Increase Employee Engagement
Creating a culture of philanthropy in your organization can pay off in many ways. First and most important, it benefits the community. Additionally, engaged companies do better at recruiting and retaining employees, and see greater loyalty from customers.
[Read a recent Bill Gates op-ed about how companies benefit by being philanthropic. Includes his observations on the value of United Way.]
You can foster a philanthropic culture in many ways. Having a workplace giving campaign is great, of course—also think about getting your employees out for group volunteering. Or think about staging a briefing or “lunch ‘n learn” where people can deepen their understanding of community issues.
Day of Caring
Mark your calendar! Friday, Sept. 21, is United Way’s 2012 Day of Caring—the biggest day of volunteerism in Washington State.
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Employee Volunteerism
United Way can organize a group volunteer opportunity for your organization at almost any time of year. Getting out and rolling up your sleeves together is a great way to build teamwork—and to have an up-close experience of making a difference.
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Lunch & Learns
United Way of King County's free Lunch & Learn series brings experts into your workplace for fun and engaging one-hour information sessions on a variety of topics.
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