How to Combine Teambuilding with Philanthropy

Most business owners have seemingly endless to-do lists, and only so many hours in the day. Combining key tasks is ideal, but often elusive. Well, I’ve got some good news: There are ways for your business to combine teambuilding and corporate responsibility, effectively killing two birds with one stone.

See, there are any number of ways to improve team dynamics — team training, bonding activities, and basic workplace collaboration. You can also do it by setting aside some time for your team members to work together on volunteerism, perhaps in service of a non-profit group your business supports.

Some general tips to Combine Teambuilding:

• Provide your team members with some actual time off to invest in non-profit stuff. Don’t make them do it during their precious evening and weekend time, at least not always. Even devoting four hours on a Friday afternoon to serving at a soup kitchen or putting together gift boxes for military families shows your company is committed.
• Delegate responsibilities within your non-profit initiatives. Don’t feel like you have to take the lead on everything. If you have one employee who is especially passionate about social responsibility, involve him or her in the decision-making process, and provide some opportunities for real service.