Engage for Good

We’re excited to announce a preview of EFG’s 2025 Charity Checkout Champions Report in this panel discussion: Micro Actions, Macro Impact: The Growing Power of Checkout Donations. Join us for a conversation about how purpose-driven tech is making it easier than ever for businesses to engage customers in charitable donations. This session will preview findings from Engage for Good’s upcoming 2025 Charity Checkout Champions Report and feature insights from leaders at Adyen, Adidas, Athlete Ally, and Engage for Good. 🎙 Speakers include: Faye McCray, Engage for Good, Head of Digital Media and Content Dominique Simons, Adyen, Head of Impact Sammy van den Berg, Adidas, Senior Manager Social Impact Partnerships Hudson Taylor, Athlete Ally, Founder, Executive Director and Board Trustee What you’ll learn: ✔️ Insights from 70+ Checkout Campaigns from 2024 ✔️ How to align checkout donation programs with business and brand goals ✔️ How simplified giving tools drive customer loyalty and engagement ✔️ How nonprofits are turning checkout donations into critical, sustainable funding streams 📅 Join us in Palm Springs, April 22–24
🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gkNZyFvK #CheckoutDonations #SocialImpact #CorporateGiving #EFG2025 #CharityCheckoutChampions

🎤 #EFG2025 Pre-Conference Workshop Announcement: Brave, Truthful, and Human: Brand Storytelling Strategies for Authentic Social Impact This workshop is available exclusively to All-Access Pass holders and takes place during the pre-conference sessions. How do you tell stories that resonate and reflect your values? Led by Locsi Ferrá, Director of Entertainment for Impact at CARE, and Megan Tuck, SVP, Social Lead of Impact, at The Bliss Group, you’ll learn a practical methodology for collecting, shaping, and sharing stories that honor dignity, agency, and authenticity. They’ll explore: 💡The evolving communications landscape and what it means for social impact narratives 💡Tools and techniques for crafting stories that land with different stakeholders 💡Real examples of brave, effective storytelling and the pitfalls to avoid 💡A live, hands-on exercise to help refine your own impact storytelling language and approach Join us in Palm Springs, April 22–24
Register now: https://lnkd.in/gkNZyFvK Already registered? Upgrade to an All Access Pass by emailing us at askus@engageforgood.com to secure your spot. #EFG2025 #CorporateSocialImpact #CSR #BrandPurpose

🎉 Meet Your 2025 Hosts for The Halo Awards Gala! 🎉 The Halo Awards Gala is where we come together to celebrate excellence in corporate social impact. And this year, we’re joined by two dynamic hosts who bring a wealth of experience, heart, and energy to the stage: ⭐ Michelle Waring (Theodat) Steward for Sustainability and Everyday Good, Tom's of Maine Michelle leads sustainability and social impact strategy at Tom’s of Maine, collaborating across teams and partnerships to bring purpose to life in bold, thoughtful ways. She was named one of GreenBiz’s “10 Badass Women” in 2023 and has judged for the Shorty Awards, the Anthem Awards, and The Halo Awards. With a background that includes NRDC, UNICEF USA, and a decade in entertainment talent management, Michelle brings a sharp mind, a big heart, and a deep understanding of what real impact looks like. ⭐ Bryan Klopack Chief Growth Officer, Autism Speaks At Autism Speaks, Bryan drives national development strategy, forging partnerships that expand reach and accelerate mission-driven work. He has led successful fundraising efforts at Reading Is Fundamental and Special Olympics International, working with brands like Toyota, Microsoft, and P&G. Whether he’s building big ideas or spending time with his two daughters in Washington, DC, Bryan brings a spirit of leadership grounded in action and authenticity. Join us at The Halo Awards Gala as Michelle and Bryan help us shine a spotlight on the individuals and organizations setting the standard for social good! 📅 Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 6:00 pm PST 🎟️ Reserve your seat: https://lnkd.in/eG6A_B2

✨ Are you attending The Halo Awards Gala? ✨ On April 24, 2025, leaders from business, nonprofits, and philanthropy will gather in Palm Springs, California, to recognize the most powerful examples of corporate social impact. From long-standing partnerships to bold new campaigns, The Halo Awards celebrates work grounded in strategy, creativity, and collaboration. The Halo Awards Gala attendees connect with peers, explore standout initiatives, and leave with fresh perspectives and renewed purpose. Join the momentum. ➡️ Purchase a ticket today: https://lnkd.in/eG6A_B2 #HaloAwards #EFG2025 #CorporateSocialImpact #PurposeDrivenBusiness #CelebrateImpact

There is still time to partner! You can be a part of The Halo Awards by sponsoring a premier award category. Partnership opportunities start at $5,000, offering a high-visibility opportunity to align your brand with industry-leading corporate social impact initiatives. Sponsorship Benefits: 🏆Exclusive sponsorship of categories like “Best Emergency/Disaster Response Initiative”, “Best Mental Health Initiative”, or the prestigious “Best of the Best Award.” See all categories here: https://lnkd.in/eG6A_B2. 🏆High-profile brand visibility during The Halo Awards presentation and event communications. 🏆An opportunity for your leaders to present the award to winners live at the event. Contact our Head of Partnerships Serina Khan at serina@engageforgood.com to learn more!

Today is Transgender Day of Visibility, a time to honor and recognize the trans community, especially those leading change in the face of ongoing and increasing challenges. At Engage for Good, we’re grateful to learn from trans leaders who are building safer, more inclusive communities through advocacy, direct service, education, and storytelling. Some of those voices will join us at this year’s conference. We take seriously the responsibility to create space that reflects our values and supports those doing the work every day. Visibility is important. So is care, respect, and meaningful engagement. We are committed to showing up with consistency and intention. #TransDayOfVisibility #TDOV2025 #EngageForGood #TransVoicesMatter

We’re excited to welcome Pacific Pride Foundation to Palm Springs for Engage for Good 2025. 🎉 As one of our scholarship recipients, PPF is exactly the kind of organization we want at this conference. For 50 years, they’ve been a vital force on California’s Central Coast, serving LGBTQ+ communities with a focus on trans, immigrant, and Indigenous populations. Their work covers everything from harm reduction and HIV prevention to food access and advocacy and they do it all with compassion, courage, and care. And let’s be honest, they’re doing it in a time when this kind of work is under pressure from every direction. That’s why it matters so much to have them with us. To connect. To be seen. To be supported. Learn more about Engage for Good 2025 here: https://lnkd.in/gkNZyFvK #EngageForGood2025 #PacificPrideFoundation #LGBTQEquity #SocialImpact #CommunityPower

The most important conversations at #EFG2025 start before the main event. If you have an all-access pass to the 2025 Engage for Good Conference, join us on Tuesday, April 22 for exclusive pre-conference sessions designed to help you tackle today’s most pressing corporate social impact challenges. 🎟️ Pre-conference sessions are available only to all-access pass holders. Get a sneak peek of For Momentum 's session, From Uncertainty to Opportunity: Building Resilient Corporate Partnerships, in this video featuring Mollye Rhea, President of For Momentum. Designed for nonprofit leaders looking to strengthen corporate relationships in a time of change, this powerful session is hosted annually and continues to be one of the most highly rated by attendees. Check out the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gvw5evq8 And register for your All-Access Pass here to unlock access to these pre-conference sessions: https://lnkd.in/gkNZyFvK

#EFG2025 Workshop Announcement: Movers, Shakers, & Changemakers: Innovating Employee Engagement for Greater Impact How do we make workplace giving more than just a checkbox? Join Aylin Oncel from Goodstack and Mallory Burke from Atlassian as they share how they are transforming employee giving from something people do because they have to, into something they genuinely care about. 🙌 In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how Goodstack and Atlassian worked together to create an employee engagement program that inspires real action and makes a lasting impact. Find out how you can use technology, recognition, and personal passion to create a culture of giving that everyone wants to be a part of. Here’s what you’ll take away:  ✅ Better Engagement: How Goodstack and Atlassian co-designed an employee impact model that breaks the mold. ✅ Building a Culture of Giving: Learn how to move from simple participation to building long-term impact.  ✅ Recognition Matters: Why celebrating your employees' efforts is key to making giving part of your company’s DNA.  ✅ Tech-Driven Impact: How using the right tools and personalizing programs can drive more participation and better results for nonprofits.  ✅ Practical Ideas: Actionable tips on how you can elevate your company’s giving strategy starting now. This isn’t just about checking boxes, it’s about changing the way we think about giving at work. Ready to be a part of the change? 📅 Join us in Palm Springs, April 22-24! 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gkNZyFvK #WorkplaceGiving #EmployeeEngagement #CorporateSocialResponsibility #SocialImpact #EFG2025

#EFG2025 Conference Announcement: Beyond the Moment: Turning Major Sports and Cultural Events into Lasting Community Impact How do we make sure major sports and cultural events like the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics leave a lasting, positive impact on communities? Join Danielle Slaton, Co-founder | SVP, Strategic Projects & Head of Foundation, Bay FC, as the moderator, and panelists Ed Foster-Simeon, President & CEO, U.S. Soccer Foundation; Bruce Revman, Co-Host City Manager, FIFA World Cup 26™ New York New Jersey, and Chris Murphy, Senior Vice President of Brand Marketing, adidas North America, as they dive into how we can turn global moments into meaningful change. What you'll take away: ⚽️ Leverage Global Events: Discover how to use these high-profile moments to broaden your reach and create deep engagement.  ⚽️ Build Trust-Based Coalitions: Design programs that center community needs rather than top-down solutions ⚽️ Long-Term Value: Understand how corporate and nonprofit partnerships can create lasting, meaningful value for communities.   ⚽ ️Social Impact in Action: Gain insights into initiatives like Yes, Coach!™ and Just Ball™ that use soccer and sport to address key social issues. This is your chance to learn proven strategies and gain actionable takeaways that will allow you to create lasting change from high-profile events. 📅 Join us in Palm Springs, April 22-24!  Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gkNZyFvK #EFG2025 #CommunityImpact #SportsAndCulture #PartnershipsForGood #CorporateSocialImpact