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2026 Community Impact Strategy | Case study: The Kao SEED Fund
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Case Study
The Kao SEED Fund
The Kao SEED Fund (Social Enterprise
and Environmental Development) is Kao
Data’s community initiative, supporting
not-for-pro昀椀t and grassroots projects that
deliver social, environmental and economic
bene昀椀ts in the areas where the company
operates.
With Kao Data constructing the largest data centre in
the North West, Stockport provided the perfect location
These partners bring deep local knowledge and trusted
networks, helping Kao Data connect with key groups,
identify high-impact projects and maximise the social
value of the fund. Their involvement ensures the Kao
SEED Fund reaches organisations capable of delivering
the greatest community impact. Across 2026, as well
as delivering the second iteration of the Stockport and
Each site has a £20,000 annual funding pot. The fund
not only provides 昀椀nancial support but also mentorship,
guidance and hands-on involvement from Kao Data staff
to maximise impact.
Harlow SEED Funds, we will launch a third fund in Slough.
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Environmental
sustainability
to launch the project, with the inaugural fund launched
Projects that promote a greener local area
there on National Social Enterprise Day. As a brand-new
community for a data centre operator, we wanted to
build a positive, meaningful connection with the town
Enterprise
development
and make a tangible contribution to local life.
Programmes that generate or support economic
opportunities in the area
Kao Data employees play a hands-on role throughout the
initiative - participating in selection panels, volunteering
on funded projects and attending community events.
Community
empowerment
This engagement ensures the fund delivers tangible
outcomes while fostering strong relationships between
Initiatives that strengthen local engagement and
collaboration
the company and the local community. The fund works
closely with our operational partners who are embedded
in local communities, including Sector 3 in Stockport and
Harlow Council.
Kao SEED Fund recipients: Teenage Markets by Place or Youth
