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  "description": "The Wates Family Enterprise Trust is an independent charity established by the Wates family, owners of the Wates Group. Launched in 2008, it is central to the family's vision of responsible business ownership and being a force for good, operating separately but governed by the Wates family. It empowers Wates employees to support local communities and causes close to their hearts through various award programs.",
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  "category": "Corporate Giving Programs",
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  "updatedAt": "2026-09-10T13:26:05.312Z",
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    "website": "https://wates.co.uk",
    "category": "Charitable Trust",
    "what_it_does": "The Wates Family Enterprise Trust is an independent charity that provides funding and support to charitable causes and community initiatives, primarily through award programs for Wates employees. These programs include Matched Funding, Community Awards, Sport Sponsorship Awards, the 100for500 Campaign, and Charitable donations through the Give As You Earn scheme.",
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      "detail": "The Trust provides funding and support to its beneficiaries without charge."
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