Oct 04, 2024 | Inside Thomson Reuters

We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of our third annual Thomson Reuters Global Volunteer Day! On September 12, 2024, our dedicated team members generously volunteered their time and skills at various charitable organizations, providing essential support to their valuable programs. This special day allowed our employees to contribute to causes they are passionate about, including education, food insecurity, human services, housing and homelessness, and environmental sustainability. Their commitment and enthusiasm made a significant impact in our communities, and we are incredibly proud of their efforts.

Let’s look at our impact by the numbers:

• Over 2,500 employees participated in 16 countries
• We supported over 100 charitable organizations through organized volunteer events
• Our team volunteered over 9,800 hours, surpassing last year’s total of 6,800 hours

How did we make a difference? On Global Volunteer Day, a range of initiatives were launched to address various community needs. Some employees chose to volunteer independently, while others participated in one of the 80 group volunteer events organized by our dedicated team captains.

Food Insecurity: Employees addressed food insecurity by packing groceries for pantry clients, sorting perishable and non-perishable items, and preparing and serving over 4,000 meals.

Support for Senior Citizens: Senior citizens received sensory cushions, care packages, household cleaning kits, and freshly prepared meals delivered to their homes.

Housing and Homelessness: Efforts to combat housing and homelessness included distributing food, medicine, and clothing to unhoused individuals and digitally mapping remote areas to aid disaster relief efforts.

Environmental Initiatives: Multiple environmental efforts were undertaken, such as beach and park cleanups, upcycling recycled materials, and planting native plants, shrubs, and trees.

A few of our teammates and Global Volunteer Day captains reflected on their experiences. 

“What a rewarding day spent giving back to the local tri-city community! Not only could we contribute to a wholesome cause, but we also learned completely new skills.” – Monika, Gdansk

“Knowing that our collective efforts were helping families during some of their most challenging times was a fulfilling experience. The simple act of shopping for essential items and seeing the impact of our contributions to the Ronald McDonald House Charities reaffirmed the power of community and compassion.” – Casey, United States

“Our team in Zug brought willing hands and energy to the table to pack over 1,000 hygiene kits for communities in need in Switzerland!” – Janice, Switzerland

“Participating in the eco-friendly crafting and recycling event was incredibly rewarding. Not only did we create something useful and environmentally friendly, but we also learned so much about sustainability. ” – Sai Ganesh, India

Our 2024 Global Volunteer Day once again highlighted our unwavering passion for volunteering, reinforcing our dedication to making a positive impact in communities around the world. Check out our recap post on LinkedIn for more photos of our people making a difference on Global Volunteer Day!