At Howden, insurance is more than policies and premiums, it’s about people. The team prides itself on delivering genuinely personal advice for individuals and businesses, taking the time to understand what matters most. Whether it’s navigating complex risks, finding the right protection, or simply having someone who listens, Howden goes the extra mile to ensure clients feel supported, understood, and never treated like just another number.
This people-first mindset is embedded across the organisation, from its high street branches to its specialist teams throughout the UK and Ireland. It’s also why Howden earned the title Insurance Broker of the Decade. Locally, the Tooting branch embodies this commitment, serving the community with a refreshing, relationship-led approach to insurance.
A longstanding commitment to community
Community sits at the heart of Howden’s culture. Over the past several years, the Tooting team has expanded its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) work, supporting a wide range of local and international causes through volunteering, fundraising, collections, and awareness campaigns.
Each year, the team hosts Macmillan Coffee Mornings to support those affected by cancer. During the festive season, they coordinate food donations for Tooting Community Kitchen, helping families facing hardship. In 2022, they took on the Tough Mudder challenge to raise funds for UNHCR’s Ukraine Emergency Appeal followed by multiple supply drives throughout 2023 to provide clothing, food, and essentials for communities impacted by the crisis.
Literacy has become another key focus. Their book exchange campaign, supported by Learn to Love to Read, proved hugely popular with local families. Building on that success, the team launched a book drive for the Children’s Book Project this year, helping ensure every child has access to books at home.
Since July 2024, staff have been volunteering at The Furzedown Project’s vegetable plot, supporting local wellbeing through gardening. They also teamed up with Wimbledon RFC to introduce a Boot Exchange, enabling children to donate and pick up second-hand rugby boots, available directly at the Tooting branch.
The team also proudly supports St George’s Hospital Charity, participating in gardening days to help refresh outdoor spaces for patients and staff. Over Christmas, they wrapped gifts for children spending the holidays in hospital, bringing warmth and joy to families going through difficult moments.
Howden also supports Maggie’s, its national charity partner offering free cancer support. In May 2025, the Tooting team joined Miles for Maggie’s, walking seven miles from Charing Cross Hospital to Howden’s headquarters a meaningful effort that raised funds, awareness, and spirits along the way.
Most recently, the branch partnered with Wandsworth Care Alliance, featured as their September Charity of the Month. This connection led to a new partnership with Healthwatch Wandsworth which is delivered by Wandsworth Care Alliance, whose Assembly the team proudly hosted on the 20th November. The event gave residents a platform to voice concerns and experiences about health and care services.
Why they give back
For Howden, giving back isn’t an obligation it’s part of their DNA. The team believes in celebrating and uplifting the people, charities, and grassroots organisations that make their community stronger.
Their Business/Charity of the Month initiative is one example of this commitment. By shining a spotlight on local heroes through social media and in-branch displays, Howden helps amplify their work and increase their impact.
What guides their support
When choosing who to support, the Howden Tooting team looks for partnerships built on shared purpose and real community benefit. Key factors include:
- Shared Values – Organisations aligned with Howden’s mission to be a force for good.
- Local Impact – Initiatives that directly benefit people in the community.
- Trust and Collaboration – Partnerships founded on strong relationships and mutual respect.
- Passion and Purpose – Causes that genuinely inspire the team and their clients.
- Inclusivity and Accessibility – Efforts that create opportunities for everyone.
Open to supporting more local Charities
Howden Tooting is always interested in exploring new partnerships provided they have the capacity to give each charity the attention it deserves. If your organisation shares their values and is making a positive impact in Wandsworth, they’d love to hear from you.
Contact details:
Howden Tooting
149–155 Mitcham Road
London SW17 9PG
0208 672 3375
howdeninsurance.co.uk/tooting