Your employees help nonprofit partners complete tasks and achieve results they might otherwise never be able to afford. Teaming to create greater good in the community—whether it be local or global—can also draw people closer and strengthen your company culture. Meanwhile, through sharing their expertise and best practices with nonprofits, your employees develop leadership and project management skills that bring greater value to your business.

Nonprofits get quick answers to their questions by tapping into pockets of knowledge and experience within your company ranks. For example, these ad hoc conversations yield insights that can help your nonprofit partners develop more sharply focused and successful project applications or grant proposals. Plus, many employees get a palpable self-esteem boost from being asked to share their insights and talents—which often feeds greater job satisfaction.

Kendra Ott
Employee Impact, Autodesk
“Autodesk employees get to volunteer their professional skills toward solving real-world and impactful problems – and they very often learn new skills and form lasting relationships along the way. The sense of camaraderie amongst nonprofit partners and employees is palpable.”