Posts by nc
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. Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy’s (CECP) Giving in Numbers report highlights the growth in corporate giving since 2010 “signaling that societal engagement is not a financial tradeoff but a sound business strategy”. The report also highlights how employee engagement was…
Read MorePresentations 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.
Read MoreWhy 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 Institute. And yet, despite their numbers, mid-sized businesses are often overlooked in discussions about employee volunteer and giving programs. The big corporations are more typically the ones that have the…
Read MoreSignature 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 are high school kids presented opportunities to witness live stage productions, they are actually encouraged to become a part of one! Their “Signature in the Schools” program allows them to…
Read MoreYou’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 you’re young. They have rewarding and exciting youth programs that are available to people aged 5-25. Volunteering is the perfect way for children to be welcomed as productive and active…
Read MoreCelebrating 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 help address the issue of hunger in America. We do so through a variety of innovative programs, including the Panera Bread Foundation’s non-profit community cafes, Panera Cares®. But we’re always…
Read MoreIn 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 give them every opportunity to succeed. Whether it means holding their hands when they need help or picking them up after a fall; you do whatever is necessary so that…
Read MoreSPLC 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. They beat his head against the floor and cut his throat with razors. It was a brutal attempt to intimidate the youth and prevent him from testifying in court. As…
Read MoreThe 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 diagnosis were waiting for me after treatment. Whatever insecurities I had about work, family and relationships were heightened—and now I had a few more to add to the list—mostly around…
Read MoreJonah 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 born to do. Jonah just so happens to be one of those people. His love for cooking came to him at a young age. Jonah would cook large family meals…
Read MoreProtect Charitable Giving Incentives in the Tax Code
A number of critical giving incentives included as part of the annual tax extenders package expired on January 1, 2014 along with other provisions. These included the IRA charitable rollover and the enhanced deductions for donating both food inventory and land conservation easements, which in part support the essential work of America’s charities that serve millions of…
Read MoreMaking Impact: An Interview With Junior Achievement of New York’s President, Joseph Peri
This week, we have the privilege of introducing you to Joseph Peri, President of Junior Achievement of New York (JA New York), the local affiliate of Junior Achievement USA® (JA). JA is the world’s largest organization dedicated to giving young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their future,…
Read More