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At the core of our philosophy is the belief that the most powerful force in the world is the individual who has realized their power to do good. At Points of Light, we inspire, equip and connect nonprofits/NGOs, businesses and individuals ready to apply their time, talent, voice and resources to solve society’s greatest challenges.
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Engaging the entire workforce in your company’s social impact strategy is a valuable pursuit. Doing so can increase employee productivity, cultivate pride and lead to higher engagement scores and retention rates. More importantly, ensuring equitable access to these activities demonstrates corporate values and directly ties to fostering a sense of belonging and inclusion for employees.
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