Become a partner
Empower your workplace to give back
Canadian companies today are expected to do more than generate profits; they’re expected to lead with purpose. Creating a payroll deduction program, launching a corporate matching gift program, or offering volunteer grants are powerful ways to embed corporate social responsibility (CSR) into your culture while making a measurable difference.
By partnering with Crohn’s and Colitis Canada, your organization joins the fight to improve the lives of over 322,000 Canadians living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a number expected to rise to 470,000 by 2035.
Why your company should get involved
- 1 in 5 Canadians fifteen and older say they’d take a pay cut to work for a company that gives back (Source: Ipsos Canada)
- 73% of employees who volunteer through work report feeling better about their employer (Source: Volunteer Canada)
- Nearly 90% of consumers say they’re more likely to buy from a company that supports a cause they care about (Source: Cone Communications)
Whether you're a small business or a national brand, we can help you set up a workplace giving program that can:
- Boost employee engagement and retention
- Demonstrate leadership
- Build credibility and brand trust
- Support a cause that affects 1 in 140 Canadians
Three high-impact ways to support
- Payroll deduction programs
Payroll deduction programs allow employees to donate a set amount directly from their paycheques, creating a seamless, low-effort way to give. These recurring contributions provide vital, sustained support for nonprofits like us.
Why they work:
- Strengthen corporate reputation
- Partnering with Crohn’s and Colitis Canada demonstrates your commitment to health and community well-being, boosting your brand and attracting positive media attention.
- Boost employee engagement and retention
- Employees feel proud to work for a company that supports meaningful causes. A payroll giving program leads to higher job satisfaction, loyalty, and reduced turnover.
- Enhance recruitment efforts
- Prospective hires, especially younger generations, seek employers who value CSR. Offering payroll donations makes your company more attractive to top talent.
- Cost-effective philanthropy
- Automating deductions through payroll reduces administrative overhead and ensures a steady stream of support without additional operational costs.
- Tax and financial benefits
- Employer-sponsored giving programs can qualify for corporate tax credits and help meet CSR reporting requirements, improving your bottom line.
- Build strong community partnerships
- Working directly with Crohn’s and Colitis Canada opens doors to collaborative events, volunteer opportunities, and networking, strengthening local ties and stakeholder relationships.
- Corporate matching gift programs
Double or even triple the impact of employee donations by matching their charitable contributions. Matching gift programs not only increase your total giving but also inspire greater employee participation.
Why they work:
- Enhances CSR
- A matching gift program shows your company is committed to giving back. Supporting Crohn’s and Colitis Canada demonstrates that your organization cares about communities affected across Canada. It builds a strong reputation and reflects positively on your brand.
- Boosts employee engagement and morale
- When employees see their employer matching their charitable donations, it strengthens their connection to the company. It signals that their values are shared and supported, which improves job satisfaction and overall morale.
- Attracts and retains talent
- Job seekers are increasingly drawn to workplaces that offer meaningful ways to give back. A matching gift program is a simple yet powerful tool to enhance recruitment and build loyalty among staff.
- Encourages a culture of giving
- Matching gift programs can inspire a culture of generosity in the workplace. When people know their donations will be matched, they’re more likely to give, making philanthropy a shared experience among employees.
- Maximizes impact without large costs
- For relatively low cost, companies can double the impact of employee donations. Supporting a cause like Crohn’s and Colitis Canada helps raise awareness of these lifelong diseases and funds critical research, patient programs, and advocacy, while keeping expenses manageable for your business.
- Strengthens community connections
- By supporting a nationally recognized health charity, your company builds stronger ties to the community. It positions you as a partner in helping solve real issues that affect Canadians.
- Volunteer grant programs
Encourage volunteerism by offering financial grants to charities where your employees dedicate their time. Many employers offer between $10 to $25 per volunteer hour, turning passion into real impact.
Why they work:
- Maximize community impact
- Volunteer grants exemplify your company’s commitment to social responsibility and expand your charitable footprint without extra budget lines.
- Elevate employer brand
- Publicly supporting volunteer grant initiatives highlights your organization as a community-leading employer, attracting positive media coverage and strengthening stakeholder trust.
- Enhance employee satisfaction
- Recognizing staff volunteerism through grant programs boosts morale and motivation, creating a workplace culture that values community service.
- Develop workforce skills
- Volunteer projects build teamwork, leadership, and project management skills that translate into a more capable and engaged staff.
- Streamline philanthropy
- Turning volunteer hours into donations simplifies processing, reduces paperwork, and ensures consistent support for the cause.
Why Crohn’s and Colitis Canada?
Every hour, another Canadian is diagnosed with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, the two main forms of IBD. Crohn’s and colitis are lifelong, often invisible illnesses with no known cures, affecting children, adults, and families across the country. Your company can be part of the solution—funding bold research, patient programs, advocacy, and education efforts.
Ready to lead with purpose?
Let’s work together to create a giving program that fits your culture and fuels real change for Canadians affected by Crohn’s and colitis.
For more information on workplace giving, feel free to contact us at donations...crohnsandcolitis...ca.