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Corporate CSR leaders: When shifting priorities, reduced funding, external pressures, or unmet goals require the end of a nonprofit partnership, how have you handled it? Need advice on how to do it better? Join our upcoming member-only, private webinar on December 5 at 3 p.m. ET. We will provide a safe space for #CSI professionals from corporations to explore this challenging aspect of partnership and partnership management. Registration is capped at 25 participants, and the conversation will not be recorded. This dynamic, participatory conversation will be led by: Andres Marquez-Lara, CEO of UFacilitate Janet Nami McIntyre, Director,?Resilience Initiative Deepti Gudipati, Program Manager,?Resilience Initiative Muneer Panjwani, CEO, Engage for Good Register to join this conversation: https://lnkd.in/gtyWaRPn P.S. If you’re not yet an EFG Member, join our community today to gain access to valuable conversations and resources like this webinar to transform your corporate social impact initiatives. (Plus, you’ll get $100 off the current EFG2025 Conference ticket price!)

Does your organization follow these 5 ethical storytelling principles? 1. Is truthful and authentic 2. Dignifies people and emphasizes the totality of individuals 3. Acknowledges complex realities 4. Is community-centered 5. Is solution-oriented Learn more about how to adopt an ethical storytelling strategy and process at your organization in our latest webinar recording. The webinar conversation, hosted by Monica Rowe, CMO of CARE and Cortney S., CEO of The Bliss Group, will help your brand adopt human-centered storytelling practices. Access the recording here: https://lnkd.in/gGeJA9Jk

?? REFG2025 Speaker Roll-Out Begins Today! We’re actively building an agenda with exciting, practical sessions led by expert corporate social impact practitioners and leaders. Take a sneak peek below at the speakers we are announcing today, and stay tuned as we roll out more speaker and session details in the coming weeks. Don't wait to register to join us at #EFG2025 in Palm Springs, April 22-24: Prices go up in two days on Nov. 20! ?? Dawn Buzynski, APR, Assistant Vice President, Communications, Hy-Vee, Inc. ?? Bridget Carney, Director, Corporate Partnerships, Feeding America National Organization ?? Helene Imperiale, Sr. Director of Corporate Social Responsibility & Call of Duty Endowment Marketing at Activision Blizzard https://lnkd.in/gkNZyFvK #corporatesocialimpact #causemarketing #csr #csrevents #causemarketingevents

We're hiring for a Senior Manager of Digital Media & Content to take our content efforts to a whole new level. Ideal candidate: + Deep knowledge of the CSI, CSR, DEI, and/or ESG landscape + Excellent communicator, content strategist, and content producer + Expertise in driving engagement and audience growth across platforms Join our growing, diverse team and lead the conversation that strengthens the role of corporate philanthropy in social impact.

?? #EFG2025 Early Bird Pricing Ends Soon — Register before Nov. 20 to save $300 to learn from and alongside experienced CSR professionals on navigating the future of corporate impact. Our community has hundreds of collective years of experience in progressing and thriving through government and cultural shifts and challenges. Now’s the time to lean into the work and join us in Palm Springs from April 22-24, 2024 The programming we're developing will help you meet this moment and move forward into the coming years with confidence: ??Learn practical tactics from some of the leading companies in the world committed to corporate-nonprofit partnerships, including Zendesk, Google, Disney, Coca-Cola, Macy's, Lowe's, and many more. ?? Engage in deep, meaningful conversations on how to navigate the current moment ?? Hear directly from “frontline” leaders of nonprofits working on a variety of causes Early Bird tickets are going fast—secure your spot today and save! https://lnkd.in/gkNZyFvK

?? Let's take a moment to shine a spotlight on the power and impact of global corporate-nonprofit partnerships! Meet Lydia Charles Moyo, a dedicated leader in Tanzania making a powerful impact on young women and girls through [tag] Her Initiative. Driven by a mission to break the cycle of poverty, Her Initiative promotes the rights, empowerment, and financial resilience of women across Tanzania. Her work empowers a new generation with the tools they need for a brighter future. Backing this important mission is Myriad USA, an organization that connects U.S. donors with global nonprofit initiatives like Her Initiative. Myriad USA is the leading resource for philanthropic giving overseas. In 2023 alone, Myriad made $142 million in grants to 796 nonprofits working in diverse fields in 92 countries. This month, Myriad is hosting a 10-day roadshow across the United States to raise awareness of Her Initiative’s impactful work. Learn more and find other examples of corporate-nonprofit global partnerships: https://lnkd.in/e6gEQUR5

We're continuing to highlight strong partnerships in honor of Veteran's Day. Harry's Inc. has supported Stop Soldier Suicide and The Headstrong Project over the past few years. This partnership has resulted in increased access to mental health resources for veterans, service members, and their families as part of Harry's commitment to supporting men's mental health. In addition to donations, the brand helps connect active service members, veterans, and their families to 1:1 counseling and mental health services. Because Harry's has a standing brand value and commitment to supporting men's mental health and access to mental health services, in the company's words: "Supporting veteran’s mental health is a 365-day-a-year commitment for us." Learn more about these partnerships here: https://lnkd.in/d2J9F3t

In honor of Veteran's Day, we?spotlight corporate-nonprofit partnerships supporting veterans and their families. One example?is CSX's partnership with the Wounded Warrior Project as part of the company's community investment initiative, Pride in Service. This initiative connects veterans and their families with their neighbors, resources, support, and gratitude. A 2024 Halo Award Winner, this partnership is based on an authentic commitment that aligns with CSX's brand values. In the company's words: "Many of the communities we touch have high concentrations of military families, and we have deep connections to and gratitude for the first responders in and around all of the areas in which we operate." The company supports the program by engaging employees through volunteer hours, service events, donation drives, speaking events to raise awareness, and more. Learn more about the program and how this partnership works: https://lnkd.in/g-waKxg2

?? EFG is now offering consulting services! Whether you’re new to corporate fundraising or have a few successful partnerships under your belt but don’t know how to scale it, EFG can help you build a corporate fundraising program rooted in best practices. The corporate fundraising landscape is likely to shift dramatically over the coming months and years. Our team with 20+ years of corporate-nonprofit partnership experience and expertise, will assess your past and current corporate development efforts to design a tailored, actionable plan to build a resilient fundraising program. Talk to us about your plans and concerns, and we’ll help you navigate the changes, identify a resonant value proposition, and help position you better to increase corporate funding. Learn more about how we can help: https://lnkd.in/gkMGx8NW. #csr #fundraising #consulting

?? Let's continue to focus on all that is possible when we collaborate! ?? At EFG2025, you'll find like-minded corporate and nonprofit leaders who are committed to advancing the future of social impact. Don’t miss the opportunity to grow your network, gain the tools you need to lead in social impact, and create joy as a community when we gather in Palm Springs in April. Here’s what’s planned: ?? Immersive sessions and workshops on CSR, DEI, and ESG ?? Networking with industry leaders who share your mission and values ?? Actionable insights and resources to amplify your organization’s impact Early Bird pricing is now live—secure your spot before the price goes up on Nov. 20! https://lnkd.in/gkNZyFvK