The five-minute recap of Points of Light’s 2024 Civic 50
In mid-July, I attended the Points of Light presentation on The Civic 50: A Roadmap for Good Corporate Citizenship, a program that recognizes the most community-minded companies in the United States. What is The Civic 50?The Civic 50 honors companies with annual U.S. revenues of at least $1 billion based on their corporate citizenship and […]
Empowering employees to live their values with UMCOR
As a leader in your workplace, you know how important it is to ensure every employee feels welcomed and engaged. That’s one reason why employee resource groups (ERGs) are a growing presence at many organizations, uniting employees who share a common identity to foster inclusion and belonging in the workplace. ERGs are often led by […]
Empower your workforce during disaster season with Direct Relief
As the United States braces for an unprecedented disaster and hurricane season, the need for preparedness and informed response has never been more critical. This year, experts predict stronger and more dangerous storms, which could harm both communities and businesses. In the face of such threats, effective disaster response and humanitarian aid are crucial. The […]
Going for gold: A behind-the-scenes look at Global Impact’s 2024 employee giving campaign
Global Impact was founded as the federation for international charities in workplace giving campaigns. Now, with nearly 70 years of experience under our belts, it’s safe to say that we are experts in workplace giving and connecting organizations and employees with the causes and charities they care about! Every June, we have the opportunity to […]
Unlocking the power of employee engagement: key insights from our recent webinar
Last month, we hosted two Charity Alliance members to talk about how they can help companies amplify their employee engagement. Attendees got to experience just a bit of the magic of ChildFund International and Mercy Corps’ employee engagement opportunities. Missed it? Here’s a quick recap to answer any questions you may have surrounding charity engagement events: Why […]
Four ways to boost employee volunteering and giving through ERGs
Companies are no longer just the place where work happens. In recent years, it has become increasingly important for workers around the world to feel like they are making a difference — at their company, in their local community, and across the globe. People spend an enormous amount of time and energy at work, and each […]
Inspire greater giving: Global Impact’s Corporate Ecosystem
Join Global Impact’s Corporate Ecosystem and be a part of a network of companies and workplaces that lead the way in increasing engagement within the workplace. Why it matters:About 85% of campaign administrators say one of their biggest challenges is keeping their employee giving campaigns fresh. We believe this is due to a disconnect between […]
What we learned from Benevity’s Top Charitable Causes report
Earlier this year, the giving platform Benevity released its 2023 Top Charitable Causes report. The report is a very telling snapshot of this moment in history, clearly showing that employee giving is motivated by the heightened crises we are facing globally. As a fundraiser who leads Global Impact’s emergency response campaigns for employee donors, I […]
Effortless employee engagement: A simple solution for social impact events
Providing opportunities for employees to connect with social issues is critical in today’s professional landscape. Eighty-four percent of U.S. employees now expect and want companies to engage on social issues (Source) and 55% of current U.S. employees say they would leave their current employer for an organization that has a more positive impact. (Source) Workers […]
Six ways your employees can become champions for children
Children are the leaders of tomorrow. Yet, millions of kids worldwide suffer from poverty, forced displacement, conflict, lack of education, climate change, and more—they are experiencing real harm today, as well as long-term effects on their future success. Looking for a better way to build a brighter future? This year, consider supporting Save the Children, […]