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'Little but fierce': the impact of CMP on our community
The Aviator in Farnborough once again played host to CMP's annual Celebration Event at which the latest Social Impact Report (2025) was formally launched. The Sky Lounge was packed with Members, sponsors, beneficiaries and guests including the Mayor of Rushmoor, gathered at the start of 2026 to reflect on the collective achievements of CMP over the past year. And what a year it has been! Paul Edwards (Chair of Trustees), in his opening address, paid tribute to the work of
Jan 93 min read


'Such generosity' - 2025 toy and gift drive breaks all records!
We asked - YOU responded. And how... The CMP Toy and Gift Drive resulted in a mountain of contributions - literally 100's of new presents for children aged 16 and under, all of which will be given to young people this Christmas by CMP elves under the command of Senior Santa's Helper, Rachel Austen. And this has all been possible because of YOUR incredible response to the appeal. The gifts have been donated by the staff of our Members and taken to collection points courtesy
Dec 17, 20252 min read


Not just any clean beach: this is a CMP cleaned beach!
An unseasonal grey start could not prevent the sun shining brightly on the intrepid volunteers taking part in our annual Beach Clean at...
Jul 9, 20252 min read


Spring brings sunshine and volunteers to Reg's Garden
Glorious weather - the hottest day of the year so far - ushered in the first day of spring as more than 50 volunteers joined together to...
Mar 21, 20252 min read


Record breaking Twilight!
Saturday 21 September - the last day of summer - and what a day we had for the running of the annual CMP Twilight Runway Challenge !...
Sep 23, 20242 min read


Porter Garland add to the balance sheet of CMP Members
We are pleased to announce that local chartered accountancy firm Porter Garland have joined the growing partnership of CMP Members....
May 28, 20242 min read


Starfyn recruited to be CMP's newest Member
Recruitment agency Starfyn Recruitment have now joined CMP as full members. Starfyn Recruitment, based in Camberley, was founded at the...
May 22, 20242 min read


GSS secure CMP Membership
We are pleased to announce that Farnborough based security company, Gurkha Security Services (GSS) have signed up as full members of...
May 15, 20241 min read


Engaging our Community Minds
The important topic of how best to engage staff in company volunteering schemes was the focus for a lively CMP Community Minds event in...
Apr 30, 20242 min read


The Kindness Test: how to improve your well-being
The world's largest public study of kindness reported its findings this week. 'The Kindness Test' , devised and analysed by University of...
Mar 14, 20242 min read


Siemens Healthineers hit the ground running as our newest partners
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that global giant Siemens Healthineers, with its local office based at Watchmoor Park in...
Mar 8, 20241 min read


CMPP in joint venture with Venture Life
We are thrilled to announce that Venture Life, the Bracknell based business which develops, manufactures and distributes products for the...
Jan 16, 20241 min read


'I had to be part of this': celebrating YOUR impact on the community
CMPP Members and supporters gathered for a special event, superbly hosted by the Aviator Hotel in Farnborough: the Festive Celebration Breakfast at which we highlight the achievements of the year and launch our latest Social Impact Report. This Celebration event has become something of a tradition: it's a heartwarming occasion to launch the festive season and a time to reflect on the power of collective action to benefit the communities in which many of us live and work. Joi
Dec 14, 20233 min read


CMPP kick off 2024 with new signing: The Army FA!
We are delighted to announce that The Army Football Association will formally partner with CMPP by becoming full Members as of January...
Dec 11, 20232 min read


Hallowe'en Quiz 2023
Nearly 150 intrepid quizzers gathered at the wonderful Farnborough International Conference Centre - our generous hosts for the evening -...
Oct 31, 20231 min read


'Shall I compare thee to a Community Action Day?'
Apologies to the Bard but what a fantastic summer of volunteering and Community Action we've been privileged to enjoy this year!! Since...
Jul 20, 20231 min read


Probably the cleanest beach in England thanks to you!
On a breezy, sunny Monday over a hundred volunteers descended on Hayling Island to take up the challenge of cleaning up rubbish. Yes -...
Jul 4, 20231 min read


Kebur Community Project Awards 2023
The Kebur Garden Materials Community Project Award winners have been announced this month. Applicants provided detailed plans for the...
Jun 20, 20232 min read


BMW Group UK: the ultimate volunteer driving force
One of the perplexing things about paid volunteering schemes is that whilst they reflect the admirable ethical purposes of progressive...
Apr 24, 20233 min read


More good weeds for the day by volunteers at Reg's Garden!
Teams of super-keen volunteers assembled at Reg's Garden - that little patch of paradise next to the less than heavenly Farnborough North...
Mar 31, 20232 min read
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