10 things
10 things to know about:
CORPORATE GIVING
How River Region businesses are strengthening their communities— one partnership at a time.
In the River Region, giving back isn’ t just a PR move— it’ s embedded in the foundations of many local businesses. From real estate firms and financial institutions to creative agencies and public offices, corporate giving here is less about obligation and more about impact.
We talked to a few standout local organizations to understand what motivates their giving, how they structure their programs and how others can follow suit. Here are the top 10 things we learned:
GIVING BACK IS MORE THAN
JUST AN INITIATIVE.
“ Supporting our communities isn’ t just a part of what we do— it’ s at the heart of who we are. We’ re committed to making a positive impact in every area we serve.”— Marilyn Hawkins, ASE Credit Union
“ Giving back is part of how we do business and a way for us to show gratitude for the trust our communities place in us.”— Gene Crane, River Bank & Trust
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LOCAL FOCUS CREATES LOCAL IMPACT.
“ Supporting local causes and contributing our expertise to community organizations isn’ t just good business— it’ s an investment in places we’ re proud to call home.”— Cindy Scott, Jackson Thornton
“ Supporting the community strengthens the trust between our office and the people we serve.”— LaToya C. Barker, Montgomery County Probate Court
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If your company is inspired to start or expand its giving efforts, here are a few insights from our featured leaders:
• Start with values. Identify causes that align with what matters to your team and your business.
• Empower employees. Give staff the freedom and support to pursue causes they care about.
• Make it visible. Create a calendar, team or even a branded program to keep efforts consistent and celebrated.
• Use your strengths. Offer your professional skills and talents as part of your giving.
• Don’ t wait to be big enough. Whether it’ s $ 250 or a few hours of your time, every contribution counts.