3. In a economy of growing corporate social responsibility
(CSR) there is a chance to better assess the needs of
communities
CSR is no longer considered just an ethical option for
companies, but a means to engender true change in areas
important to their mission
4. given in CSR by corporations last year
alone.
of consumers will pay more to socially
responsible companies.
of Fortune 500 companies offer
matching gift programs.
of the world’s largest 250 companies
now publish annual CSR reports93%
65%
55%
$18B
5. ‘In a world of globalized commerce and
communications, but localized problems, where
can we turn for the relationships and social
structures that our communities need to thrive?’
Andrew Petter
President of Simon Fraser University
6. 1. How effective is this spending at creating
lasting social responsibility? Are CSR dollars
spent locally?
7. 2. What can corporations do to impact and
build a community around their areas of
interest?
8. 3. What structures can be put in place to
improve outcomes for a new workforce and
ensure the areas economic longevity?
