Employer-Led Volunteer programs are initiatives used by companies to encourage and support their employees in volunteering their time, skills, and resources to benefit non-profit organizations and their communities.
Benefits of Employer-Led Volunteerism
According to a study completed by Galaxy Digital in 2021 and a report completed by Points of Light in 2022, the following are benefits of employee volunteering in corporate settings.
- Employees are 5 times more engaged in companies with employee volunteer programs.
- Attracts talent especially of the Millennial and Gen Z generations.
- Corporate volunteerism helps to build on the skills of the employee and offers opportunity for growth and advancement.
- Increases employee retention through employee engagement.
- Opens the door to partnerships within the community (i.e. non-profits, community programs, etc.).
- Consumers show preference for brands with similar values as them. 87% of consumers will buy based on values of a company.
- Helps companies to reach more clients and increases overall profitability of a company.
- Improves the overall reputation of an organization.
- Attracts new investors who share value in corporate social responsibility.
Helpful Employer-Led Volunteerism Resources for Companies
- Corporate Volunteerism: A Guide for Purpose Driven Companies
- Points of Light: 4 Ways Corporate Volunteerism Will Change Your Business
Is this something your organization is interested in or already doing? Serve Indiana would love to hear your story! Please reach out to Serve Indiana at info@serveindiana.gov.
