People-First Engagement Strategies for 2026
On Jan. 29, I had the opportunity to bring together three incredible social impact leaders — Alicia Procello of the Avery Dennison Foundation, Meg Counts of Pilot Company, and Amanda Ponzar of Kaptivate and The Social Impact Group — for a conversation on people-centered programs. Discussions like this reinvigorate my commitment to the work we do at Global Impact and highlight the profound influence CSR and […]
Four Nonprofits Providing Lifesaving Care to Refugees in 2026
There are over 117 million displaced people in the world today due to natural disasters and war. In the past several years, displacement has outpaced resettlement, indicating that more resources are needed to solve this problem. But, as federal funding priorities drastically shift away from international charitable causes, less resources are reaching refugees and displaced people in need. Thankfully, organizations like our Charity Alliance partners World Vision, Medical Teams International, Alight, International Medical […]
International Day of Education
For many of us, education is a normal process that we embark on, from K-12. At least in the U.S., it is mandatory and aims to be standardized across the country, so that regardless of what state you’re raised in, you will ideally be on the same playing field as other students of your same age. The touted value of education is “to prepare you for the real world” which loosely translates to “to […]
Top 5 Disasters of 2025: How EAFs Provided Support Worldwide
Throughout last year, I reviewed hundreds of Employee Assistance Fund (EAF) applications and saw how disasters and unexpected hardships disrupted lives around the world. I witnessed resilience repeatedly, with people finding the strength to prevail despite loss and uncertainty. These are not distant stories; they come from our neighbors, our friends, and our families. Seeing […]
How Partnering With ERGs Can Power Your Nonprofit Strategy in 2026
For charities looking to expand their corporate partnerships, deepen community engagement, and diversify volunteer pipelines, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) represent one of the most promising opportunities. ERGs are voluntary, employee-led groups that exist inside companies to create community, support career development, and foster an inclusive workplace culture. They bring together employees connected by shared identities, […]
Photos matter: Sharing moments in workplace giving events
In a world where attention is short and communication is constant, photos have become one of the most powerful tools for storytelling, especially in workplace giving and capturing employee engagement moments. Whether it’s a GivingTuesday celebration, a Take 20 micro-event, a volunteer activity, or a campaign kickoff, the images you capture in these moments can […]
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 […]
Advancing your mission: The role of fundraising consultants in nonprofit success
Why strategy needs supportNonprofits are driven by purpose to create lasting social change, uplift communities, and deliver on bold missions. Yet many face a familiar tension: big ambitions but limited resources. Leaders juggle program delivery, fundraising, communications, and operations, often with lean teams and tight budgets. That’s where strategic fundraising consulting support can make the […]
Protecting kids online: How employers can empower parents and partner for impact
Juggling the stresses of work and family care has become even more complex in the digital age. That’s why many employees turn to parent and caregiving Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) at their workplace to find tips for maintaining work-life balance, connecting with other parents and caregivers, and learning how to keep their kids healthy and […]