Bridging innovation and collaboration in vaccine research
As a key fiscal sponsor and partner in global health innovation, Global Impact Ventures has provided comprehensive support to initiatives like Advancing Health Online (AHO) and Vaccine Confidence Fund (VCF) to empower communities worldwide through digital public health solutions. The following – written by our technical expert, Mercury Shitindo – provides a deeper look at […]
From smiles to social good: Why Operation Smile is the perfect CSR partner
Imagine the moment that Hannah, pictured above, got to see her new smile for the first time. She was born with a cleft condition that makes eating, speaking, and socializing a challenge for thousands of people every year. After years of living with the condition, she was able to get surgery to fix it — for […]
How to personalize where you give to on Giving Tuesday (or any time of the year!)
Now that it’s November, you’re probably dreaming of all the ways you like to celebrate the holidays, from the food you eat to the way you give back during this time of the year. Giving Tuesday – celebrated the Tuesday after Thanksgiving – is a perfect opportunity to ensure your donation makes an impact during […]
Empowering workforces: Insights from our 2024 EAF survey
In recent years, the frequency and severity of natural disasters and global crises have escalated, leaving communities across the world grappling with unprecedented challenges. As companies seek to support their staff in times of need, many are turning to Employee Assistance Funds (EAFs) as a vital resource for helping employees get back on their feet. […]
Preparing for GivingTuesday – strategies for every timeline
As the holiday season approaches, so does the opportunity for your company to make a significant impact through generosity and community spirit. GivingTuesday, the global day of giving on Dec. 3, is right around the corner, and in 2023, raised over $3 billion for charitable causes! This year, we’re excited to once again unite with […]
Dressember: a unique opportunity for companies to fight human trafficking
Companies have a unique responsibility – and a powerful opportunity – to make a difference in addressing human trafficking. This is a global crisis that affects millions of children, women, and men – trapped in modern day slavery through forced labor, sexual exploitation, and other forms of horrific violence. It’s an industry worth billions of […]
Addressing world hunger with four charities leading the way
Global hunger is a critical challenge that affects at least 733 million people. That’s every 1 in 11 individuals around the world who are hungry and malnourished. The top causes of hunger are international conflict, climate disasters, and poverty. And unfortunately, every country in the world experiences it. From Africa to Asia, the Middle East […]
Engage your ERGs with custom engagement events from Islamic Relief USA
About 90% of Fortune 500 companies have at least one employee resource group (ERG) – a group uniting employees with a common background to provide support and connection in the workplace. And for good reason: 70% of 18- to 24-year-olds and 52% of 25- to 34-year-olds reported they would be more likely to apply for […]
Inspiring change together: How the IRC and companies co-create meaningful employee giving experiences
Employees want to feel connected to causes that matter, and few causes resonate more deeply than the global refugee crisis. With over 117 million people forced to flee their homes around the world, employees are aware of the immense need and looking for ways to meaningfully make an impact. Companies that engage in this topic […]
2024 UNGA Week Reflections
As we reflect on the impactful moments of UNGA Week 2024, we are grateful for the thought-provoking conversations and ideas shared during this critical time. We especially want to recognize and thank our clients, whose significant commitments, active participation, and involvement throughout the week were instrumental in driving meaningful progress. The energy and passion surrounding […]