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The Ultimate Guide to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) with Step-By-Step Instructions
Read moreConsumers want to do business with companies who practice corporate social responsibility – and for good reason.Companies that have a good CSR program have a long-term view on doing business and under...
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It’s easy enough to incorporate DEI into your values statement and add a page or two to your website. But like every other aspect of your business, when it comes to implementation, things can get a bi...
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Giving Tuesday is fast approaching, so we wanted to give you great Giving Tuesday ideas. Now’s the time when nonprofits ask their patrons and donors to dig a little deeper to finish off the annual don...
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If the words "corporate philanthropy" call up images of pink ribbon campaigns, big donations to very visible causes, and big brands improving their image through charitable donations, hang tight.There...
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GivingTuesday is a global movement unleashing the power of people and organizations focused on transforming their communities and the world. In 2021, donations to global charities reached an incredibl...
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Why Corporate Volunteering Programs Are Often IneffectiveThe concept of corporate volunteering is one of the fair-haired darlings of the corporate social responsibility conversation. Corporations who ...
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Recently, leaders have stopped organizing employee volunteer events and shifted towards gifting and matching programs for good reasons.That's because company leaders have discovered that they're not t...
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Dealing with layoffs and the resulting fallout after a company downsizes can be one of the most difficult tasks to face for any manager or human resource professional. It's no secret that layoffs can ...
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Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. The concepts aren’t new but they’re more important than ever. Most companies have some sort of DEI initiative. But diversity, equity and inclusion in today’s workplace go...
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Celebrating the Rich Cultural Heritage: International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples
The International Day of the World’s Indigenous People on August 9 pays tribute to the world's indigenous communities. About 370 to 500 million indigenous people are estimated to live in 90 countries ...
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World Humanitarian Day: Nonprofits Empowering Humanity, Together
On World Humanitarian Day, we unite to honor the indomitable spirit of aid workers and volunteers, whose unwavering commitment saves lives and uplifts communities in crisis.Join us as we promote the o...
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Prepare for the Back-to-School Season with These Nonprofit Organizations Focused on Education.
Education is the key to progress and a better future for individuals and communities. As we prepare for the upcoming "back to school" season, we must recognize the incredible work of nonprofit organiz...
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The Guide to Being a Modern Philanthropist: Elevate Your Impact With Groundswell
This guide is intended to provide resources and inspiration for Groundswell users on how to donate to causes they care about. It provides tips to best identify and donate to charities that have a prov...
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How To Become a Philanthropist: 7 Steps To Change the World
If you’re wondering how to become a philanthropist, it’s easier than you think. Anyone can do it and, contrary to popular belief, it’s not just for the wealthy. Make no mistake about it: Humans are so...
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Donor-Advised Fund vs. Private Foundation: What's the Difference?
Donating directly to a charitable organization might be the simplest way to give, but there are also various philanthropic vehicles available for minimizing taxes and maximizing impact. Two of the bet...
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Anna Malaika Tubbs: On Celebrating Black Motherhood, and Creating a Social Justice-Driven Portfolio
At Groundswell, we are privileged to talk to a wide range of individuals about philanthropy in all its forms. That is why we are so grateful to have had the opportunity to speak with New York Times b...
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Night of the Living DAF: How Groundswell is Raising Zombie Philanthropy From the Dead
No one likes zombies. They’re noisy. They’re disgusting. Worst of all, they try to eat your brain.But perhaps the spookiest thing about them? They’re mindless. Zombies are automatons who amble along w...
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12 Employee Benefits Survey Questions Modern Companies Should Ask
In today's business environment, having the right and highest performing talent is more critical than ever. With benefits packages playing a vital role in these decisions, how can companies truly gaug...
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The Guide to Being a Modern Philanthropist: Elevate Your Impact With Groundswell
This guide is intended to provide resources and inspiration for Groundswell users on how to donate to causes they care about. It provides tips to best identify and donate to charities that have a prov...
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Unleash the Power of Your Employee Giving Program: Best Practices Guide
Your Best Practices Guide for Maximizing Your Employee Giving ParticipationThis guide provides you with tools and tips to maximize employee participation in your giving program, not just when the prog...
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The Workplace Giving Handbook: Everything You Need to Know
Workplace giving programs offer employees an important benefit.It gives employees a way to support the causes they care about and trust that their support is actually doing good in the world.It's not ...
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How To Improve Company Culture (and Why It Matters So Much): 5 of Our Expert Tips
Culture may not appear on the balance sheet alongside goodwill and brand recognition, but maybe it should. Many people talk about culture, yet few really understand what it is and how to shape it to t...
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How To Improve Morale at Work: Groundswell Feature in Lifehack
When workplace morale is high, it affects employee engagement and productivity in positive ways. Yet as companies pursue increasingly remote and decentralized operating models, the happiness quotient ...
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How To Become a Philanthropist: 7 Steps To Change the World
If you’re wondering how to become a philanthropist, it’s easier than you think. Anyone can do it and, contrary to popular belief, it’s not just for the wealthy. Make no mistake about it: Humans are so...
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8 Powerful Ways To Elevate Your Corporate Philanthropy Efforts
In today's business world, corporate philanthropy is more than a buzzword. Engaged consumers want to do business with brands that give back — and they're not the only ones. An effective, modern employ...
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Donor-Advised Fund vs. Private Foundation: What's the Difference?
Donating directly to a charitable organization might be the simplest way to give, but there are also various philanthropic vehicles available for minimizing taxes and maximizing impact. Two of the bet...
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Determining Your Corporate Donation Budget: How Much Should You Donate To Charity?
When a company donates to charitable causes, they benefit in several different ways beyond doing good for the community. Charitable donations pay off in goodwill and reputation, deeper community conne...
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Donation Match Programs for Charitable Giving: How It Works and How To Set One Up
Donation matching is a form of corporate giving that effectively doubles employees' contributions to causes that matter to them. The premise is simple: When an employee makes a financial donation to a...
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Why Are Employee Benefits So Important? Here’s What You Should Know
No one disputes the importance of employee benefits. Employee benefits matter because they demonstrate how much the company cares about and appreciates its employees. Benefits support an employee’s he...
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Building Stellar Workplace Leaders: 7 Tips To Be a Good Manager
The best companies have one thing in common: good leadership. Leadership can make or break a company. All leaders aren’t managers. There are, for example, informal leaders who may have no official tit...
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