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Category: Behind the Work

Reflections, learning, and thinking behind The Community Pledge – sharing what’s being explored, what’s evolving, and what’s being learned along the way

Why The Community Pledge Exists

Jaki King, Founder of If Everyone Cares CIC, sits at an outdoor wooden table in a wildflower meadow, smiling warmly with her laptop showing aDoddle.org. Surrounding her are illustrated circles showing why The Community Pledge exists - including supporting small businesses, building stronger communities and creating lasting impact. Text reads: Small actions by many businesses. A lasting difference for communities.

Why The Community Pledge Exists A Simple Pledge by Businesses. A Lasting Difference for Communities. Communities are stronger when people know what is already there. Right now, so much help exists – but people struggle to find it. Charities and community groups are doing brilliant work. And small businesses want to be part of that […]

The Businesses That Helped Us Get Here

Soft pastel illustration of a glowing UK map connected by dotted lines to small local businesses including a café, shop, workshop, and home office, representing community connection and support.

The Businesses That Helped Us Get Here It Started With a Simple Idea Let’s be honest – everything we’ve built started with a simple idea. A belief that it should be easier for people to find help, support and opportunities in their communities. When we spoke to people about it, the most common response was:“Doesn’t […]

Introducing The Community Pledge – and what it makes possible

Illustration of varied local businesses – from hands-on trades to desk-based work and small shops – connected by a central map, representing Community Pledge members supporting aDoddle while making their community impact more visible

Introducing The Community Pledge – and what it makes possible A Different Way of Supporting Communities Many businesses already support their communities in different ways. They sponsor local initiatives, donate time or resources, support charities and play an active role in the places they operate. But much of this impact is not always visible. It […]