Impact isn’t created by central strategy alone. It’s built where people act. This article sets out the charity partners each Shoosmiths office is supporting this year, showing how a locally led approach turns intent into meaningful outcomes.

Published: 17 June 2026
Author: Max Finney

Our office charity programme gives colleagues the opportunity to support causes they care about in a way that is both meaningful and hands-on. By taking a locally led approach, colleagues are empowered to shape charitable giving within their own office, creating strong partnerships with local charities and making a real difference in their community. This sense of ownership not only deepens impact at a local level, but also helps foster a strong, inclusive culture of giving across our offices.

This is a key part of how we deliver social impact across Shoosmiths. By supporting a broad range of charities, in line with our commitment to funding themes of net zero, social mobility and access to justice, we are able to respond to local need in a way that is both practical and meaningful.

Our new charity partners are:

Belfast

SANDS - Supports anyone affected by pregnancy loss or the death of a baby, providing bereavement support and working to improve care and research.

Birmingham

Cyrille Regis Legacy Trust - Promotes equality, inclusion and opportunities for young people, tackling racism and supporting communities through education and sport.

Edinburgh

Edinburgh Food Project - Provides emergency food support and advice to people experiencing poverty, while advocating for long term solutions.

Glasgow

Smart Works Scotland - Supports unemployed women into work by providing coaching, clothing and confidence to help them succeed in job interviews and secure employment.

Leeds

MS society - Supports people living with multiple sclerosis, funding research and providing services to help people live well with the condition.

London

Great Ormond Street Hospital - Supports seriously ill children and their families through specialist care, research and hospital services, with Shoosmiths support specifically focusing on their social mobility work.

Manchester

Coffee 4 Craig - Supports people experiencing homelessness by providing food, support services and pathways to more stable living.

Milton Keynes

Unity MK - Supports individuals and families in crisis, including those facing homelessness, by providing practical help and longer-term support.

Northampton

Baby Basics - Provides essential items for babies and young children to families in need, helping reduce child poverty and improve early wellbeing.

Nottingham

Nottingham Counselling Service - Offers accessible counselling and mental health support to individuals that otherwise couldn’t access these services, helping people improve wellbeing and resilience.

Sheffield

Sheffield Futures - Supports young people through education, employment and wellbeing programmes to help them achieve positive futures.

Solent

Sophie’s Legacy - Works to improve hospital experiences for children and families, including better food provision and family support - especially those that otherwise would not be able to access such support.

Thames Valley

Daisy’s Dream - Supports children and families affected by bereavement, especially those that otherwise would not be able to access such support, helping them manage grief and build resilience.