Bradford logistics firm backs local youth charity

A Bradford-based logistics company is set to support young people in disadvantaged areas.

Expect Distribution has adopted One In A Million, a charity co-founded by former professional footballer Wayne Jacobs, who played for Bradford City, Hull City and Sheffield Wednesday among other clubs, as its new corporate charity partner. 

The organisation works to break cycles of deprivation by boosting confidence, skills and opportunities for children and young people in the city’s most challenged communities.

Bosses say Expect’s 330-strong Bradford workforce, along with its customers and partners, will take part in fundraising activities including a One Million Steps Challenge, five-a-side football events, volunteering days and awareness campaigns. 

They add that the initiative complements the charity’s work with local sports clubs and high-profile ambassadors, helping to create brighter futures for young people.

Bob Duffy, Expect Distribution commercial director, said: “Working with One In A Million means more than a logo on our website – it’s about actively engaging our team, customers and community to make a real difference in young people’s lives. 

“When we met the One In A Million team, we felt their passion and saw first-hand the incredible impact they have. 

“We’re honoured to be supporting the charity over the coming year and beyond.”

Wayne added: “The company’s values of teamwork, commitment and community align very closely with ours as a charity. 

“Their support will help us reach more children and young people living in disadvantaged communities of Bradford, providing safe spaces, opportunities, pathways and the belief that they can achieve great things.”

Founded in 1988, Expect Distribution operates three Bradford sites and a Colchester-based business, employing over 450 people and running a fleet of 200 vehicles. 

The company specialises in bespoke distribution and warehousing, including UK-wide palletised delivery and services for major clients such as Amazon.

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