Time To Give Champions
MacMillian Marketing Group – MMG has developed a policy which allows employees to use up to 20 hours of paid work time every year to do volunteer work for an approved community service activity. MMG will also match any employee’s charitable donations up to $200.
Meridian Credit Union – The Meridian CU employees support local neighbourhoods through their “Volunteer Matching Program” which posts volunteer opportunities for employees by intranet connecting to all their branches.
“Our people stand up, give their time and make a contribution…’
Don Drone Director of Education for the Wellington Catholic District School Board, speaking about his staff.
“MacMillan Marketing Group embraces our community”
Tova Davidson staff person of MacMillan Marketing Group speaking about her employers support of employee volunteering.
“Lead by example…volunteering is good for the community …volunteering is good for business”
Robin-Lee Norris from Miller Thomson LLP, speaking at the Volunteer Centre’s Community Breakfast on Volunteering.
Time to Give Champions- see who has taken the Challenge and joined the Volunteer Centre as Employer Members!
What is Employer Supported Volunteerism?
Employer Supported Volunteerism is defined as: employees who perform work in the community with some form of support and/or encouragement from their employer. (Source: Volunteer Canada, 2004).
The benefits to businesses who chose to support the volunteerism of their employees is threefold:
The Time To Give Challenge is an initiative developed by the Volunteer Centre of Guelph/Wellington to encourage employers to promote volunteerism among their employees. By taking the “Time to Give Challenge”, employers (of any size or sector!) register with the Volunteer Centre and receive an employer toolkit. This includes: a primer, promotional materials, volunteer referrals, and training and consultation on setting up an employee volunteer program. We are encouraging employers to: Lead by Example. Make a commitment. Start a revolution.
To apply, download our Time to Give Challenge brochure to learn more about how local businesses can be a part of this exciting new program.
employer supported volunteerism
Employer benefits
- Enhances company’s public image
- Builds goodwill within the community
- Improves relations with the community
- Increases the level of productivity
- Lowers employee absenteeism
- Greater attractiveness to prospective employees
- Increases employee morale and loyalty
- Satisfaction that carries over to work atmosphere
- Increases business investment
- Gains a competitive edge
- Provides a team building opportunity
Employee benefits
- Positive involvement in the community
- Networking possibilities
- Connection to the community
- Share your skills
- Meet new people
- Gain new skills
- Personal growth
- Enhanced job satisfaction
- Enhanced feeling of self esteem and self worth
- Feeling part of a team
Community benefits
- Increases the number of skilled volunteers
- Breaks down social barriers
- Improves social and economic problems
- Increases opportunities for financial support
- Creates greater people power
- Improves the environment
- Encourages a sense of community
- Educates the public about the value and needs of the non-profit sector
- Increases the quality and quantity of volunteers in the community
The Volunteer Centre has further information on the benefits of an employee volunteer program, sample policies and procedures, success stories, frequently asked questions, tips, and additional resources for your interest. Contact us!