Community
As a company and a group of individuals, JMW feel that it is their responsibility to contribute to communities that they live and work in. JMW support a number of charities and volunteer organisations from a wide range of backgrounds. JMW also provide IT & web support to the following organisations.
St Columba's Hospice
This is one of two Hospice's in the Edinburgh area which provides palliative care for up to 150 patients with an in patient and a day hospice.
The Hospice has recently started the on-line shop to help with fund raising.
Project Harambee
Project Harambee is the 56th Edinburgh (Davidson's Mains) Boys' Brigade Company's commitment to work with the St Andrew's School, Olloolua, Ngong, Kenya to deliver a number of innovative projects. The School's aim is to be financially self sufficient. These projects include establishing a small farm in the school grounds to teach children how to care for cows, chicken and crops. The milk, eggs and vegetables will be sold in the local market to generate income for the school. Further details are available on their website http://www.projectharambee.org.uk/.
Edinburgh Hospital Broadcasting Service
Started in 1962 this is the main hospital radio station broadcasting to the hospitals of Edinburgh providing comfort and entertainment to patients. Currently they broadcast to The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Royal Victoria and the Western General hospitals.
Edinburgh High Constables
This long standing charitable organisation founded in the late 16th century was the predecessor to the Peelers or the commonly know Bobby. The High Constables form the ceremonial guard for the Lord Provost of Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Merchant Company & Merchants Hall
Another of Edinburgh's long standing charities with a documented history going back more than 300 years with some areas going back considerably more and well known for the relief of the poor. The Company owns three of Edinburgh's well known schools providing education for over 5000 pupils. The Company and has one of the most prestigious halls in Edinburgh which is let for private functions.
Policy & Environmental Policy Documents
JMW understands that its business has an influence on the communities and environments in which it works and adheres to the following documents to improve its working impact:
Social Policy (PDF)
Corporate Social Responsibility Policy (PDF)