Why Contribute to Corporate Giving Programs?
Purpose is more than a mission statement or a buzzword, it defines an organization’s value in society and allows that organization to grow its business and impact in the world. Your philanthropic support helps Children’s Health℠ accomplish our mission and purpose to make life better for children.
78% of Americans believe it is no longer acceptable for companies to just make money; they expect companies to positively impact society as well.*
Corporate contributions play a critical role in funding clinical programs, patient and family support services, care for the underserved and pediatric research. We have a bold vision that requires bold investments from across our community – and we invite you to join us. Your leadership in philanthropy helps us be a leader in health care.
Like every child and family that receives care and services from Children’s Health, we understand each company is unique and seeks a variety of opportunities for giving and engaging. Below are a variety of ways to partner philanthropically.
Corporate Giving in Action: Panda Cares
Ways to Get Involved In Corporate Charitable Giving
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Cause Marketing
88% of consumers would buy a product from a purpose-driven company.Purpose creates deep loyalty with your current customers while expanding your consumer and market share.
Support Children’s Health and create a campaign that showcases your corporate mission and values. Cause marketing programs are shown to not only increase customer loyalty but also to build employee pride and dedication. Eighty-five percent of consumers have a more positive image of a product or company when it supports a cause they care about – and there is no greater cause than making life better for children in North Texas, across the nation and around the world.
Cause marketing campaign examples include:
- Donating a percentage of sales or a predetermined amount during a defined promotional timeframe
- Requesting donations from customers in exchange for a discount or special offer
- Collecting coins or selling paper icons at registers
- Hosting a special event, like a grand opening or vendor golf tournament with proceeds benefiting Children’s Health
- Making donations in a client's name in lieu of gifts, awards, etc
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Children's Miracle Network Hospital National Partnerships
Partner nationally, to support children’s hospitals locally.Since 1983, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals have raised more than $4.7 billion for 170 children’s hospitals across the United States and Canada, whom use the money where it’s needed the most. The mission of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals is to generate funds and awareness programs for the benefit of children served by its member hospitals. The hallmark of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals is that 100% of funds raised in an area, stay in that area.
Children’s Health operates exclusively as the Dallas-area Children’s Miracle Network affiliated hospital, spanning all or part of 16 counties. With over 45 national partners, North Texas has a network of more than 1,200 partner locations that directly benefit Children’s Health.
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Employee Giving & Engagement
68% of Americans are more likely to work for a company that they view as purpose-driven.Workplace giving enables your employee base to get involved and give back to the Dallas-Fort Worth area through support of Children’s Health. Your workplace giving program can provide support in three different ways:
- Volunteering
We greatly appreciate the time, energy and support of former patients and parents, caring seniors, corporate leaders, students and other groups who have a passion to give back. Volunteer opportunities range from event support to patient care. Check our website for our latest volunteer needs.
- Fundraisers
When you create a fundraiser for your business, you can choose from five programs at Children's Health to designate your fundraising and every dollar you raise goes directly to your area of choice. Utilize the power of your coworkers, customers and social networks to create a movement that helps make life better for children at Children's Health.
- Payroll deduction
Providing your employees an opportunity to deduct their payroll in support of Children's Health will secure a consistent and reliable base of donations that allows our programs to run strong.
- Volunteering
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Employer Matching Gifts
Many companies offer programs that match employee charitable giving up to a certain amount or match a percentage of donations given. Check below to see if your employer has a gift matching program.
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Events and Sponsorships
85% of Americans are more likely to support a purpose-driven company in their community.Through customized, experiential partnerships with Children’s Health, corporate supporters can engage their employee base, re-invest in the community and join us in our mission to make life better for children.
Events for sponsorship:
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In-Kind Donations
Donating goods and services can help support our events and campaigns, enhance our patients' experience and allow us to dedicate more funds towards patient care.If you wish to donate something not on our list of current needs, please send an email to giftplanning@childrens.com.
Benefits of Corporate Charitable Giving
86% of employees say they want to work at a place that integrates social responsibility, including charitable giving, into their business practices.
Employee satisfaction raises from 77 to 89 percent when a workplace giving program is offered. This is because workplace giving programs are one way companies can demonstrate their shared values with employees.
69% of employees feel a stronger sense of loyalty to their employer if they have a workplace giving program. This can result in higher retention and happier employees, leading to a better place to work.
Sources: Fidelity Charitable, ZipDo
Who Do Our Efforts Impact?
Corporate charitable giving is a great way to make an impact on your community and an important source of funding for Children's Health.
One local company that has taken giving back seriously for more than three decades is Neighborhood Credit Union. By sponsoring Children's Health events and volunteering at our hospitals, employees at Neighborhood Credit Union are able to make an impact on the lives of children in North Texas and fufill their social responsibility through their place of employment.
Donations from companies like Neighborhood Credit Union provide funding for important programs that make the lives of our patients a little easier. To meet more of the patients you can impact, see our library of patient stories and browse our impressive roster of patient ambassadors!
Corporate Giving Inquiries
Interested in supporting Children’s Health? Complete the form below and we will contact you to discuss!