Have you ever heard of “charity team building”? It’s just what it sounds like – a way for socially responsible companies and organizations to work together to give back to the community. But here’s the fun part: instead of just writing a check or donating unused items, charity team building involves employees actively participating in activities that benefit local charities and non-profits. That could mean volunteering at a soup kitchen, building bikes for disadvantaged children, or supporting those in our community sleeping rough by gifting essential items. Not only does it give employees the opportunity to bond and work as a team, but it also supports those in need in tangible and meaningful ways.
There are many benefits to charity team building- just google the three words and you’ll get over 8 million results from boosted workplace morale to increased rates of workplace retention. These are just some of the remarkable benefits that employees and teams experience following a charity team building event. But we think the best part is that it’s a great way to give back to those who need it most. And what could be more rewarding than that?
You see its not until teams actually experience a charity team building event that they can understand the real world impact this sort of activity can have on those most in need. For us as facilitators we see it everyday and its a big part of the passion and purpose that drives us.
Today we will explore the real impact three of our most popular charity team building programs have had on our community and why your workplace should get involved.
At a glance
In the last 12 months our remarkable clients have been responsible for:
dollars worth of toys donated to children in need
dollars worth of Lego donated to children experiencing illness
bikes donated to children and families that need it most
Lego Legends
In every real adult a child is hidden that wants to play! Make sure you channel your inner child for this uplifting program that will see participants battle it out to build the most Legendary LEGO structure. The playful spin on this program transforms to heart-warming when the finished models are donated to a children’s charity of choice.
Impact
Over the last 12 months we have been able to facilitate the donation of over $84,000 worth of Lego to children experiencing illness. Giving children boxes of Lego is more than just donating toys—it’s about giving them an opportunity to take a break from all things medical and just play.
Distraction is a proven method for managing anxiety and pain in children, and with the help of our participants we’ve been able to provide some much needed distraction for children who need it most.
Feedback: Recipient
Heart Kids is the only organisation in Aotearoa NZ that provides free, lifelong care and support for children, teens, adults and whānau impacted by childhood heart conditions.
Toys for Tykes
You never get too old for toys!
Looking for a fun and interactive team building activity? Toys 4 Tykes is the perfect activity for groups of all ages! In this challenging and rewarding activity, teams will work together to build a brand new wooden toy from scratch.
Not only is this a great way to promote teamwork and communication, but it’s also an opportunity to give back to the community. All of the toys built in this activity will be donated to underprivileged children in the area.
Impact
In the last 12 months we have been able to connect socially responsible organisations with our charity partners to donate $33,800 worth of toys to children in need.
Feedback: Client
We completed the Toys and Tykes challenge. Great challenge for a team of 50 and with the teachers strike on that day we allowed the team members kids to participate. Not only did we feel great about the toys being gifted to the community, team members gave the feedback that they had a great day.
We completed a few other challenges that were a lot of fun. The team really enjoyed themselves. Thank you guys! will definitely be in touch again in the future when organising another event. Highly recommended for team building activities!
-Southern Cross Health Society
Bikes for Tykes
As the original charity bike building program, Bikes for Tykes has had a lasting impact on teams around New Zealand.
Through a series of fun (and slightly competitive) activities, teams will come together with the overall goal of earning enough parts to build the perfect bike. The best part? Well that has to be the smile on a child’s face as they take a look at their brand-new bike for the first time. The impact that this program has on the local community and on the participating teams cannot be matched.
Impact
In the last 12 months, our generous clients have been responsible for donating over 600 bikes to children and families that need it most.
We work with a number of local charities that distribute the bikes to those who need them. This could be a family who can’t afford a bike, a local not for profit community group or children suffering with illness. The bikes are more than just a means of transport- they are a way for children to play, feel special, have fun and remain active.
Feedback: Charity
One Ball is a community program designed for children and young adults aged between (5-17 years of age). The program provides opportunities to all people especially those from CALD (culturally and linguistically diverse) backgrounds to play soccer in a social setting.
A big thank you to Corporate Challenge Events for donating these bicycles that were handmade by a corporate. 🚲🧡
Team building is one of many positive features that we teach our children and young people here at One Ball, and we’re so excited to have made new friends at Corporate Challenge Events who are all about teamwork too!
We are delighted to have been chosen by Corporate Challenge Events as recipients of 15 bicycles as part of their Bikes for Tykes program.
Many companies work together with Corporate Challenge Events to do team building exercises like the Bikes for Tykes program, which gives them an opportunity to build a bicycle from scratch to be donated to a charity of their choice – what a fantastic initiative!
Our children and young people were so excited to receive the bicycles and look forward to taking them for a ride around our community!
-One Ball
Charity team building is a great way to bring employees together while also giving back to the community. At Corporate Challenge Events, we offer nine different charity team building programs all designed to make a difference in the lives of others and have a lasting impact on teams. If you’re looking for a way to give back and build teamwork at your workplace, contact us today! We’d be more than happy to help you get started. Thanks for reading! We hope this has inspired you to get involved in charity team building in your workplace
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