Social value project sees printer paper donated to schools in need

FDM Document Solutions, a commercial printer based in London, has announced the extension of a social value project that delivers paper to local schools.

The news follows the successful pilot of the project in the London borough of Barnet, which saw FDM deliver reel-ends to schools throughout the area.

In one working week, the FDM team visited ten schools across Barnet, delivering 30 reels of paper, which were provided free of charge.

By offering reel-ends of paper that would otherwise be recycled, the project aims to not only supply schools with valuable resources but also demonstrate how a circular economy can work in practice.

Speaking of the initiative, FDM says: “The scheme has already made a ‘reel’ impact, giving schools access to paper without having to allocate budgets that are urgently needed elsewhere.

“By taking this approach, FDM is helping schools focus their limited resources where they matter most, while at the same time making sustainable use of these materials.”

The company is now extending the initiative to Hackney, with other boroughs in the area in consideration for future expansions of the scheme.

Steve Lyon, head of transactional services at FDM, facilitates the school visits on behalf of the company.

Speaking about the initiative, Lyons says: “We all know how important it is to encourage children to be creative. Sparking the imaginations in young people leads to conversations, ideas, and dreams.

“It has been so inspiring to see how teachers and pupils in Barnet have embraced this initiative and how they have used the materials provided. Delivering these reels gives the schools the chance to encourage creativity without worrying about stretching budgets.

FDM has encouraged any school or community group which would like to get involved for free to contact the FDM team on 020 7055 1600, Steve Lyon at slyon@fdmdocumentsolutions.co.uk, or visit the FDM Solutions website.