MBSA is known as a corporate that cares, and this mindset is also shared by its employees. As an extension of its corporate social investment portfolio, the group of companies has rallied socially-conscious employees to become more involved in its existing CSR projects in a structured and sustainable manner. For the purposes of increased impact, employee volunteerism initiatives provides further support and relationship building with beneficiaries, and contributes to MBSA as a great place to work. Since 2011, employees have conducted a number of outreach initiatives, under the umbrella of a co-ordinating committee called the Dreamweavers.
2011 initiatives supported by employees:
- Winter Collection for Ekukhanyeni creches,
- 6 Mandela Mondays activities,
- Mandela Day soup kitchen and HIV/AIDS clinic at taxi ranks in Pretoria
- Habitat for Humanity home build in Orange Farm.
Initiatives planned for 2012:
- Winter Collection and Food packaging for Orange Farm community
- Rally to Read in Free State, Eastern Cape, KZN and Mpumalanga provinces
- Take a Grade 10-12 Learner to Work Day
- Mandela Day: Wellness initiative at St Anthony’s Education Centre
- Arbour Week: Wellness initiative at Ekukhanyeni Relief Project
Enquiries regarding corporate social investment can be directed to: csrpta@daimler.com