Why a DonorLed Model is the Smarter Way for Corporates & Organisations to Give Back

Corporate giving is no longer just about writing a cheque to one chosen charity. Today’s employees want to feel connected to the causes they support, and they want their employer’s giving strategy to reflect the same diversity, inclusivity, and choice they value in the workplace. That’s where GiveWheel’s DonorLed model comes in - a flexible approach that empowers employees to give in the way that suits them best, while making life simpler for corporates.

Today’s employees want to feel connected to the causes they support, and they want their employer’s giving strategy to reflect the same diversity, inclusivity, and choice they value in the workplace - a trend highlighted in Fidelity Charitable’s 2024 study reported by NonProfit PRO

That’s where GiveWheel’s DonorLed model comes in - a flexible approach that empowers employees to give in the way that suits them best, while making life simpler for corporates.

The Limits of “One Charity Fits All”

  • Employees may feel disconnected from the cause if it doesn’t align with their own passions.
  • The organisation’s impact is restricted to just one area, failing to reflect the broad spectrum of interests across its workforce.
  • Engagement risks being low when staff don’t feel their voices are part of the decision.

The result? A giving programme that feels top-down and less inclusive than intended.

DonorLed: Choice That Drives Engagement

With GiveWheel’s DonorLed model, companies can empower their employees to direct donations to the causes that matter most to them. Rather than compromise on a single partner, every individual can engage in a way that feels meaningful.

Three Flexible Options

  • Unlimited – Employees have complete freedom to support any registered charity, ensuring the widest possible scope of impact.
  • Split – Employees can divide donations between multiple causes, reflecting their personal values and the different issues they care about.
  • Selective – The company curates a shortlist of charities aligned with its purpose or values, while still offering employees the power to choose from within that set.

This flexibility balances inclusivity with alignment, giving businesses the ability to shape their giving strategy without restricting employee choice.

Why Corporates Love It

  • Diversity of Impact: From environmental causes to local community groups, your company’s giving reflects the diversity of your workforce.
  • Employee Engagement: Staff feel valued when they have choice, driving higher participation and stronger connection to your CSR programme.
  • Simplified Administration: No more difficult debates over which single charity to support - the DonorLed model takes the pressure off decision-makers.
  • Authentic Responsibility: By enabling employees to direct support, your business demonstrates inclusivity and trust, both inside and outside the organisation.

The Future of Corporate Giving

The workplace is evolving - and so should corporate giving. GiveWheel’s DonorLed model, with its Unlimited, Split, and Selective options, makes charitable giving more inclusive, more engaging, and more impactful.

Find out how GiveWheel can transform your corporate giving strategy today.

For fundraisers focused on charitable impact, GiveWheel includes features specifically designed to support transparency, efficiency, and multi-charity giving:

  • Raffle compliance handling: in-built prize competition and free entry tools
  • Automatic prize draw winner generation
  • Automatic distribution of funds to registered charities
  • Unlimited charity splits - donations can be divided between multiple charities
  • No platform fees for raffle organisers
  • Low transaction fees (1.2%) - significantly lower than many alternatives

Create a DonorLed Page on GiveWheel

The Great Walk 2024

Highgate School Sponsored Walk

Highgate School ran a Selective DonorLed page for a sponsored walk event to raise funds for five charitable causes. Students, staff, and the local community came together to support the school's fundraising efforts. The funds raised from the sponsored walk will be donated to charities selected by the donors, reflecting Highgate School's commitment to social responsibility and community engagement

Selective DonorLed type
5 Charities Supported
675 Supporters Reached
34.5k Funds Raised

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