09-16-2021 08:41 PM - edited 12-09-2022 04:21 PM
How do I pick a nonprofit or cause?
The important thing here is that your nonprofit is aligned with who you are as a company. If you are just starting a social impact program at your company, check out our Getting Started playbook. [Note: some assets and features are only available to Pledge 1% members. Take the pledge today to join!]
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Ultimately, you are trying to define what your company means by “doing good.” Try to nail down a sentence or phrase (ex. CompanyName for Good) that encapsulates what that means to your company specifically. You can later use that language in your mission statement or about us page, press efforts, or job postings.
There are a number of third party websites and tools to help you research and vet nonprofits. Here are some resources that can help:
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TechSoup (https://www.techsoup.org/)
TechSoup is a technology marketplace specifically for nonprofits. You can list your tech product or services at a discount for nonprofits. |
Charity Navigator (https://www.charitynavigator.org/) Charity Navigator is an online database for nonprofits that details spending, causes, and helpful data for donors. It’s a great place to start your research. |
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Charity Watch (https://www.charitywatch.org/) Charity Navigator is an independent organization that evaluates nonprofits on how they spend their money. |
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CatchAFire (https://www.catchafire.org/) Catchafire strengthens the social good sector by matching professionals who want to donate their time with nonprofits who need their skills. |
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Taproot Plus (https://www.taprootplus.org/)
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Universal Giving
(https://www.universalgiving.org/) |
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