Covestro Center for Community Engagement
At Robert Morris University
A recent article by NEXT Pittsburgh states that “In the U.S. today, the age of the “purpose-driven” company has taken root — and will continue to grow in the coming decade.” [Read more…]
On Friday, September 29, approximately 20 Covestro employees came together to become five teams of SkillShare participants, learning everything from the nuances of the nonprofit sector to the role of a consultant to the intricacies of municipalities. They are now actively collaborating with local nonprofits and municipalities to create a more connected community. [Read more…]
“As employees increasingly look for meaning and social impact in their corporate jobs, companies are seeking—and finding—ways to link talent development and rewarding, purpose-driven work, for both employee engagement and competitive advantage.”
Read the entire article here.
Stanford’s Social Innovation Review published a great article on the benefits – and challenges – of implementing a fruitful skills-based volunteering program for both nonprofits and businesses. Read more about this growing movement in purposeful volunteer impact and how it can work for you.
On Thursday, March 23, Covestro Center for Community Engagement (CCCE) packed the house at the Ace Hotel in East Liberty for “We’re Jazzed: A Mock Board Meeting.” The event included a one-act play in which a nonprofit board addresses potential failure with heated words, inert threats and a screaming saxophone.
Watch the video below (or on YouTube):
