B&Q Dover

HQ: Whitfield, Dover, CT16 3FH, United Kingdom

This is how B&Q is investing in local communities. A verified record of community support, tracked on Neighbourly.

What B&Q has delivered.

The positive impact B&Q has helped to create in communities.

All-time totals

People supported weekly

The number of people indirectly helped each week by the good causes B&Q has supported

1,472

Good causes supported

13

CO2e saved (tonnes)

5

Volunteering (hours)

27

Non-food donated (tonnes)

2

How it works

Here's how businesses create local impact through Neighbourly.

Through Neighbourly, B&Q has donated products and volunteer time, turning business resources into meaningful community impact.

  1. 1

    A business gives

    Through Neighbourly, businesses donate resources to local good causes.

  2. 2

    A local good cause puts it to use

    Support goes directly to charities and community organisations, helping them free up time and resources to focus on what matters most.

  3. 3

    People get the support they need

    Whether it's a hot meal, essential products, a safe place to meet or someone to talk to, support reaches people in ways that make a real difference.

  4. 4

    Every contribution counts

    Together, these contributions create real, measurable impact in local communities. That's social value in action.

Causes connected to B&Q Dover

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emmaus dover

Dover, UK

emmau dover is a charity for the formely homeless and by collecting surplus food donations it will help the charity save money by collecting and saving waste food where this can be used by the 27 people we help getting there wellbeing through having regular meals three times a day improving there overall health

What we've received

Meals92,749
Non-food (tonnes)1.71
Volunteering (hours)51
Money£1,000

Dover Pantry

Dover, UK

Our mission is built on three fundamental pillars: Preventing Food Poverty: We offer high-quality, nutritious food at an affordable rate, significantly reducing financial pressure on local households. Restoring Dignity and Choice: Unlike traditional food banks, we operate as a shop where members pay a small fee to select their own groceries. This model empowers individuals, fostering hope and self-respect. Environmental Stewardship: By partnering with organisations like FareShare and local supermarkets, we rescue tonnes of edible surplus from landfill, having already saved over 36,640kg of food. We believe in community for everyone. Through our dedicated network of volunteers, we provide a supportive, inclusive environment that strengthens the local community and ensures no one in Dover has to face hardship alone. To complement our mission, Dover Pantry is guided by a set of core values that define how we serve our community and interact with our members: Dignity and Respect: We believe that access to food is a fundamental right. By operating as a social supermarket rather than a traditional food bank, we ensure our members retain their independence and the power of personal choice. Sustainability: We are committed to environmental stewardship. By rescuing surplus food from retailers like Tesco and Aldi, we have already saved over 36,640kg of food from landfill, proving that community support and environmental responsibility go hand-in-hand. Empowerment: Our goal is to provide more than just groceries. We aim to improve the financial stability of our members—95% of whom report improved household finances since joining—and offer signposting to further local services when needed. Inclusivity: We foster a supportive environment for all residents within the CT16 and CT17 postcodes, regardless of background or belief. We believe in a 'community for everyone' where every member is valued. Integrity: As a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), we operate with transparency and accountability, ensuring that every donation and volunteer hour directly benefits the people of Dover.

What we've received

Meals111,116
Non-food (tonnes)0.98
Money£1,300

Cheriton Community Network

Folkestone, UK

- Disability - Accommodation/housing - People with disabilities - Provides services

What we've received

Meals69,693
Non-food (tonnes)1.25
Money£730

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