The Benevity State of Corporate Purpose 2026 Report Finds Corporate Giving Is Up Eight Points As Companies Face Socio-Political Pressure

Benevity, Inc., the leading provider of global corporate purpose software, today released its sixth annual State of Corporate Purpose trends report, finding that corporate giving rose eight points year-over-year and a record 1.87 million employees volunteered nearly 24 million hours in 2025. Both milestones were reached as companies faced unprecedented pressure on their commitment to social purpose in recent history. The report, produced by Benevity Impact Labs–the company’s social innovation lab and research hub–surfaces a defining tension: while purpose survived the pressure test, individual decisions companies made under that pressure…

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Benevity Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2026

Benevity, Inc., the global leader in social impact software, today announced it has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2026. This year’s list shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry and culture through their innovations. Benevity was specifically recognized in the Social Good category for its groundbreaking Enterprise Impact Platform and its strategic integration of responsible AI. These innovations have helped transform corporate social responsibility (CSR) from a transactional function into a powerful engine for employee mobilization and community…

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Benevity Unveils New AI and Management Features Designed to Streamline Global Grantmaking

Benevity Inc., the leader in global corporate purpose software, today announced two significant updates to its granting ecosystem: the debut of AI-powered Grant Summaries for program administrators and a new Grant Application Management feature for nonprofits.   These updates arrive as the scale of corporate giving continues to expand. In 2025, the Benevity platform saw a significant spike in grantmaking volume, up more than 14% year over year, reflecting a broader shift toward more active and responsive community investment. The response to these new tools has been immediate, with more than…

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Benevity Releases List of Top Charitable Causes Supported by Companies and Their People in 2025

Benevity Inc., the leading provider of global corporate purpose software, today released its annual top charitable causes and workplace giving trends data. The data reveals a landmark year for generosity shown by companies and their people, with total donations on Benevity’s Enterprise Impact Platform – including corporate grants and workplace giving programs – reaching $3.74 billion, a 9.2% increase over 2024. In 2025, workplace giving programs were defined by a distinct pivot toward domestic issues and emergency response in the U.S., reflecting a heightened emphasis on humanitarian needs at home.…

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Benevity Announces Executive Leadership Appointments to Drive Growth and Scale Social Impact

Benevity, Inc., the leading provider of global corporate purpose software, today announced the promotion of Julie Werner to the expanded role of Chief Client & Growth Officer and the appointment of Rick Essex as Chief Financial Officer. These strategic leadership updates reinforce Benevity’s commitment to scaling purpose at work by aligning business growth goals with the global expansion of social impact. “We are thrilled to welcome Rick and expand Julie’s remit to support our clients in their important work,” said Soraya Alexander, CEO, Benevity. “The record-breaking volume of donations we…

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