Giving More International

Giving More International is a Scottish registered charity established by Edrington, a global spirits company, to amplify and support the fundraising efforts of its employees worldwide. Reflecting Edrington's commitment to corporate social responsibility, its core mission empowers staff as active philanthropists, channeling their initiatives into impactful giving rather than passive donations. Grounded in values of generosity, collaboration, partnership, and stewardship, it fosters employee-led social change through visible, accessible grassroots philanthropy, uniquely blending workplace culture with global corporate reach.

The funder supports a broad spectrum of causes driven by employee interests, including health and wellbeing, education, children and young people, vulnerable populations, disaster relief, and community development. It backs staff-organized events like sponsored walks, marathons, and projects benefiting local and international nonprofits, with no fixed thematic exclusions—acting as a flexible generalist responsive to staff passions and emerging needs.

Eligibility is strictly limited: it does not accept unsolicited applications from external organizations, funding only employee-proposed and led initiatives, with charities supported solely via staff nomination. There are no geographic restrictions (global remit tied to Edrington's footprint), organization income rules, or size requirements, welcoming grassroots groups to established nonprofits. Typical grants range from £100 to £25,000, disbursed on a rolling basis with no deadlines or public application process—requests originate internally through Edrington's CSR structure.

Its standout distinctives include the participatory, demand-driven model excluding non-employee-led activities, emphasis on challenge events and emergency response, and role in inspiring broader giving within the Edrington community.