PPS Hull proudly continues its partnership with the HEY Smile Foundation across Hull and East Yorkshire for a fourth consecutive year as a Smile365 Connect member.
Why do we support Smile?
The HEY Smile Foundation is an infrastructure charity that empowers local charities, volunteer organisations, and communities by providing tools, knowledge, and support to help them become stronger and more resilient. It also creates innovative ways for businesses to engage meaningfully with social causes and community development in the region.
As a member of Smile’s charitable programme Smile365, PPS brings Corporate Social Responsibility to life, benefiting from giving back, brand exposure, ESG reporting, employee engagement, and networking opportunities.
Smile tailors support to individual charity needs, including governance, strategic planning, fundraising advice, volunteer management, and operational guidance. It collaborates with local councils and health partners to amplify the voluntary sector’s voice and develops innovative, cross-sector community solutions.
One key initiative, the Smile Chances Fund, offers grants covering vital costs such as breaks for families in crisis or crucial equipment to keep groups operational. Smile Vaults also offers free-to-hire equipment for charity and community group events across the region.
The Heart of the Community
Smile is a vital connector in the region, working with charities tackling cancer, dementia, mental health, chronic illness, bereavement, disability, families in crisis, care leavers, grassroots and inclusive sports, and more.
Kim Martlew, Marketing Manager at PPS, shares:
“When I met Tessa from Smile, I was blown away by their impact and passionate team. PPS is community-focused, and this partnership lets us contribute meaningfully. We’ve also supported their Smile Chances Christmas and Easter appeals - Smile understands community needs and connects us directly to those who require support.”
Tessa Wray, Head of Partnerships at HEY Smile Foundation, adds:
“We’re grateful to PPS for their ongoing support. Being a Smile365 member means businesses are contributing to our work, supporting vital charitable organisations across Hull & East Yorkshire, at the same time, showcasing their brand and commitment to giving back. The programme also provides employee engagement, networking and sponsorship opportunities through our wide range of events, appeals and employee volunteering activities.”
To learn more about the HEY Smile Foundation or join their Smile365 network, please contact Tessa Wray, Head of Partnerships tw@heysmilefoundation.org