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 […]
Unique fundraising strategies to make your EAF more sustainable
Companies: it’s not a matter of if a crisis will impact your employees, but when. However, the number one reason we hear from prospective clients who do not move forward with an Employee Assistance Fund (EAF) is that their leadership is concerned about the sustainability and long-term funding commitment to a program like this. In […]
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 […]
Top 8 philanthropy news sources
As news around international aid, corporate social responsibility, and global causes is constantly shifting, it can feel impossible to stay current on the latest philanthropy trends. Luckily, the sources below make it simple to stay on top of the philanthropic field – and the good news is, they’ll be delivered right to your inbox. Whether […]
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 […]
Employee-driven giving: The future of corporate philanthropy
At Global Impact Ventures (GIV), we know that corporate philanthropy isn’t just about giving money – it’s about empowering employees to drive meaningful change. Our Campaign Engagement team helps companies design philanthropy that centers employees, bringing both your company’s vision and your people’s passion to life. Whether it’s through workplace giving, disaster response, or employee […]
Rethinking workplace giving: How employee-centered strategies are shaping the future
The workplace giving landscape is evolving — and that’s a good thing. Companies are reimagining their strategies to align more closely with employee priorities, purpose-driven work, and community impact. At the same time, employees are looking for meaningful ways to connect with their colleagues and values at work. This shift creates an exciting opportunity: to design […]
The smartest disaster prep you can do for your employees — and how we’re here to help
September is the beginning of the hurricane season in earnest and aptly named National Disaster Preparedness Month — a timely reminder that while we can’t always prevent disasters, we can prepare for them. Growing up in Florida, I witnessed firsthand how hurricanes consume every aspect of life. The moment the first hurricane is called for […]
Mission debrief: Operation Ignite Employee Giving
Folks, we’re declassifying this year’s mission briefing. For nearly 70 years, our covert and overt operations at Global Impact have been focused on executing our most critical assignment: uniting partners to inspire greater giving. 2025’s campaign status? Mission launched and accepted. At our recent Mission Impact: Igniting Employee Giving event, fellow campaign coordinators across public […]
UMCOR: A partner in global humanitarian responses
As World Humanitarian Day (August 19) approaches, we are reminded of the impact ordinary people can have when they come together to help others. It’s the perfect moment to uplift your Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), especially those grounded in service, faith, or global citizenship, by connecting them with purpose-driven partners like The United Methodist Committee […]