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Fundraising Around the World

Innospec Cares supports the charities close to our employees’ hearts through financial contributions. Innospec Cares match funds the amount raised by our employees, on a US$2 for every US$1 basis, enabling employees to give even more to their local communities.

Charitable Giving in 2023:

Over US$199,000 raised together with our employees

100 good causes supported through charitable giving

Explore how our employees have been fundraising around the world:

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific

Boot walk for cancer research, US

Teams of Houston, US, employees regularly participate in The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s ‘Boot Walk to End Cancer’, covering 1.2 miles in a variety of boots raising funds to support the Center’s mission of eliminating cancer globally. 

‘Thank you, on behalf of the thousands of dedicated researchers, clinicians and other health care professionals at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, for your generous gift.’ – The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, organization

Charity barbeque for Rockingham County Toys for Tots

Six employees from our site in High Point, US prepared and sold barbeque plates to raise money for Rockingham County Toys for Tots, who distribute Christmas gifts to less fortunate children within the community.

Dedicated fundraising for the United Way

Employees at our High Point and Salisbury, US, sites participate in annual fundraising campaigns for the United Way of Greater High Point and the Rowan County United Way. Employees donate via a payroll deduction program to support multiple agencies in the local areas with a focus on mental health, substance abuse, education and poverty. The United Way organizations are key to ensuring those in need in the High Point and Salisbury communities are supported. 

‘The Innospec Cares program is a great way to help the community to support all individuals even when times are tough. United Way giving back to the community is a great way to help. I have lived in this area all my life and it is great to see the community come together helping each other.’ – Team Innospec, High Point. 

Rowan County United Way

‘On behalf of our board of directors, staff and Rowan citizens, I would like to thank Innospec for your steadfast support. Through your generous donation from Innospec Cares and contributions from Innospec employee giving, Rowan County is able to provide support services for those in need’ – Rowan County United Way, organization.

Christmas raffles for Believe It Foundation and Ernest Cecil Foundation

Christmas raffles were held at our sites in Pleasanton and Midland. These raised funds to support girls under 17 who have been rescued from the sex trade industry and to create a more inclusive society for children with disabilities.

‘I am grateful for the opportunity to generate excitement within our office to support organizations like these. It’s truly a blessing to be a part of this company and be involved with the Innospec cares program.’ – Team Innospec, Pleasanton

Chester Half Marathon, UK

Teams of employees from Ellesmere Port, UK, frequently participate in the Chester half marathon running 13.1 miles to raise funds for local organizations. In 2023, a team of 16 ran to raise money for Dementia UK charity. They raised a total of $6,390 to help support families facing dementia by providing practical tools and emotional support through the organisations Admiral Nurse Service.

‘Really proud to tell people that I work for a company who support their employees in their personal achievements and fundraising. There aren’t many companies out there that can double match fund!’ – Team Innospec, Ellesmere Port

Solidarity walk for Obra Sant Joan de Déu

Twelve employees from our Barcelona, Spain, site participated in a sponsored walk to raise funds for Obra Social Sant Joan De Deu, who aim to support disadvantaged, in-need members of the local community with focus areas including mental health support, help for homeless, support for children’s hospitals and medical research funding. 

‘Innospec workers participated in a solidarity walk organized by Sant Joan de Déu. Thanks to the contribution of Innospec and its teams we raised €423,994. With this money, many social projects will benefit.’ – Obra Sant Joan de Déu, Organization

Hiking for Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS) UK

An Innospec employee from our Ellesmere Port, UK, site raised $2,406 by completing the three peaks challenge, climbing the highest mountains in Scotland, England, and Wales in 24 hours, to raise money for SADS. This organisation aims to save lives by providing information and research to prevent sudden cardiac arrest.

‘In this case, the program meant that I could raise more funds for a charity which is very important to my family and me, which also encouraged me to train harder for my event and get fitter!’ Team Innospec, Ellesmere Port, UK

Fundraising for emergency flood relief

Following the devastating floods across Italy in 2023, a team of Castiglione, Italy employees quickly established a fundraising page for their colleagues to donate to. The funds were used by the Croce Rossa Italiana, to provide front line emergency response to the widespread flooding.

 ‘This wonderful group of employees has exceeded expectations and did the best they could to support the great job the Red Cross did from the first moment of the emergency, being there, supporting affected people on the field and helping to restore their lives. I’m really proud of the exceptional outcome of our fundraising activity’ – Team Innospec, Castiglione 

Coffee morning for Macmillan

An employee from our Ellesmere Port, UK, site has been an incredible long-time fundraiser for Macmillan, hosting Macmillan coffee mornings for over 10 years. The money raised provides medical, emotional and financial support to cancer patients and their families and support the campaign for better cancer treatment. 

‘I have hosted the Macmillan Cancer Support World’s Biggest Coffee Morning on site at Ellesmere Port since 2012. I have been so grateful for the support of my colleagues, the site and the company and for the Innospec Cares program for matching what I have raised. I cannot say it enough, but I am so very thankful for Innospec Cares for matching the donations.’ – Team Innospec, Ellesmere Port.

Mountain climbing for Hellenic Rescue Team

Innospec employees in Piraeus, Greece climbed 11.5km to the top of Taygetos mountain. They raised $5,592 for Hellenic Rescue Team who provide humanitarian mission aid including first aid, danger prevention & search & rescue work in Greece & abroad.

‘I think this program is great. It helps you to achieve a goal that you have set in your mind but didn’t know how to accomplish, and also through this process you get to talk to all your colleagues, share opinions and motivate them to be a part of this activity.’ – Team Innospec, Piraeus 

Singapore cycles for Sunlove Home for the Intellectually Infirm

Three employees from Singapore cycled 245km from Melaka to Singapore, raising funds for Sunlove Home for Intellectually Infirm Ltd, who provide essential items, food and support to vulnerable or low-income members of the community.

‘We are proud to be part of this Innospec Cares program which has been of great help to several charities, not only the one that we have participated in.’ – Team Innospec, Singapore

Foodbank of Singapore support

As regular volunteers at the Foodbank of Singapore, a team of our Singapore employees established an online fundraising campaign for the organization to support the essential role the foodbank has in the local community. The funds covered the cost of 160 food packages for families in need. 

‘I am grateful and proud to be working for a company that gives back to the community and encourages its employees to contribute towards their community. I am very fond of The Foodbank because it gives everyone an opportunity to give back to the community. They tackle food wastage and hunger issues in the community.’ – Team Innospec, Singapore