Why It’s Good to Give Back in the Workplace
JOEY HORN
PHILANTHROPY
Philanthropy
WHY IT’S GOOD TO GIVE BACK IN THE WORKPLACE
There are several reasons why including philanthropy in any business model is a good idea:
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GENEROSITY IS INFECTIOUS It is very difficult to ask others to give generously if you haven’t also; if you are seen to be generous then others will want to be too. Be transparent about the source of your donation and the exact amount that was donated, as this builds trust and encourages others to do the same.
LET PEOPLE GET INVOLVED Start an initiative that is relevant to your business and then create content that engages people with the project. Being inclusive and building a community will not only mean your business gains traction, but that people become invested in the business’s mission or vision and want to be a part of its success. Customers, other businesses and the company’s own employees should all be inspired to get involved.
LET PEOPLE KNOW WHAT YOU’RE DOING The best way to get people involved, to raise more funds and to ultimately help your chosen charity is to spread the word. Letting people know about your fundraising and philanthropic work will
THE BEST WAY TO GET PEOPLE INVOLVED, TO RAISE MORE FUNDS AND TO ULTIMATELY HELP YOUR CHOSEN CHARITY IS TO SPREAD THE WORD.
lead to more exposure for both the business and the charity. 3
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