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FAQs about CSR

New to corporate social responsibility?

Here’s what you need to know.

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) requires businesses to go beyond harm reduction to be a force for good. CSR is rooted in the belief that businesses have a duty to address the impacts of their actions on the environment and the broader social fabric.

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) makes social impact one measure of company success. Doing so creates stronger brand loyalty, better employee retention, and a more sustainable business strategy.

Examples of corporate social responsibility (CSR) include sustainability initiatives, volunteering programs, corporate grants, employee giving and matching, DEI work, and ethical supply chain management.

The most common types of corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs are community grants, employee volunteering and giving, and sustainability initiatives.

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is built upon the interdependence between corporations and communities. Businesses’ long-term success hinges on their ability to help create a healthy, sustainable, and more equitable world.

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