CSR - GIVE THIS YEAR'S CHRISTMAS GIFT TO CHARITY
At IDÉ House of Brands, we strive to have sustainable business practices that respect people, society and the environment, and want to lead by example. As part of our responsible purchasing practices, we challenge our partners and customers to adapt their own operations to contribute to a more sustainable development. That's why we want to offer our customers the opportunity to make donations to charitable causes. This is a great way to show that the company takes social responsibility.
Christmas is a holiday that evokes a lot of emotions for many people. Both joy and gratitude, but also feelings at the other end of the scale.This is a time when we think extra about those who are less fortunate. In our ever-increasing consumer society, we want to offer the opportunity to align this year's corporate Christmas gifts with your company's sustainability strategy. Here you'll find a selection of charities you can support through IDÉ House of Brands. We offer solutions that work for you by combining a gift with a donation, or help you make a pure donation.
Growing up with good care is not only the best for each individual child, it is also socio-economically profitable. The social part of sustainability is about ensuring that all people have a good and fair basis for a decent life. All children have the right to a safe upbringing. Yet one out of ten children is alone or at risk of being alone. This amounts to around 220 million children. It is especially these children and their families that SOS Children's Villages helps. By supporting SOS Children's Villages, you support several of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Read which ones here.
The Norwegian Cancer Society is one of Norway's largest user and interest organizations in Norway. They work to ensure that more people survive cancer and that fewer people get cancer. At the same time, the Norwegian Cancer Society works to ensure a better quality of life for patients and their families. Join the fight against cancer and contribute to the further development of research. By supporting the Norwegian Cancer Society, you contribute to UN Sustainable Development Goal number 3: Good health - Ensure good health and promote quality of life for all, regardless of age. Read more here
The Salvation Army is a Christian organization with 300 units across Norway. They contribute to social engagement, faith and belonging for people of all ages. A large part of the organization's work consists of offers and services for people living in poverty, loneliness or addiction, those who are in prison, victims of neglect or human trafficking, and those who are mentally ill, relatives, unemployed or migrant workers. The Salvation Army has been involved in developing the UN Sustainable Development Goals and is a driving force in achieving them. Les mer her.
Today, 108 million people are fleeing war and persecution, the highest number since World War II. The Norwegian Refugee Council is a Norwegian organization that helps displaced people all over the world. They are quickly in place where people on the move need it most. Right now, NRC is present in both emerging and protracted crises in 40 countries. There, we are a visible and recognized actor under the name Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). They provide assistance with food, shelter, clean water, legal aid and education. NRC helped approximately 10 million people worldwide in 2022, and with your support we can reach even more. Read more here.
The Norwegian Air Ambulance Foundation is a non-profit organization supported by more than 300,000 supporters and companies. SNLA works to bring advanced life-saving medical treatment to the patient. They want everyone in Norway to receive faster and more appropriate advanced emergency medical treatment outside hospitals. In close collaboration with the health trusts, universities and the world's leading specialist communities, we conduct research and development that improves the air ambulance service in Norway. This is how you get the very best treatment. Join the public campaign to develop the air ambulance service to be even better!
Treebytree is a social enterprise that works to turn corporate gifts into meaningful gifts that restore degraded land and cool the planet. Through their partnership with Justdiggit, they are planting trees in Central Africa, with the goal of planting one billion trees by 2050. Justdiggit works closely with local farmers and teaches them how to reclaim trees, and together they are restoring land and making a positive impact in many communities. A tree is a meaningful gift for both the giver and the recipient, and it's also a great way to act in line with the company's green profile. A 100% sustainable Christmas gift! Read more here.