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Social Value

Social value at Ongo is about people, places, and progress. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive, which is why we focus on supporting our communities, creating opportunities, and making positive changes that lasts.

Social Value for contractors

What is social value?

When organisations work with us, they often agree to make a social value contribution as part of their contract. This might be funding, resources, or time that can be used to support local people, communities, and the environment.

We turn these commitments into practical projects that make a real difference locally – creating jobs, supporting young people, improving wellbeing, and investing in greener neighbourhoods.

£32.45

million in social value for the 25/26 financial year.

1,144

clients supported, with 68.9% being Ongo tenants for the 25/26 financial year.

376

people received mental health and wellbeing support through our Ongo Talk Service for the 25/26 financial year.

257

people were supported into sustainable employment for the 25/26 financial year.

A key way we deliver social value is through Ongo Recruitment, our social enterprise employment agency.

Using social value funding, Ongo Recruitment:

Creates paid jobs and apprenticeships.
Connects local people with opportunities.
Supports individuals to succeed and stay in work.

This means social value directly supports people into employment and helps build stronger local careers, not just short‑term opportunities.

Social value funding helps us deliver a range of activities, including:

Jobs and skills – employment, apprenticeships, and workforce development.
Green projects – environmental improvements, greener spaces, and sustainability.
Schools and young people – careers talks, workshops, and pathways into work.

These projects are shaped by local insight and designed to create long‑term benefits.

We use the HACT Social Value Insight Tool to measure the impact of our work. This allows us to show, in clear and simple terms, how social value contributions improve lives, support communities, and benefit the environment.

Social value helps ensure that:

Communities receive meaningful support.
People gain jobs, skills, and confidence.
Young people are inspired about their future.
Environmental improvements are made locally.

By working together, we turn social value contributions into real opportunities, real impact, and real change.

Social Value in action

SureServe donations to Myos House

£300 donated
Bingo Prizes – Myos runs a weekly free bingo session
Gardening tools
Craft supplies.

Residents at Myos House, a specialist dementia care scheme, have benefited from a generous donation by SureServe, aimed at enhancing quality of life and encouraging social interaction.

The donation included a wide range of items to support both recreational and therapeutic activities. Gardening equipment was provided to help residents get hands-on with the outdoor spaces, encouraging physical activity and connection with nature. To inspire creativity and self-expression, a variety of craft supplies were also donated including paints, pens, and wooden crafts.

In addition, bingo prizes were donated to support the scheme’s free weekly bingo sessions, a much-loved event that brings joy to the residents.

These thoughtful contributions are more than just materials—they are tools to help residents build meaningful relationships, stay active, and feel part of a vibrant community. SureServe’s support is a great example of how community partnerships can make a lasting difference in the lives of those most in need.

Hales & Coultas and Ashbridge Roofing donation to Myos House

Residents of the Myos House Dementia Care Scheme came together in a joyful celebration of VE Day with a 1940s-themed picnic event filled with music, memories, and laughter. Entertainment was provided by a talented singer and pianist from The Lost Chord, who performed wartime favourites and nostalgic tunes, bringing smiles to the faces of the residents and even providing instruments to encourage them to get involved.

The musical duo were generously sponsored by Ashbridge Roofing and Hales & Coultas, whose support helped make the event especially memorable.

Guests enjoyed a traditional 1940s picnic, featuring classic favourites such as Spam, corned beef, and cucumber finger sandwiches, along with a selection of cakes. The table settings came complete with individual ration books put together by a member of Myos House staff.

The celebration provided a heart-warming opportunity for residents to connect and reminisce, creating a true sense of community whilst honouring the spirit of the era.

Matthews & Tannert Apprenticeships

Following a successful Apprenticeship Week event, Matthews & Tannert has taken on five new apprentices.

These include:

1x Plasterer
1x Joiner
2x Plumbers
1x Electrician.

They all started their new roles in March and are thriving!

Hydro Wash donation to temporary accommodation

Hydro Wash kindly agreed to jet wash the garden and path of a temporary accommodation property for vulnerable families. We are so pleased with the work carried out!

Teletrac Navman partnered with Ongo

As part of their ongoing commitment to Social Value, Teletrac Navman partnered with Ongo to give two parks in Scunthorpe a much-needed facelift.

Over 10 dedicated members of staff travelled to the area to lend their time and skills, refreshing the parks with a fresh coat of paint.

Thanks to their efforts, the parks have been revitalised just in time for the school holidays ready to be utilised by the local community

Earl, manager at Teletrac Navman said “It was a fantastic day, and felt great to give back to the community and to make a difference to the enjoyment of those that get to enjoy these spaces. I feel really proud to be working with a company that puts so much emphasis on social value”

Marsh and Switch2 partnered with Ongo

Staff from Marsh and Switch2 joined forces with Ongo colleagues to provide some TLC to the communal arches at Beauchamp Walk.

Following several hours of painting, the walls are free of graffiti and looking much nicer. The Neighbourhood Services team will be finishing off the painting in the high up, hard to reach areas and we can’t wait to see the finished product!

Charlotte from Marsh then joined some Ongo colleagues to plant some flowers in the newly installed planters on the Westcliff estate, adding a pop of colour to the area!

EmpowerHER

7 women eager to improve their skills and confidence undertaking household maintenance tasks attended the EmpowerHER course put on by Equans on Tuesday 9th September.

The group discussed key tools and their uses, looked at the different tasks they could complete around the house and when you need to call in a professional and even got to try removing and re-fitting door handles.

All participants got a brand new toolkit to take away and put their new found knowledge into practice.

Samantha said “Going forward I won’t have to rely on calling people in for smaller jobs, I’ll be more confident in future.”

It was great to be able to offer this session for women to increase their skills, build confidence and meet new people.

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