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5 Benefits of Donor-Advised Funds for Corporations

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Here are numerous reasons why donor-advised funds (DAFs) are the fastest growing charitable giving vehicle in the United States. They combine versatility, flexibility and simplicity when it comes to r...
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Is Your Company Ready To Handle the Next Hot-Button Issue? How To Stay Two Steps Ahead

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Crickets. That’s the sound coming from many companies over today’s most pressing hot-button issues. Yet there is an increasingly blurred line between business and politics, leaving business leaders wo...
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Recession Recovery: How To Show Local Community Support

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During the recession recovery, it’s important for businesses to support local communities. It’s a role that businesses have historically played and one that allows communities to bounce back as quickl...
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Why You Should Consider Providing a DAF in Your Financial Wellness Benefits

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With 42% of employees in full-time work struggling to make ends meet, financial wellness benefits are no longer a bonus perk that Human Resources can offer. They are a business priority. Uncertain eco...
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4 Ways That Your Business Can Make Waves of Social Impact

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No matter the size of your business, it can have a social impact in the communities that you serve. Maximizing social impact is a good idea for the bottom line. It can raise the company’s visibility a...
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10 Charitable Giving Ideas Based on Moments That Matter for Employees

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If the business of HR is to manage — and enhance — the employee experience, an understanding of Moments That Matter (MTM) may be one of the most critical tools the HR professional can add to their rep...
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The Science of Giving: Why Do People Donate to Charity?

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It’s easy enough to give away that old sofa stashed in the corner of your garage. But why do people donate to charity? What causes you, or anyone else, to send a $100 check to a foundation or spend an...
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How To Choose a Charity That Aligns With Your Corporate Goals

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There's little question that your company should donate to charity — surveys show that two-thirds to three-quarters of customers and employees prefer to do business with companies that give back to th...
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The Future of HR Leadership — Transforming Companies From the Inside

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HR professionals are central to all employee-centered needs of a business. They are responsible for employee recruitment, training, engagement and management. They help ensure that all employees under...
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Celebrate National Nutrition Month by Supporting These Nonprofits

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National Nutrition Month is an annual nutrition education and information campaign in March created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The campaign focuses on the importance of making informed...
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Nonprofits to Support on World Cancer Awareness Day

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World Cancer Awareness Day is an annual event on February 4th dedicated to increasing awareness of cancer and encouraging its prevention, detection, and treatment. This day is coordinated by the Union...
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Nonprofits to Support for American Heart Month

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American Heart Month is an annual observance in February that raises awareness about heart health and encourages people to take action to reduce their risk of heart disease.During Heart Month, organiz...
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Live Discussion: Supporting Turkey & Syria Earthquake

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Nonprofits in Support of Ukraine

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The Ukraine humanitarian crisis refers to the ongoing conflict and suffering in Ukraine, which has led to widespread displacement and need for assistance. The conflict has caused significant loss of l...
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Nonprofit Organizations Supporting National Poverty in America Awareness Month

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National Poverty in America Awareness Month is observed each January, which aims to recognize the severe conditions of poverty that many live in.Nearly 40 million Americans are living in poverty, whic...
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Spotlight: Polaris Project

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The Polaris Project is a nonprofit organization that works to combat human trafficking and modern-day slavery.They operate both domestically and internationally, and their efforts include preventing t...
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Nonprofit Organizations Supporting National Slavery & Human Trafficking Prevention Month

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National Slavery & Human Trafficking Prevention Month is dedicated to raising awareness about different, often hidden, forms of human trafficking and modern day slavery. It is important to raise aware...
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Nonprofit Organizations Supporting Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday that commemorates the life and legacy of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. It is observed on the third Monday of January each year, near the ti...
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The Guide to Being a Modern Philanthropist: Elevate Your Impact With Groundswell

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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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The Science of Giving: Why Do People Donate to Charity?

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It’s easy enough to give away that old sofa stashed in the corner of your garage. But why do people donate to charity? What causes you, or anyone else, to send a $100 check to a foundation or spend an...
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From Dock to Dish: A Deep Dive Into Seafood Sustainability

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This week we dive into an interview with Wendy Norden, Director of Science and Global Strategies at Seafood Watch Program at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, discussing the interconnected depths of consumer...
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How To Become a Philanthropist: 7 Steps To Change the World

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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?

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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Complete Handbook to Corporate Grants

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Corporate grants are financial support provided by a business to a nonprofit organization, educational institution, or another type of community group. These grants can be used to fund a wide range of...
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The Workplace Giving Handbook: Everything You Need to Know

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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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The Case for Corporations to Leverage Donor-Advised Funds

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Year over year, companies are increasing their focus on corporate social responsibility (CSR) and the impact they have on communities. Corporate charitable giving is perhaps the most visible effort th...
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Responding to Disasters: Your Corporate Giving Playbook

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As the frequency and intensity of natural disasters and wide-scale emergencies increase, and as government resources are stretched thin, communities are turning more often to companies to assist in im...
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AAPI Heritage Month: Donate to These Nonprofits

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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPIHM) is a month-long celebration of the history, culture, and achievements of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs). It is observed every...
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Employee Matching Gift Programs: A Competitive Advantage in Recruiting Top Talent

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Employee matching gifts can be a valuable tool for companies looking to recruit talented employees. These programs allow employees to donate to their favorite charities, and the company will match the...
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National Volunteering Week: Nonprofits to Support

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National Volunteering Week is an annual event that takes place in many countries around the world, usually during the month of April. It is a week-long celebration of volunteering and its importance i...
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Disaster Relief Response: Nonprofit Organizations

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There are many nonprofit organizations working to provide disaster relief response that impacts communities in the United States. Many of these organizations also respond to disasters outside the U.S....
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Earth Day: Celebrate with These Nonprofit Organizations

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As the world celebrates Earth Day on April 22, we are shining a spotlight on one of the greatest threats to this planet: climate change. It is an issue that the United Nations calls a defining crisis ...
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Hunger Awareness: Supporting Nonprofits

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Hunger awareness campaigns are initiatives aimed at raising awareness about the issue of hunger and food insecurity, both locally and globally. These campaigns aim to educate people about the extent o...
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Unleash the Power of Your Employee Giving Program: A Complete Guide (original)

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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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