Communicators are key to successful employee volunteer programs. Here’s how.

April marks National Volunteer Month, an ideal time for internal communications leaders to consider launching or enhancing an employee volunteer program. Corporate volunteer programs offer countless benefits – aiding in employee recruitment and retention efforts,  reputation management, upskilling training, and demonstrating alignment with your company’s ESG initiatives.

Together, these benefits boost your workplace culture and employee happiness—especially as giving and volunteering have been proven to increase endorphins.

In fact, 93 percent of employees who volunteer are happier with their employer. During these turbulent times with disengaged employees, high turnover and rising mental health challenges, volunteering can be a powerful tool to accomplish company goals.