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Global initiative will mobilize more than 83,000 volunteers in communities throughout the month of May
TELUS team members and retirees volunteered 1.5 million volunteer hours in 2024 and 2.4 million days cumulatively
VANCOUVER, BC, May 1, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, TELUS announced its 20th annual TELUS Days of Giving kicks off on May 1, uniting TELUS team members, retirees, and partners around the world to volunteer and give back in their local communities. Throughout the month of May, TELUS team members, retirees, families, and partners around the world will participate in thousands of volunteer activities for TELUS Days of Giving. This global movement, which began as a single day of service two decades ago, now encompasses a diverse range of initiatives including environmental cleanups, food bank support, youth mentorship, and technology-focused efforts like device recycling. TELUS Days of Giving not only addresses immediate community needs but also fosters a year-round culture of volunteerism. This signature program runs from May 1-31 and last year alone, 83,000 volunteers gave back in 33 countries, contributing to 1.5 million volunteer hours in 2024, for the second consecutive year, more than any other company in the world.
"For over two decades, TELUS has been guided by our deeply-rooted philosophy, 'We Give Where We Live', making a promise to put our communities and customers first," said Darren Entwistle, President and CEO, TELUS. "Since 2000, our team members and retirees have contributed 2.4 million days of service globally, exemplifying our position as the most giving company in the world. As we celebrate this milestone year, I could not be more proud of the role our team has played in helping build stronger, more resilient communities."
With recent studies highlighting that one in five Canadians now rely on charitable services to meet essential needs, and more than half of charities unable to keep pace with current demand, TELUS' longstanding commitment to giving back has never been more vital.
"The support from TELUS team members through TELUS Days of Giving has been transformational for our mission to combat child hunger in British Columbia," said Joanne Griffiths, Co-Founder and Director of Strategic Partnerships. "What began as serving 20 children in 2012 has grown to supporting more than 6,000 kids with reliable access to food every weekend. TELUS team members don't just pack backpacks, they create a ripple effect of positive change in our communities. Their consistent support, especially during TELUS Days of Giving, helps ensure no child has to worry about where their next meal is coming from."