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Majority of Companies Increased Giving from 2010 to 2013: Corporate Giving and Revenues Rise Together
Corporate philanthropy is an integral part of a company’s social responsibility and employee engagement strategies. Ìý Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy’s (CECP) Giving in Numbers report…
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You’re Never Too Young to Start Volunteering
Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia believes in helping others and they feel you can too and there’s no better time to start then when…
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Celebrating National Volunteer Month at Panera Bread®
By Kate Antonacci At Panera, my job is to make sure we’re delivering on our company’s commitment to use our scale, expertise and resources to…
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In an Instant: Mother Reflects on her Son’s Life After Paralysis
As a mother, you always want the best for your children. You do your best to nurture them, to teach them right from wrong and…
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SPLC uncovers deplorable conditions at Alabama jail, urges Department of Justice to investigate
The 17-year-old boy thought he might pass out. He had been sleeping on the floor of his overcrowded cell when four adult detainees attacked him.…
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The Red Badge of Cancer
By Thomas Marsch Every phase of cancer is hard: Diagnosis, treatment, post-treatment, recovery and the return to mainstream life. The demons I possessed before my…
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Jonah Turns His Wish Into a Career
It’s difficult for many people to figure out just what they want in this world. But some of us just seem to know what they’re…
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Presentations and Handouts from the 2014 Membership Assembly
Below are the presentations and handouts from the 2014 Membership Assembly. If you have questions, please contact MARCOM@charities.org.Ìý
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Why Mid-Sized Businesses Should Prioritize Employee-Led Philanthropy
By Ryan Scott Mid-sized businesses – often defined as organizations with 100 to 5000 employees – comprise 26% of U.S. businesses, according to the Midmarket…
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Signature Theater Presents More Than Plays
Signature Theatre in Arlington VA, gives back to the community through education and outreach programs that target those traditionally underserved by the arts. Not only…
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Not Just Lip Service: Employees Demand Workplace Volunteering
By Ryan Scott Across the world, employee expectations of the companies they work for are dramatically expanding when it comes toÌýcorporate philanthropy. ÌýAs such, companies…
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Employee Engagement Incentives and Results
At what point should companies expect to see employee engagement levels increase and what incentives work best to achieve successful results? With Lockheed Martin employees…
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