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 […]
Inspire. Empower. Act. How the IRC brings purpose to the workplace
Tired of planning teambuilding pizza parties and workplace happy hours? There’s a better way to engage your team – one that actually makes people excited to participate. The secret isn’t bigger budgets or flashier venues. It’s partnering with meaningful charities that build in purpose and activities that people genuinely want to share. Whether you’re running […]
Partnering for impact: How Direct Relief and your workplace can save lives
In times of crisis, generosity takes many forms, but few are as immediate and impactful as giving through the workplace. When disaster strikes, employees want to help. Through trusted partners like Direct Relief, your company can turn that desire into real, life-saving action — amplified by the power of workplace giving. From hurricanes and wildfires […]
How one letter from your team can empower a child’s future
Children are the leaders of tomorrow. Yet around the world, millions lack essential access to education, health care, safe spaces to learn and play, and workforce‑development training that can help them reach their full potential Thankfully, organizations like Children International are leading the way to provide support to children and youth in need. They aim […]
Only 1 in 5 employees are engaged at work. Let’s change that.
Gallup’s latest State of the Global Workplace report delivers a concerning headline: only 21% of employees worldwide are engaged — a two-point drop from last year, matching 2020’s pandemic-era lows. This time, the decline isn’t driven by lockdowns, but by a steep drop in manager engagement. Only 27% of managers report being engaged, with the […]