ESG Social:
rooted in people connected to community

We’re family first — investing in our people and communities because helping those around us is just who we are

We’re a family-led group of businesses, and for us, social responsibility starts with people. It’s about creating safe, supportive workplaces where everyone has the chance to grow, learn, and be heard. We invest in our teams with training, wellbeing support, and open, honest communication — because strong relationships make strong businesses

But our responsibility doesn’t stop at our doors. We roll up our sleeves to support local charities, schools, and community projects, sharing not just resources, but our time and skills too. It’s simple really: helping those around us makes us all stronger.

From every team member to every customer, we believe in respect, value, and being part of something bigger — a shared journey where we grow together.

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Community support & sponsorships

We proudly back local causes like Ketton Under 7s football, Stamford AFC (15 seasons), and Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance through sponsorships and micro grants nominated by our employees.

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Food redistribution initiatives

Each year we nominate a Christmas charity and support Second Helpings, a local food charity redistributing surplus food to those in need.

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Skills-based mentorships

Every CS Ellis apprentice receives one-on-one mentoring tailored to roles like LGV driving, transport admin, marketing, or HGV workshop work — ensuring real-world skills and career growth.

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Youth education and outreach

We run logistics awareness programs for primary schools (Aspirations Day) and support work experience placements via the LLBSP, inspiring the next generation of talent.

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Employee micro-grants

Our people nominate and direct small grants to causes close to their hearts, empowering grassroots impact across our communities.

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Inclusive hiring and development

We champion diversity and inclusion with open recruitment and ongoing training programs, building balanced, skilled teams across all our businesses.

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Safety and wellbeing culture

From warehouse floors to event sites, safety is non-negotiable — we invest continuously in training and protocols to protect our people every day.