Corporate Giving and Employee Engagement During Economic Downturn

During times of economic uncertainty, obstacles to launching or expanding a giving program may seem greater than ever. Corporate budgets are cut; teams and support resources shrink; and employees tighten their belts to ride out the uncertainty. But the answer may be counterintuitive: Do not hunker down or settle into inaction but, rather, expand giving and volunteering efforts in ways that are adapted for the times.