Community
Jarrold Group contributes to the communities of Norwich and Norfolk in many different ways. Requests for charitable donations on behalf of the company are usually referred to the John Jarrold Trust. Over many years Directors and other staff have also been involved in local institutions and charities as Trustees, Governors or Board Directors. The Company recognises that it is important for the healthy development of the community in which it operates to participate in this way.
At present, David Hill, Chairman, is a Governor of the 2nd Air Division Memorial Library and the John Innes Foundation. He was Chairman of Norwich HEART until August 2012. Caroline Jarrold, Community Affairs Adviser, is a Director of The Forum Trust, Chair of Norwich Philharmonic Society and was formerly Chair of VisitNorwich and the Norfolk & Norwich Festival. John Adams, Managing Director at Jarrolds Retail, represents the company on Norwich BID.
David Hill and Caroline Jarrold were Deputy Lieutenants for Norfolk. David was the High Sheriff of Norfolk for 2022 -23 and Caroline Jarrold was Sheriff of Norwich for 2021 – 23.
Jarrold Growth Fund
As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting economic growth across Norwich and Norfolk, Jarrold Group launched the Jarrold Growth Fund in 2024. Providing £100,000 annually, the Fund is designed to support local businesses with the ambition to grow and develop. In addition to financial backing, successful applicants benefit from access to specialist expertise from within Jarrold Group and its wider network of associates, helping to accelerate their progress and strengthen long-term success.
Jarrolds Retail Fundraising Activities
Jarrold Retail choses a charity or group of charities each year to support through fundraising activities. For the latest information on their activities, see http://www.jarrold.co.uk/about-jarrold/charities
Norfolk Community Foundation
Jarrold supports the Norfolk Community Foundation through providing office accommodation free of charge. Norfolk Community Foundation was established to encourage giving from individuals and businesses within the community for the benefit of the community and to handle the distribution of grants to qualifying organisations. It has developed to become a major source of grants and manages funds for many different organisations seeking to make a difference within the community. For further information visit www.norfolkfoundation.com/
Business In The Community
At Jarrold Group, responsible business is fundamental to how we operate and how we invest in the future of Norwich. Working with Business in the Community (BITC) and becoming a Norwich Pride of Place Board member, we are committed to working collaboratively to support a thriving, inclusive city.
With deep roots in Norwich, we recognise the role businesses can play in shaping stronger, more sustainable communities. Through the Pride of Place programme, we work alongside the public, voluntary and community sectors to address local inequalities, champion fair employment and create opportunities that enable people and communities to flourish.
By contributing to this shared, long-term ambition, we are proud to support the continued growth of a city where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and Norwich can be a place we are all proud of.