Corporate Connections LIVE *San Francisco* - lunch with corporate funders

You'll hear from a panel of corporate funders discussing how employee volunteerism factors into grant and sponsorship gifts. **In Person ** Inside Corporate Social Impact: Why Employee Volunteering Matters Join us on Tuesday, October 6, for an engaging panel discussion with leading Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) professionals. We will explore a growing trend in corporate philanthropy: the increasing expectation that nonprofit partners provide meaningful employee volunteer opportunities alongside grant and sponsorship requests. While employee volunteerism has long been a valued component of corporate-community partnerships, many nonprofits are finding it to be an increasingly important factor in funding decisions. In some cases, opportunities for employee engagement are now viewed as a key complement to a grant, sponsorship, or other corporate investment. Why is this happening? What business objectives are driving the shift? And how can nonprofits adapt their fundraising and partnership strategies to meet these evolving expectations? Our panelists will share insights into: • The business case for employee volunteerism • Why companies are placing greater emphasis on employee engagement • How volunteer programs support talent recruitment, retention, and corporate culture • What nonprofits can do to create meaningful volunteer experiences • How to balance organizational needs with corporate expectations • The future of employee volunteerism within corporate giving programs Whether you are a fundraiser, executive director, volunteer manager, or corporate partnerships professional, this conversation will help you better understand the changing landscape of corporate giving and how to position your organization for success. Come prepared to learn, ask questions, and gain practical insights from the corporate leaders shaping the future of community engagement. For more information, contact Joy Stephens at [email protected] or (425) 653-1575.