connected not just within the workplace, but also to the wider community.
"The Hughes Community Fund allows our employees to actively engage in causes that resonate with them personally, reinforcing our commitment to align with their values.
"It’s incredibly rewarding to see our team’s enthusiasm and dedication to making a real difference through these initiatives, and we’re excited to support their passion for community involvement.”
Hughes Insurance’ Community Fund aligns with the company's Action for Impact Strategy, an initiative dedicated to their Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance agenda.
As part of its Action for Impact initiative, the Hughes Insurance Bursary Scheme, a partnership with the Mary Peter’s Trust, has provided £20,000 in funding to young athletes over the last four years.