What if everything you know about employee retention is wrong?
Join thousands of HR leaders who discovered a surprising truth that transformed their companies forever.
Chapter 1 The Struggle Every HR Leader Knows Too Well
Sarah, an HR Director at a growing tech company, stared at her laptop screen in frustration. Another resignation letter. The third one this month.
Despite competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work arrangements, her company's retention rate was plummeting. The cost was staggering:
Sound familiar? You're not alone. Across industries, HR leaders are fighting the same battle. Traditional retention strategies—higher salaries, better perks, more vacation days—seem to have hit a ceiling.
But what if the solution isn't about what you're giving employees, but about what you're helping them give to others?
Chapter 2 The Unexpected Discovery
Sarah's breakthrough came from an unlikely source. During an exit interview, a departing employee said something that changed everything:
"I loved the work and the team, but I never felt like what we did mattered beyond the bottom line. I want to be part of something bigger."
That's when Sarah discovered a surprising truth: employees who participate in corporate giving programs are 67% more likely to stay with their company long-term.
Could the secret to retention be hiding in plain sight?
Chapter 3 What the Data Reveals
Sarah dove deep into the research, and what she found was remarkable. Leading organizations worldwide were seeing extraordinary results from corporate giving programs:
Higher Retention
Companies with strong CSR programs report significantly better retention rates (Deloitte, 2023)
Revenue Increase
Businesses with giving programs see both revenue and profitability gains (Gallup, 2023)
Productivity Boost
Employee volunteering programs enhance productivity and customer loyalty
The psychology made perfect sense. When employees can connect their daily work to a greater purpose—when they see their company making a real difference in the world—everything changes.
They're not just earning a paycheck. They're part of a movement.
Chapter 4 The Transformation Begins
Sarah knew she had to act. But implementing a corporate giving program seemed daunting. How could she manage donations, track volunteer hours, ensure compliance, and measure impact—all while handling her existing responsibilities?
Then she discovered that forward-thinking companies were transforming their cultures with comprehensive giving platforms:
Before
Low engagement
High turnover
Disconnected teams
After
87% better retention
91% participation
United by purpose
The results spoke for themselves. Companies using structured giving programs were seeing:
- 7.5x higher participation in team volunteering
- 47% lower burnout-related turnover
- Dramatic improvements in employee satisfaction scores
Chapter 5 Enter GivingForce
This is where GivingForce enters the story. Built specifically for organizations that understand the connection between purpose and performance, GivingForce provides everything Sarah needed in one powerful platform:
Payroll Giving
Effortless donations with automatic tax benefits
Volunteering Hub
Track, celebrate, and amplify volunteer impact
Smart Matching
Double the impact without doubling the work
Impact Analytics
Real-time ESG reporting that proves ROI
Global Reach
60,000+ vetted charities across 76 countries
Complete Security
Full compliance and audit trails built-in
With GivingForce, Sarah didn't just implement a giving program. She sparked a movement within her organization.
Chapter 6 The Results That Changed Everything
Six months later, Sarah's company was unrecognizable—in the best possible way:
Employee Participation
Nearly everyone engaged in giving activities
Reduction in Turnover
Dramatic improvement in retention rates
Community Impact
Raised for causes employees care about
Volunteer Hours
Teams united through shared purpose
But the numbers only tell part of the story. The real transformation was in the culture. Employees were energized, connected, and proud to be part of something bigger than themselves.
Teams that volunteered together worked better together. New hires were attracted by the company's values. And Sarah? She went from managing constant turnover to leading a purpose-driven organization.
Your Story Starts Here
Like Sarah, you have the power to transform your organization. To build a culture where employees don't just work—they thrive. Where retention isn't a struggle—it's a natural outcome of purposeful engagement.
Join thousands of HR leaders who've discovered that the secret to retention isn't about holding on tighter—it's about giving more away.
Write Your ChapterSee how GivingForce can help you build a purpose-driven culture that attracts and retains top talent.