by Ryan Scott | Socially Responsible, Sustainability, Volunteerism, Water
Water is one of those vital things, like air, that we take for granted until it’s in short supply. That’s why World Water Day was established, which this year falls on March 22nd. An international observance that dates back to the 1992 United Nations Conference on...
by Ryan Scott | Socially Responsible, Sustainability, Volunteerism
It’s tough getting the attention of Millennials these days. The best of them are mesmerized by the Googles and Facebooks and dazzling upstarts of the world, and of course why wouldn’t they be? Preeminent global giants and small but hot groundbreakers that are...
by Ryan Scott | Socially Responsible, Sustainability, Volunteerism
Volunteering with election polls isn’t what usually comes to mind when we think of corporate volunteering. But why not? Part of community impact is engaging in the civic life of communities, and that starts with electing national and local leaders. Holding elections...
by Ryan Scott | Lifestyle, Sustainability, Volunteerism
Pssst…did you know your employees are talking about you online? According to a Weber Shandwick study, 50 percent of employees post messages, pictures or videos in social media about their employer, part of a growing movement of employee activism that is opening...
by Ryan Scott | Sharing Economy, Socially Responsible, Sustainability, Volunteerism
A recent report by America’s Charities (an exclusive partner of my company, Causecast) puts to rest any doubts about the link between employee volunteering and employee engagement. Companies prioritize employee engagement as a way to attract and retain employees, and...
by Ryan Scott | Non-Profit, Socially Responsible, Sustainability, Volunteerism
It’s that time of year when CSR budgets are being drawn for the year, and the unfortunate reality is that many companies will come up short. While investing in corporate philanthropy – particularly employee-centered programs like volunteering and giving –...