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Date Published
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Christina Frantz
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764
Language
English
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Summary

Twilio has developed the WePledge 1% Accelerator, a comprehensive program that equips companies with tools and support to launch an employee impact program. Since its creation in 2019, Twilio's own volunteer employee impact and giving program, WePledge 1%, has seen positive results, including increased employee retention rates and positive social impact. Many other companies, including Atlassian, Zoom, and Okta, have also joined the program, with some reporting significant benefits such as increased team cohesion and community engagement. The Accelerator provides a blueprint for launching an employee impact program, along with a network of support from other participating companies. Companies can participate in the September Accelerator to identify their goals, learn best practices, create a right-sized program, and develop key milestones.