Points of Light

Today, building a sustainable volunteer engagement strategy requires moving from a transactional model to a relational one. By focusing on values, dignity and infrastructure, nonprofits can transform collective fatigue into fuel for lasting community chan

This two part series examines the nonprofit staff burnout and… Between the ripples of global crises and the evolving expectations of today's workforce, nonprofit leaders are facing a dual challenge: internal fatigue and external disconnection. Nonprofits

By Anita Whitehead, President & Chair, KPMG U.S. Foundation, and Jennifer Sirangelo, President & CEO, Points of Light As leaders in the nonprofit sector, we often hear a critical question being raised by funders and board members, sometimes long before a

Looking for CSR advice? Hear from our experts right here in our Ask a CSR Friend monthly column. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned pro, we know collaboration is key to creating vibrant workplaces where employees are equipped to contribute to the commu

HR teams are being asked to improve engagement, retention and development while doing more with limited time and budget. A strong employee volunteering strategy can help. It gives people a practical way to connect with purpose, build skills and contribute

National Volunteer Week and Global Volunteer Month give us an important opportunity to celebrate volunteers and their power to tackle society's challenges. But celebration alone is not enough. Organizations that sustain volunteer engagement over time unde

Companies that embrace corporate social responsibility (CSR) foster more purposeful employee engagement that aligns with their corporate values. For CSR leaders and program managers, attending top events is an essential opportunity for high-impact network

Assigning a dollar value to volunteer hours provides CSR leaders an evidence-based data point to demonstrate credible impact to enterprise decision-makers. Quantify your employee volunteer hours to strengthen internal reporting, storytelling and deepen vo

Refreshing your corporate social impact plan in 2026 helps your company align with updated regulatory requirements and reporting standards as well as shifting employee expectations. A modern strategy allows your organization to move from "stated intent" t

Looking for CSR advice? Hear from our experts right here in our Ask a CSR Friend monthly column. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned pro, we know collaboration is key to creating vibrant workplaces where employees are equipped to contribute to the commu