Blackbaud Inc., a leading provider of software for social impact, has released its 13th annual YourCause CSR Industry Review, offering insights into corporate social responsibility $(CSR.AU)$ trends based on data from over 300 companies and 7 million global employees. The report highlights stable trends in employee giving and volunteering for 2024, with the average annual employee donation at $744 and a company match average of $730. Notably, corporate grants saw a significant increase, with the average grant amount rising by 13% and the median grant amount per client growing by 38%. The review underscores that companies offering both giving and volunteering programs experience higher engagement rates. Smaller companies continue to excel in volunteer engagement, with a 63.8% rate among firms with fewer than 1,000 employees. Payroll giving remains the most popular participation method, despite more funds being donated offline. Blackbaud's analysis emphasizes the ongoing commitment of companies and employees to drive positive change amid a dynamic global landscape.
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