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The ROI Of Volunteering & Eco Action

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Corporate social responsibility (CSR) isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a strategic tool for growth.

Whether you’re refining your existing CSR policy or asking, “What is corporate social responsibility in business?”, this handbook is here to help.

Packed with hard-hitting stats, we’ll show you how CSR activities like volunteering and eco-action deliver real benefits. From enhancing your ESG policy to improving employee engagement, the impact is undeniable.

Here’s what’s inside:

  1. Why CSR matters now more than ever

  2. The numbers that prove the value of positive action

  3. How OnHand simplifies CSR for measurable results

The Growing Demand for CSR

Corporate social responsibility activities have evolved — social and eco action aren’t just nice to have, they’re essential for business success. And the proof is in the numbers.

  • Consumers care: 90% of consumers will switch brands to support a good cause and boycott a brand due to irresponsible business practices

  • Talent matters: 86% of millennials would take a pay cut to work at a company with a strong purpose

  • Regulations increase pressure: Frameworks like CSRD and the Social Value Model mean companies must step up their CSR reporting game

  • Investors expect action: 73% demand clear proof of environmental corporate social responsibility before backing a business

73%

of investors say that to win their support, companies must first show how they're supporting communities and the environment

86%

of millennials would take a pay cut to work at a company with a strong purpose

Take Actionable Steps Towards Your CSR Success

Taking steps toward a meaningful corporate social responsibility policy doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Start by identifying the causes that align most closely with your company’s values. Whether it’s sustainability, community engagement, or employee wellbeing, focus your efforts on areas where you can create measurable change.

A practical way to get started is by integrating CSR activities into your existing workplace culture. Encourage employees to participate in volunteering or environmental action.

It’s also essential to ensure that your efforts are authentic. With public scrutiny of greenwashing at an all-time high, transparent communication about your successes — and the challenges you face — is key.

By embedding corporate social responsibility into your business strategy, you can drive meaningful impact that benefits not just the world but also your organization’s long-term success.