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Altruism

Considerable evidence demonstrates beneficial health and wellness outcomes associated with acts of generosity and charity. For this reason, altruistic sentiments and behaviors are more commonly being incentivized within the workplace.

This feature encourages employees to engage in altruistic activities outside of work, which can enhance well-being and health, contribute to a strong community identity and promote social cohesion.

Part 1: Charitable Activities

Individuals are given the option to take paid time from work to participate in volunteer activities as follows:

a) 8 hours of paid time organized by employer for a registered charity twice a year.
Part 2: Charitable Contributions

Employers commit to the following:

a) Contributing annually to a registered charity to match employee donations.
Nervous

Applicability Matrix

Core & Shell New Construction WELL Interiors
Part 1: Charitable Activities - O O
Part 2: Charitable Contributions - O O
Commercial Kitchen Education Multifamily Residential Retail
Part 1: Charitable Activities - O - O
Part 2: Charitable Contributions - O - O

Verification Methods Matrix

Letters of Assurance Annotated Documents On-Site Checks
PART 1 (Protocol)
Charitable Activities
Policy Document
PART 2 (Protocol)
Charitable Contributions
Policy Document