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Employer-supported volunteering (ESV)

Employer-supported volunteering (ESV) is a type of corporate social responsibility (CSR) program in which companies encourage or enable their employees to volunteer during working hours. This means that employees are given paid time off to volunteer for a cause or organization of their choice, either individually or as part of a team.

ESV is a win-win situation for both companies and their employees. For companies, ESV can help to improve their corporate social responsibility credentials, enhance their reputation, and boost employee engagement and loyalty. For employees, ESV can provide an opportunity to give back to the community, develop new skills, and enhance their personal and professional development.

Some examples of ESV initiatives include:

  • Organizing team volunteering events, such as cleaning up a local park, serving food at a homeless shelter, or mentoring disadvantaged youth.
  • Providing employees with paid time off to volunteer with a charity or nonprofit organization of their choice.
  • Offering skills-based volunteering opportunities, such as providing marketing or IT support to a nonprofit organization.

Overall, ESV is a great way for companies to make a positive impact on society, while also providing employees with valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth.

If  you are interested in learning more or how IIC can help, please contact a member of our team today: info@investorsincommunity.org

 

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