A win for communities and for your organization

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You’ll be seen as a socially responsible, caring company, which will help you build your brand and stand out from your competitors.

85% of consumers have a more positive image of a product or company when it supports a charity they care about.

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You’ll build your business.

94% of consumers are more likely to trust a company that supports social or environmental issues.

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You’ll attract new customers and retain them for the long term.

70% of consumers say it’s important for brands to take a stand on social issues, and the percentage is even higher for younger generations: 75% of Gen Z and 80% of Millennials.

WAYS TO PARTNER

In-Store Fundraising

When it comes to charitable donations, Canadian consumers say that they prefer simple & convenient donation methods. Point-of-sale giving is a preferred method for consumers to give making the opportunity for companies to leverage their customers to support an important cause.

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Cause Marketing

Nearly 60% of consumers will pay more for your product if some of the proceeds go to charity. Giving a percentage of the proceeds from your product or campaign differentiates you from your competitions and makes a difference in what you and your customers care about.

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Employee Engagement

93% of employees believe companies must lead with purpose, and 90% of employees who work at companies with a strong sense of purpose say they’re more inspired, motivated, and loyal. Employee giving activities include workplace giving days, events, corporate fundraising matches, and special team challenges.

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How Partnerships Work

One partnership, many connections

For leading national organizations looking to invest in the communities where their customers and employees live, Canada’s Children’s Hospital Foundations is a valuable strategic partner – a single point of contact for all 13 children’s hospital foundations across the country.

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Overall, most Canadians say “yes” when asked to support causes focused on children’s health.

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