PwC Volunteers Raise over £2,000 in Hospice Shop Takeover!

Sixteen volunteers from PwC Isle of Man rolled up their sleeves to take over the Hospice Isle of Man shop on Duke Street, Douglas, on Thursday 4 and Friday 5 September, and helped raise an impressive £2,173.88 in just two days.

As part of its programme of corporate engagement, PwC Isle of Man staff worked across two daily shifts, taking on roles in merchandising, pricing, customer service, and fundraising. The initiative offered a hands-on look at the fast-paced retail environment in which Hospice Shops operate, and highlighted the value of combining volunteering, fundraising, and community involvement in support of a vital local cause.

A key success of the takeover was a raffle for Steam Packet tickets, which generated £459, with 153 tickets sold over the summer sale period.

"This initiative aligns with PwC's strong commitment to corporate responsibility and community engagement and was a great addition to our annual community project where we give back and work to make a difference in our community" says Johann Marais, Human Capital Leader and Corporate Responsibility Leader, PwC Isle of Man. "It wasn't just about selling; it was about raising awareness, helping our people engage in the local community and showing our full support for the invaluable care Hospice provides." Every PwC staff member is given a paid day of leave to volunteer with a charity or non-profit of their choice, in addition to their participation in company-led projects such as this as part of our annual community project.

“Corporate takeovers like this give businesses the opportunity to experience the energy and complexity of our retail and commercial operations, which generated 23% of Hospice Isle of Man’s total income in 2024,” says Vanessa Smith, Head of Income Generation at Hospice Isle of Man. “We’re incredibly grateful to the PwC team for their creativity, enthusiasm, and for helping to support our Hospice Shops team during our busy summer sale.”

The PwC takeover builds on the success of previous events - including last year’s Nedbank challenge  - and demonstrates the power of corporate partnerships in supporting the delivery of Hospice care on the Island.