Community Service

Ricoh Company, Ltd. was named one of the 2009 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute. Ricoh earned a coveted place on the list by outstanding achievements in corporate social responsibility and environmental area.

Ricoh Hong Kong had assumed many social responsibilities as a way of expressing adherence to its Ricoh's corporate philosophy of "The Spirit of Three Loves: Love your neighbour, Love Your Country and Love Your Work."

The company was awarded the Caring Company Logo for 6 Consecutive Years by the Hong Kong Council of Social Service in recognition of Ricoh's outstanding performance and commitment in corporate social responsibility and community work in following areas:

• Volunteering
• Giving
• Mentoring
• Caring for the Employee
• Caring for the Environment

In the past, Ricoh Hong Kong has sponsored or supported the following major charities and community activities:

HKFYG's The Rainbow Program

	From September to October 2008, Ricoh sponsored the Hongkong Federation of Youth Groups' Youth Support Scheme to organize "The Rainbow Program". The objective is to lead 20 youths who were cautioned by the police for minor offences to participate in volunteer services targeted to the elderly, mentally handicapped and children with learning disabilities through regular visit together with Ricoh Volunteers. This plan is not only provide an opportunity to let the volunteers and youth to share their knowledge, it also let them to share their experience and learning at the final presentation and improve their confidence.

Oxfam Trailwalker

	Ricoh supports the "Oxfam Trailwalker" fundraising event for last few years and many Ricoh staff join this event in voluntary basis. They encourage each other along the way, facing difficulty together to complete the 100km MacLehose Trail within a 48-hour time limit. This can help to build team spirit among the staff.

Ricoh Volunteers Celebrate Dragon Boat Festival with the Elderly

	Over 100 members from the Ricoh Hong Kong's Volunteer team co-operated with Yang Memorial Methodist Social Service to deliver Chinese rice dumplings to over 100 elderly to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival. This activity is brings ¡§happiness¡¨ to the community and especially, their concern for Hong Kong¡¦s elderly.