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Cisco’s CSR program is proof that giving back isn’t just good for the community – it’s a smart business move, too! By reimagining their approach to employee engagement, Cisco hit record-high participation and proved that social impact programs can be a powerful driver of employee performance and loyalty. ↳ Get all the insights in the full report: https://lnkd.in/053ql #CSR #SocialImpact #Cisco #CompanyCulture #EmployeeEngagement

A disaster strikes. Are you ready to respond? ⏱ While businesses can’t predict when a crisis will hit, they can be ready to support communities with a solid disaster relief strategy. Here’s our essential checklist for building an impactful relief plan: ✅ Establish a relief fund: Dedicate part of your CSR budget to ensure you’re financially prepared for immediate response. ✅ Leverage partnerships: Build strong relationships with nonprofits and relevant business partners early on. ✅ Simplify participation: Make it easy for employees to jump in by connecting them with vetted nonprofits and volunteering opportunities. ✅ Think long-term: Go beyond immediate response — identify gaps in recovery efforts where your team’s skills can make a lasting impact. ✅ Optimize your strategy: Continuously assess your disaster relief approach. Ask yourself, are we helping in the best way we can? In times of crisis, being prepared makes all the difference. How’s your organization being proactive? #EmployeeEngagement #DisasterRelief #SocialImpact #CSR

We’re excited to spotlight Heifer International – a nonprofit that’s been transforming communities and protecting the planet for over 80 years! 🌍 Liz Ellis, Heifer's Corporate Brand Partnerships Manager, shares how they empower farmers to build resilient livelihoods through climate-smart agriculture, creating lasting change from the ground up. Want to get involved? From mindful everyday choices to skills-based volunteering, we can all play a role in advancing Heifer's mission. 💚 Follow Heifer International to learn how you can support them this #GivingSeason and beyond! #Sustainability #Heifer #GivingTuesday #ClimateAction #CSR

We had an incredible time at The Partnership Conference this week! 👏 Sona Khosla, our Chief Impact Officer, shared key insights from the State of Corporate Purpose 2024 report, highlighting the trends shaping the future of CSR. It was inspiring to see so much enthusiasm around how data and innovation can fuel social impact. Thank you to The Partnership Conference for having us and to the 400+ leaders who joined! #CSR #SocialImpact #PartnershipConference #Sustainability #CorporatePurpose

Did you know? On average, companies that offer volunteer rewards see 50% more volunteer hours per person. 👇 Here are other strategies best-in-class programs use to drive participation: ⏰ Volunteer PTO: Allowing paid time off for volunteering encourages employees to get involved without sacrificing personal time. 👥 Team-based opportunities: Team volunteering increases participation by 7.5x, building camaraderie and deeper engagement. 🗓️ Company-wide events: Designating a specific day, week or month for company-wide volunteering unites employees and creates a sense of purpose. 👋 Employee-led initiatives: When employees lead the charge, participation increases by 2.7x as people are more likely to rally behind causes championed by their peers. Want to dive deeper? Explore all the insights in The State of Corporate Volunteering report – link in the comments! #CSR #EmployeeEngagement #Volunteering #CorporateVolunteering #Volunteer

Our partner CECP just released the highly anticipated Giving in Numbers: 2024 Edition! 📊 This must-read report sets the standard for benchmarking corporate social investments, revealing how companies are aligning purpose with impact — and reaping the rewards! ▶️ Explore all the trends in the full report: https://zurl.co/oLHm #GivingInNumbers #CorporateSocialResponsibility #SocialImpact #CECP

🔔 New! Benevity Impact Labs' latest report reveals the tangible business value of engaging employees in social impact. When Cisco’s program engagement plateaued, they applied a 3-part business transformation strategy to CSR — and the results were eye-opening. Not only did they double engagement, data showed their programs delivered boosts in employee retention, bonuses, career growth and peer recognition! 💡 Read the full report and uncover the actionable insights behind Cisco’s strategy: https://shorturl.at/pSGl2

In our recent #GivingSeason webinar, Nicole McGinn – Manager of CSR Programs at Spin Master – shared how they use Benevity's reporting tools to shape and strengthen their social impact strategy. Nicole highlighted that meeting employees where they're at and staying aligned with their interests is crucial for building a program that truly engages and drives impact. 💬 How are you leveraging data to enhance your CSR strategy? #EmployeeEngagement #ImpactMeasurement #CSR #GivingTuesday

We’re thrilled to share that Benevity has been featured on Worth Media Group's inaugural Impact 150 list! 🎉 The Impact 150 recognizes companies at the forefront of global sustainability and social responsibility. We are proud to be recognized as leaders in driving meaningful change and positive impact in the world. And we are honoured to be in the company of brands such as Accenture, Apple and Starbucks, who are setting the standard in corporate responsibility and proving that business success and social impact can thrive together. ▶️ See the full list here: https://bit.ly/408xVwb #CSR #SocialImpact #WorthMagazine #WorthImpact150 #Impact150

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are key to building inclusive workplaces, but aligning them with broader DEI goals can be challenging. Join our webinar with Perfeqta to learn how to build a comprehensive ERG strategy that drives impact and fosters employee engagement. 🔜 Register now: https://bit.ly/3XUvdaM #ERGs #DEI #DiversityEquityInclusion #InclusiveLeadership #DiversityMatters