How do we help

The MARS IN THE COMMUNITY * programme supports projects and activities which promote the development of cohesive, healthy and sustainable communities in and around our UK sites. Applicants can apply for support (funding, products, associate time and other gifts in kind) for projects that fulfil the following criteria:

Our programme and criteria

In recognition of our UK business areas our support is focussed on 3 key themes: healthy active lifestyles, enviroment and pet welfare.

Healthy Active Lifestyles

  • Encourages healthy active lifestyles through training and education
  • Endorses or encourages healthy active lifestyles
  • Promotes physical activity
  • Promotes balanced and enjoyable diet as part of a healthy lifestyle
  • Encourages better understanding of nutrition and nutritional information

The Environment

  • Encourages environmental awareness and responsibility through training and education
  • Supports the preservation of the local environment
  • Improves the biodiversity of the local environmen
  • Enhances the quality of life through environmental improvements
  • Encourages involvement and pride in the local environment
  • Promotes sustainable communities

Pet Welfare

  • Encourages responsible pet ownership through training and education
  • Provides better amenities and facilities for pets and their owners
  • Promotes healthy and positive interaction between pets and people
  • Promotes improved health and fitness of pets
  • Addresses current issues faced with pet ownership within the community

 

How it works

Applications for support must be for projects taking place with a 10 mile radius of * Slough, 15 miles of Birstall (Leeds), King’s Lynn, Melton, Peterborough and Waltham.

Grants from £500
Applications for grants over £500 are considered against the above criteria and will be reviewed by a committee at the end of March, June, September and November each year.

Product and gifts in kind, including volunteering
Applications are considered against the above criteria and applications are reviewed within 6 weeks.