Crisis-ready: How Americares helps your employees prepare for disasters
From natural disasters to mental health struggles, no one wants to face hardships in their life, but it’s best to be prepared in case of crisis. Many companies create crisis plans for their businesses, plotting out how they’ll respond to disasters, negative press, or revenue dips. But are you planning how you’ll help prepare your employees to handle crises? Our partner Americares is […]
Top ways to give back on International Volunteer Day
International Volunteer Day is this Friday, Dec. 5. If you haven’t planned how you’re going to give back yet, there’s still time! Spending the day with your coworkers using your allotted volunteer hours or gathering a group of friends and family to lend a hand is a great way to give back ahead of the […]
Why World Toilet Day matters more than you might think
Nearly half of the world’s population still live without safely managed sanitation services. Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) initiatives reach beyond clean drinking water and plumbing. It may surprise you to realize that something as simple as a properly maintained latrine or bathroom can significantly improve a community’s overall quality of life. Every Nov. 19, […]
Top charities to support on GivingTuesday
Every year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, over 30 million people participate in GivingTuesday — a powerful opportunity to kick off the holiday season. Last year, a record breaking $3.6 billion was raised in the U.S. alone, and this year on Dec. 2 you can help break that record again. With billions raised and thousands […]
Purpose-driven workplaces: Why Save the Children is your ideal partner
Your company probably invests in team-building activities, wellness programs, and maybe even an annual volunteer day. Yet surveys keep showing the same troubling trend: employees feel disconnected from meaningful work, and turnover remains stubbornly high. Here’s what’s missing: purpose. Employees don’t just want to work for a paycheck. They want to work for something. They want to know that their efforts — and by extension, their company — matter in the world. When that’s missing, even […]
What if the key to ending poverty was already in place?
Poverty isn’t just a lack of income. It becomes a barrier that controls daily decisions, limits opportunities, disrupts stability, and makes it hard to see a way forward. Yet in many corners of the world, community members are taking the initiative to regain direction over their futures. Whether they’re launching small businesses, building grassroots support […]
Multiply your impact for hunger relief with Feed My Starving Children
Did you know that your employer can help you double or even triple your impact in the fight against hunger? Many workplaces match every dollar you donate or hour you volunteer, stretching your contribution further at no extra cost to you. That means leading charities like Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) can get double or […]
A beginner’s guide to workplace giving: How to donate with impact and confidence
If you’ve ever asked yourself “How do I donate through my workplace?” or “Which giving options does my company offer?” — you’re not alone. Understanding workplace giving can be tricky, so we’ve put together this beginner-friendly guide to help you maximize your donation’s impact. This guide breaks down how to give through your workplace, the […]
Sustainability is more than a buzzword: Engage your workforce with Heifer International
Many employees are passionate about making the world — and their workplace — a more eco-friendly place, from instating recycling programs to advocating for renewable energy sources. In fact, 69% of adults said they want their companies to invest in sustainability efforts, according to a 2023 Deloitte survey. Sustainability is not just a buzzword — it’s a smart […]
Mobilizing for impact when disaster strikes
In the wake of disaster, every effort shapes the path to recovery. Whether it’s a sudden earthquake or an ongoing humanitarian crisis, communities in need rely on coordinated responses to survive and rebuild. Around the world, these six nonprofits are providing life-changing support in places where traditional systems have collapsed, offering medical care, clean water, […]