Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is no longer a luxury only the largest companies can afford. Businesses of all sizes are dipping their toes into the world of corporate giving, but that means finding the right platform to support their programs. YourCause is a popular corporate giving software solution, but what can it do, and where does it fall short? Do its benefits justify the price tag? Let’s take a closer look.
Powered by Blackbaud, YourCause is a corporate social responsibility (CSR) platform with a focus on employee engagement. It’s designed to support CSR initiatives through employee giving, volunteering, grants, and more.
YourCause is not a singular platform but a source for multiple CSR software tools, each with a specific function. CSRconnect is the most popular solution for CSR teams, as it focuses on giving, volunteering, and DEI programs in the workplace. Teams might also use GrantsConnect and NPOconnect for grants and nonprofit management.
YourCause gives CSR teams access to a variety of tools that support various initiatives, but it’s not an all-in-one solution. While you can pick and choose which tools to integrate, it has its limitations.
YourCause specializes in three areas of service:
These products exist as separate solutions that can be stitched together to create a somewhat comprehensive CSR solution, but it may not offer the best use cases for many teams.
It’s important to find the CSR solution that empowers your team and keeps your employees engaged. Choosing the right software not only makes your work easier—it can help you have a greater impact over time. To get the most out of a software, you need superior solutions that focus on a few key areas.
YourCause is known for its grantmaking software, but the lack of a cohesive CSR solution is more than a little restrictive. With a handful of specialized tools, its use-cases are somewhat limited, and it can create a web of products that are clunky to navigate and less than intuitive. It can support pieces of a CSR program but may not offer the features and functions necessary to maintain a comprehensive CSR approach.
Meanwhile, Groundswell is a truly all-in-one solution that supports:
With Groundswell, you get access to all the tools you need to organize, create, manage, and track your CSR initiatives without jumping from product to product. The user-friendly interface makes it easy for employees to get engaged, and CSR teams can access all the information they need to create detailed impact reports and more.
CSR is important for many organizations looking to make an impact, but many businesses are hesitant to invest in solutions. This is because CSR can be expensive, the fees can be high and are often hidden, and you don’t always get the best bang for your buck with some of the legacy platforms. The cost of these tools can outweigh their benefits, creating a significant barrier for businesses looking to engage in philanthropy.
In the current CSR marketplace, there are a variety of tools that can support businesses of all sizes on a mission to make a difference. With more options than ever, pricing is less prohibitive.
Unfortunately, many CSR services, including YourCause, are not tranpsarent when it comes to pricing. With no published prices or transparency when it comes to fees, how are you supposed to know if a solution is right for you?
At Groundswell, we believe in making CSR more accessible for businesses of all sizes. That’s why we strive to be as transparent as possible with our pricing. Our Benefactor plan starts at just $4500 per year—one of the most affordable options on the market. We also provide up-front cost estimates for most of our plans, giving you the visibility and insight you need to make an informed choice for your team. And with the lowest fees in the industry, and no fees on grant disbursements, you won't be surprised by hidden fees after you sign a contract.
When it comes to employee engagement and retention, social responsibility is a non-negotiable. Reports show that a majority of employees want to work for organizations that have a strong social, environmental, and political conscience. What’s more, employees want to be involved.
For you and your employees to get the most out of a platform, it needs to be accessible and easy to navigate. Some of the most common complaints about YourCause come from the multi-product approach to CSR and the lack of accessiblity for users who aren't at a desktop computer. Admins find themselves logging into multiple platforms before they can find what they need, getting lost in a less-than-optimized user interface and bogged down with a sluggish experience.
Groundswell, on the other hand, boasts a unified platform that prioritizes easy navigation with customized features. Both admins and employees can find what they're looking for with the click of a button, with everything they need in one convenient place. Simplify your admin burden with automations, self-service tools, and simple workflows. Make it easy for your employees to take part in your most important initiatives with a seamless employee platform on both web and mobile, streamlined automation, and an intuitive layout that won’t leave you feeling lost in your own features.
YourCause has many great offerings, but if you’re looking for a comprehensive CSR solution that's truly all-in-one and accessible for all your employees, you may want to look elsewhere. With various tools and a lack of cohesion, it can create more work and worry than it's worth. By investing in a single, scalable CSR tool, you can focus on creating real, lasting change.
Groundswell combines everything you need in one easy-to-use platform. With superior employee engagement, transparent pricing, and real-time reporting, you can supercharge your social responsibility initiatives. Book a demo today to see how Groundswell can help you make a difference.
