Why Companies and Charities Do and Don’t Need Each Other

Companies and charities can both be powerful forces for social good. They are independently capable, mission-driven in their own ways, and increasingly expected to make a positive impact. But when they work together, something bigger often becomes possible. So why do these partnerships sometimes feel harder than they should?

In this session, you’ll hear from Brogan Pierce of Hark, an intermediary who regularly sits in the space between companies and charities. Drawing on real-world examples, Brogan will explore the surprising similarities between the two sectors, the shared pain points that get in the way, and the misconceptions that stop partnerships from reaching their full potential.

We’ll look at what companies genuinely need from their social impact programmes, how they achieve that in and outside of charity partnerships and how to bridge the cultural gaps that can hold collaboration back. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of why both sides don’t need each other to do good… but working together can make you greater than the sum of your parts.

Key learnings from this session:

The shared motivations and challenges companies and charities often overlook
What companies really value in a social impact programme.
How to navigate common pain points between partners.